Data Analyst I Data Visualization Specialist (REMOTE)

Koniag Professional Services LLC a Koniag Government Services company is seeking a Data Analyst I-Data Visualization Specialist to support KPS and our government customer. The position is remote. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health dental and vision insurance 401K with company matching flexible spending accounts paid holidays three weeks paid time off and Government Services is seeking a Data Analyst I (Data Visualization Specialist) to join our team supporting the administration of federal discretionary grants. This dynamic role transforms complex grant management data into compelling visual stories through interactive dashboards infographics and data-driven presentations. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator who combines strong design sensibility with technical proficiency to inform decision-making and enable stakeholders to understand trends patterns and actionable insights. This position may be performed remotely from locations approved by the Contracting Officers Representative (COR).The Data Analyst I (Data Visualization Specialist) will provide expert visualization and design services supporting federal grant management operations. This position transforms complex data into accessible visual narratives that support program oversight leadership briefings and congressional reporting. Principal responsibilities will include but are not limited to:Design and develop interactive dashboards reports and data visualizations using Tableau Power BI and other tools to effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiencesTranslate complex data analysis into clear accessible visual stories that highlight trends patterns and actionable insights for management meetings conferences leadership briefings and congressional reportingCollaborate with federal staff Data Analysts Data Engineers and program leadership to understand visualization needs conduct user research and iteratively improve data products through stakeholder engagementDesign and maintain operational dashboards for grant management including performance metrics enrollment tracking monitoring reviews compliance tracking budget visualizations and application processing status displaysEnsure all visualizations meet federal accessibility standards (Section 508 compliance) by applying universal design principles implementing appropriate color schemes and following federal branding guidelinesDevelop interactive visualizations using and web-based tools that integrate data from multiple federal systems build automated reporting solutions and leverage GIS/mapping tools for geographic visualizationsCreate templates standardized visualization frameworks style guides and visualization libraries for consistency while producing ad-hoc visualizations for special projects and external communicationsUtilize Figma Canva and Google Data Studio for design and prototyping while developing custom visualizations using Python or R when neededContribute to ongoing development maintenance and troubleshooting of national data systemsAssist with leadership data requests and trend analyses often ad hoc and on short notice and participate in briefings as neededDevelop data-informed documentation including reports improvement suggestions metrics dashboards and guidance to enhance operationsEducation and Experience:Required:Bachelors degree in Data Visualization Information Design Data Science Graphic Design Human-Computer Interaction or related field from an accredited college or universityA minimum of 3 years of relevant post-baccalaureate professional experience in data visualizationU.S. Citizenship or legal work authorization to work in the United StatesSecurity Requirement:Ability to obtain Public Trust clearanceRequired Skills and Competencies:Proven experience translating complex data into visual stories through interactive dashboards for diverse audiencesStrong design skills with demonstrated application of visualization principles including Gestalt principles responsive design and accessibility standardsExperience building data visualizations that adhere to accessibility standards (Section 508 compliance)Experience developing geospatial visualizations and maps to support service area analysis and grant distributionExperience creating accessible intuitive dashboards and delivering them to end-users with clear documentationExceptional communication skills to translate complex data into visual stories for diverse both technical and non-technical audiencesStrong stakeholder collaboration skills and presentation development capabilitiesProficiency with Tableau Power BI and with GIS/Mapping tools (ArcGIS QGIS)Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and web-collaboration toolsExperience with design tools including Figma Canva and Google Data StudioCollaborative mindset with attention to detail creative problem-solving abilities and receptiveness to iterative feedbackAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team environmentAbility to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately including PII and sensitive grant recipient dataWillingness to complete mandatory training requirements and adhere to data protection protocolsCompletion of Conflict of Interest/Non-Disclosure Agreement (COI/NDA) prior to work performanceCompliance with Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) requirementsWillingness to travel within and outside the Region to conduct site visits attend meetings conferences and trainingDesired Skills and Competencies:Experience working in a federal government grant management environmentKnowledge of R visualization packages and Python visualization librariesExperience with Smartsheet workflow tracking solutionsSQL database query experienceHTML/CSS/JavaScript for web-based visualization developmentExperience with automated reporting solutions and scheduled data refreshesFamiliarity with federal branding guidelines and reporting requirementsExperience creating visualizations for congressional reporting and high-level briefingsOur Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race color religion creed ethnicity sex sexual orientation gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification) national origin or ancestry age disability citizenship military/veteran status marital status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment promotion wages benefits and all other privileges terms and conditions of company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. 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