Job Description
Do you have a passion for public state service and enjoy making a difference? The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) is hiring! We regulate the insurance industry, administer the Texas workers’ compensation system, perform the duties of the State Fire Marshal’s Office, and educate and protect consumers. Apply now if you’re looking for a rewarding career in public service. The Texas Department of Insurance is in the Capitol Complex, in the Barbara Jordan Building at 1601 Congress Avenue in Austin, near the Texas Capitol.
Benefits of working at TDI:
Flexible work schedules.
Work-life-balance.
96 hours of accrued vacation a year.
96 hours of accrued sick leave a year.
20+ holidays every year.
Career advancement opportunities.
Free parking.
401(k) and 457 Programs.
State of Texas retirement plan with a lifetime annuity through the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).
Free comprehensive medical insurance for full-time employees and 50% off premium costs for dependents (state pays other 50%).
Optional benefits like dental, vision, life insurance, and many more.
Qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Before you apply:
TDI does not sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa.
Learn about our selection process, our military employment preference, licensing, and credential requirements.
Data Analyst III (Data Management)
This position performs moderately complex (journey-level) data analysis and data research for the Financial Regulation Division (FRD). Work involves data analysis of companies’ financials and developing practical systems used by financial staff in solvency monitoring. Develops, updates, and enhances data visualizations and interactive dashboards using Data Visualization Tools. Works in partnership with Data Management Office staff to provide excellent support to staff. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
This position:
Uses data visualization tools to develop, design, and maintain moderately complex visualizations and reports.
Uses SQL (Structured Query Language) or other query languages to load and compile data from a variety of sources into operational databases.
Creates ad hoc reports using data visualization tools.
Serves as a Customer Service Requests (CSR) Liaison to submit special requests from FRD to the ITS division.
Maintains and updates webpages and creates or updates forms to fillable and accessible PDFs.
Completes special projects.
Performs other duties as assigned.
This position requires:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in data science, business analytics, computer science, computer information systems, management information systems, accounting, finance, mathematics, statistics, economics, or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
2 years’ experience in data analysis, research, compilation, and/or reporting work.
Additional job details:
This position requires regular work attendance. The position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule. If eligible, the employee must have a secure, dedicated workspace with reliable broadband internet service. The ideal candidate must be available for weekly meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams and other applications during regular business hours.
Preferences for this position include:
Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI and Tableau.
Experience using SQL (Structured Query Language) for data querying and analysis.
This position requires demonstrated knowledge of:
State laws, rules, procedures, and regulations relevant to job requirements.
Using filters, parameters, and calculated fields in Data Visualization Tools.
Writing and performing queries, extracting, blending and joining disparate datasets using SQL.
Business terminology, spelling, grammar, arithmetic, personal computers.
Office practices and procedures.
This position requires demonstrated skill in:
Problem solving and critical thinking.
Using Microsoft Office software applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
Using personal computers sufficient to enter and extract data from related systems and programs, such as Centralized Accounting Payroll and Personnel (CAPPS) and other systems required to perform the job.
Using filters, parameters, and calculated fields in Data Visualization Tools.
Writing and performing queries, extracting, blending and joining disparate datasets using SQL.
Business terminology, spelling, grammar, arithmetic, personal computers.
Office practices and procedures.
Evaluating and translating large amounts of data.
Planning and decision making.
This position requires the demonstrated ability to:
Communicate and work effectively with a wide range of people with varied skills, knowledge, and backgrounds.
Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
Analyze and solve work-related problems and work independently on a variety of administrative work and technical assignments.
Manage workload and priorities to meet necessary deadlines.
Work both independently and as a team player.
Manage multiple priorities.
Understand and follow instructions.
Take initiative, accept new challenges, and be adaptive to changes.
Military Employment Preference
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To receive a military employment preference, you must submit the required documents, as applicable, with your application. See How to Apply – Military Employment Preference.
Applicable Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes are included, but not limited to one of the following:
26B, 682X, CYB12, IT,15AX, 514B
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How to apply:
You may apply through CAPPS Career Center or Work in Texas (WIT).
The following information is required with your submission. Your submission must include complete:
Employment history (month and year).
Duties and responsibilities.
Education.
Certifications.
Licenses.
Supplemental questions (if applicable)*.
We may reject submissions that do not include all the required information.
*If you are applying through WIT, log into CAPPS Career Center to access supplemental questions and review your submission.