Data Governance Analyst 1/2 - Hybrid - Des Moines, IA

Job Summary

Wellabe is looking for a Data Governance Analyst 1 or 2 to join our team. Responsibilities include the development of data solutions and services that meet company cost, quality, and strategic targets.

Position level will be determined based on skills, knowledge and experience.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Level 1Assist in analyzing, defining, and documenting requirements and business processes.Participate in requirements gathering sessions in both one-on-one and group settings.Support the management of stakeholder expectations and raise appropriate issues to project managers as necessary.Assist in the identification and documentation of process improvements and functional specifications based on research of best practices and analysis of work group data.Help transform business requirements into user stories and technical/functional documentation.Contribute to the development of new tools, processes, and solutions to meet desired business needs.Assist in the developing complex systems specifications and process flows.Collaborate with data analysts, data engineers, and business stakeholders to ensure requirements are met.Help ensure adherence to established data governance procedures and policies associated with data quality and understanding.Contribute to user reference, training, and testing materials by providing requirements and process context.Support the documentation of metadata and data flows.Level 2Analyze, define, and document requirements and business processes.Lead requirements gathering sessions in both one-on-one and group settings.Maintain stakeholder expectations and raise appropriate issues to project managers as necessary.Identify and document process improvements and functional specifications based on research of best practices and analysis of work group data.Transform business requirements into user stories and technical/functional documentation.Contribute to the development of new tools, processes, and solutions to meet desired business needs.Develop complex systems specifications and process flows.Collaborate with data analysts, data engineers, and business stakeholders to ensure requirements are met.Ensure adherence to established data governance procedures and policies associated with data quality and understanding.Contribute to user reference, training, and testing materials by providing requirements and process context.Document metadata and data flows.

SUCCESS PROFILE

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

General (Level 1), Working (Level 2) knowledge of the principles, processes, and practices related to data governance.Level 1Ability to read and write SQL queries.Ability to read Power BI DAX and MQuery.Strong attention to detailStrong analytical and critical thinking skillsAbility to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams at various levels.Comfort working across multiple teams with a variety of stakeholders.Experience working with database reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, Google Data Studio, etc.)Proficient in Microsoft Office productsExperience with Azure DevOps and/or Databricks a plus.Level 2Ability to read and write complex SQL queries.Ability to read Power BI DAX and MQuery.Strong attention to detailStrong analytical and critical thinking skillsExcellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams at various levels.Experience working across multiple teams with a variety of stakeholders.Experience working with database reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, Google Data Studio, etc.)Experience using a recognized development methodology e.g., Agile, SCRUM, KANBANProficient in Microsoft Office productsExperience with Azure DevOps and/or Databricks a plus.Demonstrate the Wellabe core competencies of change, communication, customer focus, financial acumen, innovation, teamwork, critical thinking, and decision making. For a full description of each competency, please visit wellabe.com/core-competencies.Embrace and foster a diverse and inclusive culture that aligns with our commitment to THRIVE Toolkit: We are building resources for employee reference, including a diversity driven book club, leadership training, and a culture of betterment philosophy. Hear: Every employee has a voice. We listen with attention to gain knowledge and to understand. Respect: We empower people by respecting and appreciating their differences. Inclusion: We support a collaborative workforce that promotes belonging and respect that increases participation and contribution from all employees. Value: All employees are appreciated for their uniqueness. Equity: For all.Demonstrate an Agile mindset* of trust, teamwork, and transparency and capability to implement agile tools into daily work, allowing for quick adaption to change. (*An agile mindset is the set of attitudes supporting an agile working environment including trust, teamwork, transparency, respect, improvement, ongoing learning, pride in ownership, focus on delivering value, and the ability to adapt to change.)Embrace our culture of betterment, which surrounds the question: Does this decision fit with our mission and core values while enhancing the outcome for our customers, our business, and our associates?

Education And Experience

EducationBachelor’s degree in technical writing, information systems, computer science, mathematics, analytics, actuarial sciences, or related field. Combination of education and/or relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.ExperienceLevel 1: Internship in related role a plus.Level 2: 2+ years related experience.

Travel Requirements

Trainings/Seminars/ConferencesMinimal

Physical Requirements

Primarily works in an office environment (or in-home office) performing work that is sedentary which involves remaining stationary and working on a computer for long periods of timeMust be able to review, assess, and/or analyze data and figures by viewing a computer screen, including extensive reading.Regularly communicates with others in-person, via video conferencing, electronically (including email), or by phone to exchange accurate information.

This job description does not list all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. The employee in this position may be assigned other duties at any time with or without notice.

This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.