An Official website of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts This service is set to disconnect automatically after {0} minutes of inactivity. Your session will end in {1} minutes. Click OK to reset the timer to {0} minutes. You have been signed out. This service is set to sign out after {0} minutes of inactivity. Job Description - Business Intelligence Data Analyst Lead - Contractor (250005NW) Job Description Business Intelligence Data Analyst Lead - Contractor - ( 250005NW ) Description The Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking a dynamic individual to serve in a contracted role as Business Intelligence Data Analyst Lead. This contract position reports to the Director of Strategy in the Data and Analytics Unit. This role supports the Strategy Director and the Department to provid e analytic and technical skills necessary to innovate, build, and maintain well-managed data solutions and capabilities for the DMH. The Business Intelligence Analyst Lead a pplies various research methods to mine, collect, examine, analyze, validate , and organize data and derive insights and present information from data analyses to support decision-making . This incumbent will also collaborate with Information Technology Departments to manage and make improvements across a variety of programs and develop policies to integrate data across distinct systems and ensure adherence to laws, regulations, and policies. Duties and Responsibilities (these are a general summary and not all inclusive): Lead the planning, coordination, and implementation of analytics solutions for the Data and Analytics Unit that ensure proper communication and execution with project stakeholders. Responsible for establishing and ensuring adherence to the principles of data quality management, including metadata, lineage, and business definitions for data and a nalytic al applications . Act as coach, mentor and motivator to data analysts across DMH and project team members. Conduct detailed data analysis on data used across business units to evaluate business process improvement that optimizes efficiency and quality. Design and establish processes that ensure the use of standard data and analytical applications and operationalize the use of data in business decision making. Provide expertise , translate, and document the business needs to design; and develop tools, techniques, and metrics, dashboards, and reports for insights and data visualization . Work with IT and business stakeholders to define the data storage systems, data collection systems, data analytics approaches, processes and other strategies that optimize methodological efficienc y, quality, and compliance. Respond to data and product related inquiries to support business and technical teams . Provide relational database expertise to construct and execute SQL queries to be used in data analysis activities . Develop reports and queries to extract data from various data warehouses and other sources using various methods (e,g, SQL, API, among others). Analyze data to identify patterns and trends in data sets using statistical or other techniques. Test analytics solutions and verify data for accuracy by conducting code walk-throughs, reviewing data patterns, reports, and performance indicators to locate and correct code and process problems, or inaccuracies in source data. Plan, develop, and deliver training on data and analytics concepts , tools, techniques, and data and analytic al solutions. Actively participates in ensuring adequate security measures and procedures are in place to maintain the confidentiality of the gathered data and distribution/access is only made to the appropriate , designated personnel. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested to maintain a high level of service. Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Preferred Qualifications: Proven track record of relevant technical experience; SQL and relational database knowledge. Experience in defining business requirements and technical specifications for technical solutions. Demonstrated proficiency in designing and developing data models for analytical applications. Experience working with Business Intelligence (BI) Tools and Software (e.g. MS Excel, Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, Python, SQL Server Reporting Services). Experience working within process management and improvement methodologies. Working experience with software test planning and execution. Knowledge of data governance, data quality management concepts and metadata management tools. Understanding of System Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Agile development methodologies, software design patterns, network design and architecture. Knowledge of and ability to perform data analysis and apply query design principles, data visualization, and/or statistical analysis. Knowledge of project management and business planning Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency Period of Service: 7/31/2025 - 7/31/2026. Contracts are renewable, subject to the Department approval, performance and allocation of funds Additional Information: Benefits are unavailable with the exception of sick leave accruals. Contracts are renewable, subject to the Department approval, performance and allocation of funds. All employees will be paid on a biweekly basis and must have direct deposit. DMH Mission Statement: The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights and supports mental health training and research. A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Divisions Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealths website. For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4 Qualifications Minimum Entrance Requirements: None. Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidates years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Divisions Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range. When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Title 101 CMR 23.00 (Regulation) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Primary Location Job Job : Administrative Services Agency Agency : Department of Mental Health Schedule Schedule : Full-time Shift Shift : Day Job Posting Job Posting : Jul 17, 2025, 12:22:23 PM Number of Openings Number of Openings : 1 Salary : 60.00 - 104.00 Hourly If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : William Herbert/William.L.Herbert3@mass.gov - 6173488473 Bargaining Unit : Non Confidential : No Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes #J-18808-Ljbffr