Business Data Associate - job 1 of 2

Position Description:

Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs, refine strategies, and enhance understanding. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions in wide-ranging policy areas, from health, education, early childhood, and family support to nutrition, employment, disability, and international development. Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you will experience financial benefits of ESOP holdings that have increased in tandem with the company’s growth and financial strength. You will also be part of an independent, employee-owned firm that is able to define and further our mission, enhance our quality and accountability, and steadily grow our financial strength. Learn more about our benefits here.

We are looking for a Business Data Associate to join our Information Technology Services (ITS) group. This position will be eligible to work from the following office locations: Princeton, NJ or Washington, DC (with options for a hybrid schedule). The Business Data Associate will focus on data management for specific systems in Business Operations related to the contract lifecycle. They will complete data entry of subsets of our contracted projects’ data, as well as analysis, reporting, and quality checks of the full set of contract data.

The Business Data Associate will coordinate with internal leads regarding business data, business processes, and technology to ensure holistic management of the systems’ data. They will work to ensure the data systems ultimately run smoothly, increase team productivity, feed into the larger enterprise’s data governance model, and provide as much value to the organization as possible. They will also support governance of these processes and data points via documentation such as data dictionaries. In addition, the Business Data Associate may support the data system processes via documentation of the processes and workflows. They may also collaborate closely with leaders to define and communicate a clear vision for any data or procedural changes, as well as develop measures for the data and processes.

At Mathematica, we take pride in our commitment to diversity. Building an inclusive culture that draws on the individual strengths of employees from different ethnic backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, abilities, and experience is key to our success.

Responsibilities:

• Data entry and analysis of contract data
• Analysis of datasets from multiple data sources, including non-contract data
• Create and manage data reports, data quality checks, and visualizations for the data systems from a system and operational perspective
• Work independently and collaboratively with a diverse set of key stakeholders (internal business departments, IT staff, business unit staff) to clarify requests and successfully manage the needs related to the data and user processes
• Document and manage data updates in data dictionaries
• Utilize interpersonal skills – including verbal and written communication, organization, and planning – with diverse key stakeholders
• May document and map processes and workflows utilizing Visio (or similar software)
• May partner with internal stakeholders and change management team to define end-state outcomes and understand how data and processes need to change to deliver outcomes.
• May develop, implement, and routinely measure key performance indicators (KPIs) for the data and processes
• Actively support the advancement of organizational diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, and apply diversity, equity, and inclusion lens across job responsibilities
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed

Position Requirements:

• BA or BS degree in a relevant field (Mathematics, Business, Economics, Engineering, Computer or Data Science, Statistics, or Management)
• 0-4 years of experience in a data-focused or business-operational environment, preferably related to business analysis, government program operations, business modeling/mapping, business process design, or project management
• A combination of equivalent education and work experience may be substituted for the above requirements.

This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of $55,000 – $65,000. This position may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.

As a federal government contractor, all staff working in our central ITS group with access to corporate computer systems are required to successfully undergo a background investigation or security clearance as a condition of employment.

Although Mathematica does not require vaccination from COVID-19 as a condition of employment, various projects or agencies may require documentation of vaccination (or an approved exception/accommodation).

STAFFING AGENCIES AND THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS: Mathematica is not accepting candidates for this role or any technical role from staffing agencies or third party recruiters. Please do not contact technical or senior staff at Mathematica or share unsolicited resumes. All agency inquiries go through the talent acquisition team and will be routed accordingly.

Available Locations:Princeton, NJ; Washington, DC

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