Data Quality Assurance and Analysis Manager (Data ...

Salary: $7,817.00 - $10,514.00 Monthly Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA Job Type: Full Time - Permanent Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 2026-CRAB-001 Department: County Road Administration Board Opening Date: 03/11/2026 Closing Date: 3/24/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step Description Schedule: 8am - 5pm, Mon.- Fri, with overnight travel and variable hours occasionally. Flexible schedule and work from home options are available following Agency policy. About Us: The mission of the Washington State County Road Administration Board (CRAB)is to ensure the success and accountability of all Washington county road departments. The transportation systems owned, operated, and maintained by the state's 39 counties include almost 40,000 miles of roads, 3,300 bridges, and four ferry systems. The annual county road department budget exceeds $1.2 billion per year, funded by local property taxes, a share of the state motor vehicle fuel tax, federal and state grants, and other sources. What you'll be doing: In this position, you will utilize your expertise in data collection, cleaning, validation, research methods, statistical models, and business as you lead data projects and serves as a technical lead informing program and agency leadership. You will serve as the primary bridge between the agency's IT division (which includes GIS) and the engineering and operations division by providing expert data and analytic support through design, execution, and oversight of data products as well as quantitative and mixed methods analyses of structured and unstructured data. You will provide customer-centric data design, predictive analytics, program evaluation (implementation, operations, and impact studies), reporting, visualization, and analytic data oversight integral to effective stewardship and equitable delivery of these programs. You will be responsible for data and evaluation products and services, along with leading requirements development and documentation of analytic data tables/products and automation algorithms. In addition, you will be supporting other workstreams and technical system implementation projects, enabling data-informed decision-making, evaluation of strategic goals and performance, assessment of program usage, effective use of administrative data, and incorporation of data needs and best practices into system development. Duties Some of what you'll enjoy doing includes: Independently extract, integrate, and clean data from large program databases (along with other data sources) generating complex queries to extract and manage data for use in data products, analytical research, evaluation, and program operations. Respond to frequent requests for customized datasets to include everything from working with the requestor on functional requirements, performing complex data management and statistical calculations, optimizing for efficient data processing, performing validations, ensuring alignment with privacy guidelines, and determining the best approach for data transfer. Design and construct data tables and automation functions, building complex analytical files from diverse sources. Develop approaches to link across multiple programs' data, including probabilistic matching where direct matches aren't feasible. Consult with Product and IT partners on data processes and infrastructure (e.g., information systems, administrative data lake/warehouse, applications/tools, reporting systems) and database object structures/tables. Make recommendations on program production database design to ensure maximum usability of administrative data for data products and evaluation analytics. Use statistical programming languages to develop functions and reproducible automation scripts and workflows to facilitate efficient use of data, support reporting, operations, actuarial, and program evaluation colleagues in their work. Lead and contribute to analytic data documentation (e.g., data dictionaries). Maintain clear documentation to ensure reproducibility and transparency of reporting processes, database objects, calculated fields, customized data sets, and program data. Lead and develop quantitative program reports and dashboards for program and agency leadership, legislative staff and government officials, and the public, using database tools, statistical languages (e.g., SQL, R), and visualization software (e.g., Power BI). Communicate about analytic research projects and results in plan or technical language, according to the intended audience. Write reports that include a clear description of the approach, analysis, related context, and interpretation of the findings. Define requirements and analytic logic models, analyze data, develop performance metrics, and conduct program evaluation for cross-functional and external partner initiatives. Provide data-informed recommendations on data and program challenges and develop innovative approaches to solve analytics challenges that do not have readily apparent solutions. Participate in division and agency portfolio projects, including advising on implementation of new technology system functionality to help ensure usability of resulting data. Lead project teams in creating and carrying out data and evaluation plans by conducting data collection, management, and analysis to provide data products summarizing trends and evaluation outcomes in accordance with project objectives. Qualifications REQUIRED: Qualifying candidates will meet one of the following criteria options: Option 1: Six (6) years of experience in data analysis related position/s such as data scientist, statistician, or business intelligence analyst. This may include any combination of education/experience Option 2: Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Informatics, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, Accounting, Computer Science, Business Administration, or Mathematics AND two (2) years of experience in data analysis related position/s such as data scientist, statistician, or business intelligence analyst. Option 3: Master's degree in Data Science, Informatics, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, Accounting, Computer Science, Business Administration, or Mathematics. Required Experience Qualifications Include: Experience designing or supporting relational databases and enterprise reporting systems. Advanced proficiency in SQL and relational database management systems such as Microsoft SQL Server. Experience applying data modeling principles and translating business requirements into technical specifications. Experience designing dashboards and automated reporting solutions using enterprise business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SAP). Proficiency in Python, R, or comparable programming languages to support analytical system design. Experience implementing, testing, validating, and deploying reporting and database solutions in production environments. Experience developing automated data workflows and repeatable analytical processes. Ability to prepare technical documentation and communicate technical information to varied audiences. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across departments. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications sufficient to support documentation and presentation of system information. Experience evaluating existing data or reporting systems and recommending or implementing improvements. Experience improving legacy processes through redesign, automation, or integration. Ability to analyze complex system requirements and develop sustainable technical solutions. Experience implementing measures to improve data quality and reliability. Desired Qualifications: Experience designing data warehousing or integrated data environments. Familiarity with enterprise data architecture principles. Experience with GIS platforms such as ESRI products. Experience designing systems in public sector or multi-agency environments. Experience developing data pipelines and analytics solutions using Databricks, including work with Spark, Delta Lake, or MLflow. Experience integrating analytics workflows with the Microsoft Power Platform, particularly Power Automate and SharePoint, to support business process automation and data governance. Experience supporting enterprise system rollouts, vendor coordination, or procurement processes. Experience delivering user training related to system functionality and reporting tools. Experience implementing or optimizing analytics solutions within a Databricks lakehouse architecture. Experience building automated business workflows using Power Automate and integrating data assets with SharePoint or other Microsoft 365 tools. Experience supporting system upgrades, migrations, or platform transitions. Familiarity with data governance, information security, and cloud or hybrid data environments. Experience modernizing systems within public sector or multi-agency settings. Supplemental Information Please provide the following documents in order to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position: A letter of interest, describing how you meet the qualifications for this position as outlined in the job posting; A current resume, detailing experience, and education; and A current list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information (attached or available to provide at the time of interview) NOTE: By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not substitute for completing the "duties summary" section or supplemental questions of the application. Please do not "refer to resume" for detail, or your application may be disqualified. Opportunity for All: CRAB celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, families with children (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as an individual with the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with disabilities or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws. 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 organization. Contact Information: For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Angie Anderson at email . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs. Read about our benefits: The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time. Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits. Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees. Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options. Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system. Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information. Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday. Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave. Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave. Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. Vacation (Annual Leave) Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave. Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165. Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave. Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave. Additional Leave Leave Sharing Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave Without Pay Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits. Updated 01-07-2026 01 What is your level of education? Some or no college 1 year of college (30 semester or 45 quarter credits) Associate's degree OR 2 years of college (60 semester or 90 quarter credits) 3 years of college (90 semester or 135 quarter credits) Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Informatics, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, Accounting, Computer Science, Business Administration, or Mathematics Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field Master's degreein Data Science, Informatics, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, Accounting, Computer Science, Business Administration, or Mathematics Master's degree (or higher) in an unrelated field 02 How much professional experience in a in data analysis related position/s such as data scientist, statistician, or business intelligence analyst do you have? 0-11 months (less than 1 year) 12-23 months (at least 1 year) 24-35 months (at least 2 years) 36-47 months (at least 3 years) 48-59 months (at least 4 years) 60-71 months (at least 5 years) 72 months or more (at least 6 years) 03 From the question above, what job(s) will this experience clearly be found?If this does not apply to you, enter "n/a" in this space. 04 Select ALL that apply to your experience: Experience designing or supporting relational databases and enterprise reporting systems. Advanced proficiency in SQL and relational database management systems such as Microsoft SQL Server. Experience applying data modeling principles and translating business requirements into technical specifications. Experience designing dashboards and automated reporting solutions using enterprise business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SAP). Proficiency in Python, R, or comparable programming languages to support analytical system design. Experience implementing, testing, validating, and deploying reporting and database solutions in production environments. Experience developing automated data workflows and repeatable analytical processes. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications sufficient to support documentation and presentation of system information. Experience evaluating existing data or reporting systems and recommending or implementing improvements. Experience improving legacy processes through redesign, automation, or integration. Ability to analyze complex system requirements and develop sustainable technical solutions. Experience implementing measures to improve data quality and reliability. None of these apply 05 Select ALL that apply to your experience: Experience designing data warehousing or integrated data environments. Familiarity with enterprise data architecture principles. Experience with GIS platforms such as ESRI products. Experience designing systems in public sector or multi-agency environments. Experience developing data pipelines and analytics solutions using Databricks, including work with Spark, Delta Lake, or MLflow. Experience integrating analytics workflows with the Microsoft Power Platform, particularly Power Automate and SharePoint, to support business process automation and data governance. Experience supporting enterprise system rollouts, vendor coordination, or procurement processes. Experience delivering user training related to system functionality and reporting tools. Experience implementing or optimizing analytics solutions within a Databricks lakehouse architecture. Experience building automated business workflows using Power Automate and integrating data assets with SharePoint or other Microsoft 365 tools. Experience supporting system upgrades, migrations, or platform transitions. Familiarity with data governance, information security, and cloud or hybrid data environments. Experience modernizing systems within public sector or multi-agency settings. None of these apply 06 How did you hear about this job posting? Careers.wa.gov / Governmentjobs.com Friend Indeed Job Board LinkedIn Other 07 We would like to know where you heard about this position.If you selected College Job Board, Job Fair, Job Board, or Other, please let us know the specific name of the college, job board, or place you heard about this position.If you selected a specifically named job board or webpage (listed above), please enter "n/a". Required Question

Created: 2026-03-13