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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Specialist (DS2) - **Company:** State of Washington - **Location:** Olympia, WA, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $95,676.0 - $125,544.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Geographic Information Systems, Data Analysis, Computing Platforms, ArcGIS (Software), Microsoft Outlook, Information Systems, Data as a Services, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Structures, Data Systems, Relational Databases, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Microsoft Visio, Regression Analysis, Microsoft PowerPoint, Quantum GIS (QGIS), Power BI, SQL Databases, SQL Server Integration Services, Tableau (Software), Unstructured Data, Web Applications, Enterprise Data Management, Scripting, Azure Data Factory, Scikit Learn, Information Technology, Databricks - **Published:** July 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a6afef24ad19b28f ## About the Role What you will bring to the role: Six (6) years of professional experience performing data science or informatics data work. OR Master's degree in informatics, data science, mathematics, computer science, statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, or related technical or quantitative field. A combination of relevant education in informatics, data science, mathematics, computer science, statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, or related technical or quantitative field and experience may substitute year for year for experience. Experience must include: * Three (3) years working with a querying language (e.g., SQL) in a relational database * Three (3) years using one or more scripting languages (e.g., Python or R) * Three (3) years using descriptive statistics to summarize data, identify patterns, interpret results in context, and translate findings into actionable insights * Three (3) years visualizing structured and unstructured data to extract insights (e.g. using Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, or Python/R visualization libraries) * One (1) year experience with any ETL tool (SSIS, Azure Data Factory) * One (1) year providing data acquisition, modeling, and analysis guidance based on research, policy analysis, and business analysis., * One (1) year of experience with hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and multivariate analysis to model relationships and predict outcomes. * One (1) year of experience developing solutions in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software platforms (e.g. ArcGIS or QGIS). * One (1) year of experience with a machine learning toolkit (e.g., SciKit-Learn). * Three (3) years of experience providing technical support to non-technical customers. * One (1) year of experience implementing automated data quality and process checks into ETL processes * One (1) year of experience working in Databricks or Synapse Analytics. * One (1) year of experience with Enterprise Data Management principles and best practices. * Two (2) years of experience supporting one or more DOL business processes and/or DOL information systems. * A Masters of Science degree in a quantitative discipline. ## Description As a Data Specialist, you will support our Office of Equity, Performance, and Accountability by providing advanced data analysis, reporting, and visualization. You will design and implement innovative data solutions, develop interactive Geographic Information System (GIS) and web-based tools, and deliver meaningful insights that support agency goals, policy development, and executive decision-making. Using your ability to communicate complex datasets to both technical and nontechnical audiences, you will help inform decisions and drive improvements that advance our mission of helping every Washington resident live, work, drive, and thrive. Some of what you will do: * Design and create new proprietary data structures. * Employ complex strategies and technologies to inter-relate data from distinctly different sources. * Visualize information in an intuitive manner to ease its use and comprehension by others. * Build a Geographic Information System (GIS) map and data services in an interactive web application. * Make recommendations regarding highly complex data analysis to resolve unprecedented issues involving organizational change, process improvement and policy development. * Provide expert advice and consultation to executive management, internal departments and outside organizations., * Representing a private entity or public agency, presenting findings and recommendations on teams or projects with other public and private entities. * Producing or overseeing the production of complex reports for use by diverse groups such as highest levels of management, boards, commissions, elected officials, and/or other governmental entities. * Learning the technical functionality and data structure of complex proprietary or highly configurable systems and applications. * The ability to create, compose, and edit written and illustrated materials using tools such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio. * The ability to: + Understand and follow agency values of respect, trust, diversity, equity, and inclusion through behaviors, and decisions. + Promote and support a respectful, equitable, and inclusive workplace for all employees. + Promote and support respectful, equitable, and inclusive delivery of services to customers. + Take action to learn and grow. + Take action to meet the needs of others., Incomplete applications may disqualify you from eligibility for the position. You must ensure all application areas, including supplemental questions and attachments, are completed in full. Candidates who are offered a job with DOL must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future. You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences. We employ and serve people of all backgrounds including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans. We value the unique traits and attributes that each employee brings to the job. 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