Job Description
Join our mission-critical team at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Part-Time Federal Data Analyst. This remote-friendly position offers the opportunity to directly impact veteran services through advanced data analysis while maintaining work-life balance. You'll work with sensitive federal datasets to drive policy decisions and improve service delivery across Arizona's veteran community.
We offer competitive hourly rates, flexible scheduling (20-25 hours/week), and comprehensive training on federal compliance protocols. Ideal for professionals seeking meaningful part-time work in public sector data science.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret complex federal datasets to identify trends in veteran service utilization
- Create interactive dashboards and reports using Tableau/Power BI for leadership decision-making
- Ensure compliance with federal data security protocols (FISMA, HIPAA)
- Collaborate with program managers to develop data-driven improvement strategies
- Document analytical methodologies and maintain audit-ready data pipelines
- Present findings to cross-functional teams using clear visual storytelling techniques
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Public Administration, or related field
- 2+ years experience with SQL, Python/R, and visualization tools
- Active federal security clearance or ability to obtain within 90 days
- Proficiency in handling sensitive PII and PHI data under federal guidelines
- Experience with federal reporting systems (e.g., VA's VISTA, CMS)
- Strong written communication skills for technical documentation
- Familiarity with Mesa's veteran service landscape preferred