Data Analyst

Data Analyst

FT / PT Status Part-Time
Salary $50.00 - $76.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office Hybrid

Recruiter Breanna Granger
Application Deadline 8/23/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

The Office of Homeless Services (OHS) is seeking a highly skilled Data Analyst to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the states homelessness data collection reporting and performance measurement practices. This time limited position will evaluate the effectiveness of current data systems identify opportunities to improve data quality and utilization and develop a strategic framework for measuring the effectiveness of Utahs homeless services system.
The successful candidate will work closely with OHS staff grantees and external stakeholders to identify best practices for collecting analyzing and utilizing data to support strategic decision-making continuous quality improvement funding decisions and accountability across the statewide homeless services system.

This is a temporary time limited position expected to conclude on June 30th 2027

The Data Strategy Analyst will:

• Conduct a comprehensive review of Utahs current data collection practices databases reporting processes performance measures and data governance practices.
• Assess how existing data is used to inform funding decisions program oversight contract management policy development and system performance.
• Identify gaps in current data collection that limit the Offices ability to evaluate program effectiveness client outcomes and system performance.
• Evaluate opportunities to streamline data collection while reducing unnecessary administrative burden on service providers.
• Assess opportunities to integrate data across existing systems and identify future data integration needs.
• Prepare written findings and present recommendations to state leadership.

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

• Strong demonstrated alignment or programmatic experience with Utah Code 35a-16-801
• Awareness of Utahs homelessness governance system including prior work with the Utah Homeless Services Board
• Demonstrated experience evaluating complex data systems and developing enterprise data strategies.
• Experience designing performance measurement frameworks and outcome evaluation systems.
• Knowledge of data governance data quality management business intelligence and performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to engage diverse stakeholders and translate complex analyses into actionable recommendations.

About the Role

Location
140 E 300 S
Salt Lake City Utah 84111
United States
Background Check Required You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code TL - Time limited

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

The Agency
The mission of Workforce Services is to strengthenUtahs communities by supporting the economic stability and quality of ourworkforce. Today more than 2200 Workforce Services employees assistindividuals in preparing for and finding jobs meeting workforce needs of Utahbusinesses administering temporary assistance and providing economic data andanalysis. Through a collaborative approach the department has served millionsof Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These includeintergenerational poverty homelessness affordable housing supportingrefugees helping rural communities serving veterans and individuals withdisabilities and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more aboutWorkforce Services click here.

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .

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