Data Management Specialist

Koniag Professional Services LLC a Koniag Government Services company is seeking a Data Management Specialist to support KPS and our government customer in Atlanta GA. 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 will provide comprehensive data management services supporting federal grant administration programs. The specialist willbe responsible forensuring data integrity across multiple systemsmaintainingworkflow tracking solutions and supporting federal personnel withaccurate reliable data management. This is an ONSITE position required to be performed at one of the Regional Office locations (Philadelphia Atlanta Dallas Denver Kansas City or Washington DC) with telework available upon :Provideadvanced support in project management and analysis within an organizationDevelopproject planstracking project progress analyzing project data preparing project reports andidentifyingpotentialprojectrisks and opportunitiesAssistin project budgeting resource allocation and stakeholder communicationConductcomprehensive data quality oversight and implementingvalidation procedures to ensureaccurate reliable data across all systemsReviewexisting data systems toidentifyinaccurate data and improperly maintained records developing corrective action plansDevelop and implement processes for ongoing data quality monitoring and continuous improvementApply data governance principles and best practices toestablishorganizational data standardsEstablish andmaintaindata quality standards metrics and key performance indicatorsPerform regular data audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and federal requirementsMaintain and support workflow tracking solutions ensuring seamless integration with federal systems through data pipelines APIs and data transformation processesMonitor system performance troubleshoot technical issues coordinate system updates andmaintaincomprehensive documentation and user guidesEnter update andmaintainaccuratedata in databases spreadsheets and applications ensuring up-to-date grant information and compliance with federal records requirementsApply analytical and problem-solving skills toidentifydata quality issues and implement effective solutionsPromote data alignment and consistency across multiple systems and support metadata management initiativesTrack grant administration workflows including applications enrollment reporting issues corrective actions and monitoring activitiesCreate andmaintaindata assets develop tracking tools (email lists schedules and timelines) and provide comprehensive reporting supportCoordinate workflows across teams and regions proactivelyidentifyingand resolving bottlenecks and inefficienciesEnsure compliance with federal records management regulations andmaintainofficial recordsin accordance withfederal standardsAssistin reporting quarterly performance metrics to federal stakeholdersProvide technical support for data management tools and platforms to federal staff and regional officesCoordinate with Data Analysts Data Engineers and other technical team members on data projectsSupport ad hoc data projects as assigned by managementParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives for operational systems and processesDeliver training and guidance to end users on data management tools and best practicesComplete annual mandatory federal training requirementsMaintain strict confidentiality of sensitive informationTravel within and outside the Region to conduct site visits attend meetings conferences and training asrequiredPosition Requirements:Education:Bachelors degree ininformationmanagementlibraryscience orarelated field from an accredited university or collegeRequired Experience:Minimum of3years of relevant post-baccalaureate professional experiencedirectly relatedto data management tasksExperience with data quality assurance and validation methodologiesKnowledge of data governance principles and practical applicationsExperience with document management systemsMetadata management experienceU.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United StatesAbility to obtain andmaintaina Public Trust security clearanceProven ability tomaintainclose attention to detail and accuracy in all work productsExceptional professional communication skills both written and oral with ability to interact effectively with federal personnelAdvancedproficiencyin Microsoft Excel including complex formulas pivot tables and data analysis functionsAdvancedproficiencyin Smartsheet for project management and workflow trackingProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word PowerPoint Outlook)Experience with web-based collaboration tools and platformsProficiencywith data quality tools and validation techniquesStrong skills in data cleaning documentation and records managementBasic SQL knowledge for database queries and data extractionStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities toidentifyand resolve data quality issuesAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team environmentAbility tomaintainconfidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriatelyStrong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesWillingness to complete mandatory federal training requirementsAbility to pass required background investigations for access to federal facilities and systemsFlexibility to travel within and outside the Region as needed to conduct site visits attend meetings conferences and trainingTravel RequirementsContractor personnelare required totravel within and outside the Region during the performance of this contract to conduct site visits attend meetings conferences and trainingAdditional RequirementsU.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United StatesAbility to pass required background investigations for access to federal facilities and systemsAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team environmentAbility tomaintainconfidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriatelyWillingness to complete mandatory training requirementsSecurity Requirement: Ability to obtain andmaintaina Public Trust security clearanceDesired Skills and Competencies:Experience working in a federal government environment particularly with federal grant programsKnowledge of federal records management regulations and compliance requirementsExperience with federal data systems and integration platformsFamiliarity with Head Start HHS or other federal social services grant programsExperience with data visualization tools (Tableau Power BI)Advanced SQL knowledgeExperience with API integration and data pipeline developmentProject management certification or experienceTraining or instructional design experienceKnowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologiesExperience with change management processesUnderstanding of information security principles and practicesOur 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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