Data Analytics Specialist

Company: Alaska Air Group
Location: Honolulu
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

The TeamGuided by our purpose, core values, and leadership principles, we are creating an airline people love. Our corporate teams set the strategies and operational plans to ensure the success of our company. Whether we use our expertise in accounting, human resources, finance, planning, legal, marketing, or any of our operational divisions, our shared passion for travel and our guests is what motivates us to achieve excellence each day. If you share our passion for creating an airline people love, we want to hear from you.Role SummaryThe Audit Data Analytics team are subject matter experts in data analysis and business intelligence for audit programs. We are a shared service, and we work in partnership with the Audit team to identify and visualize risk, highlight issues and discover opportunities that help drive Alaska Air Group (AAG) forward.The Data Analytics Specialist DOE is a critical team member and works in a fast-paced, high-exposure team whose responsibilities include data analysis, data cleansing, modeling and research, optimization, project management, and solution design/delivery. The Analyst will be expected to independently execute analytics procedures, visualize and create dashboards and reports and blend data sources to provide critical insights to Audit teams. These data models will help teams assess the safety, risk and impact of processes, incidents and outcomes.The team utilizes a variety of systems and technology to produce decision support tools that enable leaders and teams to take strategic action. You must be able to develop visualizations grounded in statistical best practices that facilitate effective communication (telling the story) of results and key findings to internal and external customers.Key DutiesIn the intermediate level P2, you will use solid understanding of analytics principles to analyze data, make recommendations for approach to problem solving and make recommendations through our 5 data workstreams - Audit Metrics, Continuous Monitoring, ERM, Dynamic Reporting and Audit Analytics.In the senior level P3, as a subject matter expert in business analytics, you will apply deep knowledge and use considerable independent judgement to determine the approach to ambiguous challenges, exercise considerable judgement to make decisions and influence across the company.Job-Specific Experience, Education & SkillsRequired

• 2 years analytical experience or a related area.
• A Bachelor's degree with a focus in mathematics, economics, finance, statistics, business, computer science, or technical/engineering, or an additional 2 years of training or experience in lieu of this degree.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of business intelligence functions, including analytics, data mining, reporting, report conversion, data cleansing, data modeling and relational databases.
• Advanced SQL skills.
• Demonstrated experience working with disparate data sources and data blending.
• Adept at dashboard design, charting, and report automation.
• Experience with applied statistics and probability.
• Ability to work well with multiple, diverse teams.
• Data-driven mindset and a proven history of continuous self-development.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.Required
• 4 years of experience as a business/systems analyst supporting enterprise level Finance Systems.
• Bachelor's degree, with a focus in Finance, Accounting, Statistics or Information Technology, or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
• Thorough understanding of the business - both Audit Programs and the Airline.
• Proficient in SQL and experience working with large data sets.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of business intelligence functions, including analytics, data mining, reporting, report conversion, data cleansing, data modeling and relational databases.
• Demonstrated experience working with disparate data sources, data blending, and advanced database functions (e.g., database management functions).
• Expert in visualization techniques, dashboard design, and decision support tools; experience using data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, etc.
• Modeling proficiency in cluster analysis and linear regression.
• Proven conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Passionate about business being done right with the ability to produce timely and accurate results.
• A self-starter who takes ownership of their work and excels with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work well under pressure and effectively manage multiple, concurrent tasks.
• A strong disposition for customer service supported by excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
• Willingness to learn from and return value to Finance stakeholders by working collaboratively with others and as part of a team.
• Data-driven mindset and a proven history of continuous self-development.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.Job-Specific Leadership ExpectationsEmbody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.Salary Range$67,600-$129,600 / yearSalary DetailsPay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to location, relevant experience/level and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other Alaska/Horizon employees. Alaska/Horizon is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate.Note: We don't typically hire at the top of the range.Total RewardsAlaska Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines & Horizon AirGenerous 401k match programQuarterly and annual bonus plansGenerous holiday and paid time offFor more information about Alaska/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.FLSA Status Non-Exempt/ExemptEmployment Type Full-TimeRegular/Temporary RegularRequisition Type ManagementApply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 11/5/2024Location HonoluluEqual Employment Opportunity We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees and do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information (including family medical history), political views or activity, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.
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