Statistical Assistant 2026-02

Job Description

1. Minimum Candidate Qualifications:

The candidate must have a minimum of:
a. 5 years of experience in data governance.
b. 5 years of experience in compiling and computing data according to statistical formulas for use in data analytic and/or statistical studies.
c. A Bachelors Degree.
d. Proof of eligibility to work in NYS.
2. Job Description and Required Services:

Duties include but are not limited to the following:
Assist the Division(s) in data governance processes including data quality data cataloguing and other data governance activities.
Coordinate with data governance stakeholders collect status updates and prepare status reports and presentations as needed.
Closely collaborate with data governance stakeholders across DFS to progress assigned projects/initiatives.
Conduct data analysis on data and related processes prepare data definition and document its usage prepare business requirements.
Develop documentation including reference guides how-to(s) summaries reports meeting minutes guideline and policy documentation etc.
Contribute to data governance forum(s) facilitate project meetings and other collaboration forums.
Compile and compute data according to statistical formulas for use in statistical studies. May perform actuarial computations and compile charts and graphs for use by actuaries.
Work with complex data sets to understand problems and recommend solutions and procedures while using various analytical and statistical approaches.
Use technical expertise to automate manual processes and reporting.
Collaborate with business users and business analysts to develop analytical strategies for implementation in various projects.
Other duties as assigned.

In addition the candidate must possess the following abilities:
Data analysis.
Data visualization.
High-level competency in Excel (e.g. advanced formulas macros etc.).
Expertise in relational database management systems SQL data modeling.
Experience in data platforms for data quality and data cataloguing/metadata management such as Informatica Collibra Alation etc.
Experience in modern cloud technologies such as Salesforce Snowflake etc.
Develop metrics reports and presentations.
Ability to translate complex business requirements to technical specifications.
Highly motivated and effective working autonomously and as part of cross-functional teams.
Ability to multi-task across projects while maintaining a high-quality work product.

Notes:
*Telecommuting may be allowed at the discretion of the hiring manager
*The Department does not provide parking but the office is accessible by mass transit.