TxDMV - Lead Data Analyst (Remote in Texas)

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career SectionSUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONTo apply for this position, select the and#8220;Apply Onlineand#8221; button. Complete your on-line applicant profile and the State of Texas Application for Employment. TxDMV does not accept paper applications.Effective January 23, 2026:You will be required to attach a resume to your application which will be used for screening purposes.and#183; Please ensure your rand#233;sumand#233; is detailed and specific, including a full employment history (full time or part time), education, licenses, and skills.and#183; Your rand#233;sumand#233; must include the month and year for start and end dates for each listed employer.and#183; Failure to fully complete the application requirements and pre-screening questions may disqualify you for consideration for this position.Applicants who require accommodation for the interview process should contact Human Resources at 512-465-4043 when contacted to schedule an interview.State Classification Title: Data Analyst VINOTE: This position is currently eligible for telecommuting within the state of Texas. However, this is subject to change, and the position may transition to an in-office assignment at a designated work location within the state based on space availability and agency needs. Must attend meetings/training at headquarters in Austin, TX as required by management.GENERAL DESCRIPTIONOur mission at the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) is to serve, protect and advance the citizens and industries in the state with quality motor vehicle related services. We are a dynamic state agency dedicated to customer service, consumer protection and the success of motor vehicle-related industries.The Lead Data Analyst performs advanced (senior-level) data analysis that provides for the daily operations of the team. Work involves providing oversight and direction for planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating activities mandated or assigned to the Data Management Office Team. Serves as subject matter expert regarding analysis of the Texas Department of Motor Vehiclesand#8217; data. Monitors Data Team activities and guides activities to serve agency TxDMV analytics needs. Develops priorities and standards for accomplishing goals. Provides data management and data analysis expertise. Oversee activities for the Data Management Office working with internal and external agencies and it's underlying data. Designs detailed procedures that ensure data quality. Oversee a team to produce routine and ad hoc data reports, as well as contribute to reports, presentations, and internal documentation of standards. Activities are performed to meet agency objectives including short-term and long-term objectives. Performs duties under limited supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.ESSENTIAL DUTIESSupervise a team of data analysts, including assigning work, monitoring workload balance, and ensuring deadlines are met.Support the development of longand#8209;term analytics strategy and team roadmap.Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard new analysts.Establish performance expectations and track progress against goals.Recommend investments in analytics tools or professional development.Lead the design, development, and maintenance of complex data models, dashboards, and analytical solutions supporting enterprise-wide decisionand#8209;making.Conduct advanced statistical analysis, data mining, forecasting, and trend analysis to identify operational insights and performance improvement opportunities.Oversee data quality management processes, including profiling, validation, and cleansing activities across enterprise data sources.Serve as a senior technical analyst and subjectand#8209;matter expert on data governance, metadata standards, and enterprise information architecture.Provide strategic guidance to leadership using dataand#8209;driven recommendations related to motor vehicle operations, compliance, licensing, fraud detection, and customer service improvement.Mentor junior analysts on analytical methodologies, tools, visualizations, and best practices.Develop highand#8209;impact reports and visualizations for executive leadership, the Texas Legislature, and external stakeholders.Coordinate with internal divisions and external partners to integrate datasets, automate reporting workflows, and enhance enterprise analytics capabilities.Lead or participate in special projects requiring expertand#8209;level analytical leadership and crossand#8209;functional collaboration.Ensure compliance with state data standards, privacy laws, and TxDMV information security policies.Serve as the primary point of contact between the analytics team and business units.Enforce data quality, data governance, and reporting standards across the analytics team.May travel up to 5% of the time. Travels by car (may include flying). May include overnight travel. May require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.Required to attend work regularly and adhere to approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.Performs other duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESAbility to mentor, coach, and develop junior analysts.Skill in delegating tasks effectively and managing team workload.Ability to conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.Skill in prioritizing competing projects and aligning analytics work with business goals.Ability to manage conflict and resolve issues within the analytics team.Skills at working with advanced statistical methods, predictive modeling techniques, and data science concepts.Skill in recognizing team achievements and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.Knowledge of relational databases, data warehousing, ETL processes, and data governance principles.Knowledge ofData analysis and visualization.Knowledge ofData governance and data security.Understanding of data warehousing concepts and ETL processes.Knowledge of data governance, quality assurance, and validation practices.Ability to build dashboards and automated reporting solutions.Ability to translate business questions into analytical approaches.Strong documentation skills for data processes and methodologies.Knowledge of the State of Texas data management standards, security protocols, and reporting expectations.Ability to work with different business intelligence platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), SQLand#8209;based systems, and scripting languages.Ability to write highly optimized SQL queries and perform complex data transformations.Creating interactive dashboards, geospatial visualizations, and executiveand#8209;level reporting.Automating data processes using tools such as Python, R, or enterprise ETL municating analytical findings clearly to both technical and nonand#8209;technical audiences.Work independently on highly technical and complex projects with minimal supervision.Analyze large and disparate datasets to uncover meaningful insights.Develop clear documentation, data dictionaries, and technical project specifications.Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines within a fastand#8209;paced environment.Collaborate effectively with crossand#8209;functional teams and provide expert guidance.The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills held or performed by employees in this job. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned.Qualifications: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation and ExperienceBachelorand#8217;s degree from an accredited college or university in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information

Created: 2026-03-12