Operations Research Analysts

**Overview**

GovCIO is currently hiring for an Operations Research Analyst / Data Scientist to support database development, data configuration, data analytics, and reporting activities at Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This role will be responsible for working within an interconnected reporting and analytics team to pull, configure, and analyze data to create real-time metrics, tasking responses, and overall information to support the ICE mission. This will be a fully remote position.

**Responsibilities**

+ Provide effective data management to enable complex analytics from a myriad of systems and software including Oracle, Databricks, AWS, and ServiceNow

+ Ability to align data with data analytic tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and Qlik Dashboards.

+ Facilitate the needs, issues, and challenges faced by the clients; perform gap analysis and recommend solutions and can be enabled within the data systems.

+ Provide trade-off analyses on technical solutions to determine the best tools and methodologies to solve complex data requests.

+ Create project deliverables, including artifacts to ensure adherence to team compliance and quality standards.

+ Use source data to assess the effectiveness of projects and business processes.

+ Work with all team members to analyze changes in requirements and recommend the most expedient solutions in a timely manner.

+ Enable end-user visibility of data and metrics via dashboard creation and metric dissemination

+ Leverage advanced analytic skills to translate complicated issues from multiple information sources into a clear picture for mission leadership.

**Qualifications**

**Required Skills and Experience:**

+ Bachelor’s Degreeor commensurate experience.

+ 5+ years of work experience (2 years of experience may be removed for a masters degree)

+ 2+ years of experience in data exploration, data cleaning, visualization, and overall data analytics

+ 2+ years of experience in data visualization tools such as Qlik or PowerBI

**Preferred Skills and Experience:**

+ Experience in distributed data and computing tools including Databricks

+ Experience with data modeling, mapping data flows and data design.

+ Excellent data analytic and communication skills.

+ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.

+ Ability to work independently in an extremely fast-paced environment.

+ Be flexible to change direction on a moment’s notice while also tracking/executing tasks in progress.

+ Ability to think “outside of the box” while communicating or dealing with a variety of situations.

**Clearance Required:**

+ Ability to attain and maintain DHS clearance (US citizenship required)

**Company Overview**

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

**What You Can Expect**

**Interview & Hiring Process**

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you canexpect:

+ During the Interview Process

+ Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

+ Camera must be on

+ A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

+ During the Hiring Process

+ Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

+ Background check, to include:

+ Criminal history (past 7 years)

+ Verification of your highest level of education

+ Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

**Employee Perks**

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

+ Corporate Discounts

+ Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

+ Training, Education and Certification Assistance*

+ Referral Bonus Program

+ Internal Mobility Program

+ Pet Insurance

+ Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

**Posted Pay Range**

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

**Posted Salary Range**

USD $90,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.

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**Location** _US-Remote_

**ID** _2025-5856_

**Category** _Information Technology_

**Position Type** _Full-Time_

Job Description
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POSITION PURPOSE

The Pricing Analyst executes and maintains the pricing strategies for categories and manages multiple pricing zones based on competitive pricing analysis. The Pricing Analyst is responsible for creating insightful data that enables achieving financial goals through the incorporation of historical and competitor data that impact category sales, margin, and rate performance. This job classification requires knowledge of retail operations and pricing strategies, and the ability to implement pricing objectives within the merchandising system.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

1. *Conducts research, produces analyses, and recommends actions to optimize sales and margin performance.

a. Conducts competitive pricing analysis reviews and analyzes product pricing compared to the competitors in the marketplace.

b. Implements and maintains pricing infrastructures while ensuring pricing complies with guidelines and meets financial targets.

c. Maintains competitive pricing databases designed to support pricing information decisions.

d. Implements and monitors pricing for KVI’s (key value items).

e. Utilizes price optimization tools and systems to deliver Bashas’ pricing strategy.

f. Continuously reviews and pro-actively identifies areas of opportunities for profit and or/margin enhancement.

2. *Manually enters product pricing into merchandising system database including price changes.

a. Periodically audits computer outputs to ensure data accuracy.

b. Researches and resolves pricing issues as reported by stores on the Company intranet, Category Managers, and system-generated reports.

c. Works with Category Managers to ensure pricing goals are accurately captured and translated by the pricing system.

3. *Provides reporting and documentation of pricing structures and serves as the point of contact for pricing inquiries.

a. Prepares monthly analysis and additional reports as required.

4. *May consult with Category Managers regarding pricing strategies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: · High School Diploma or G.E.D. and a minimum of two or more (2+) years of analysis experience.

REQUIRED

KNOWLEDGE: · Microsoft Office Suite. · Knowledge of the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of retail pricing. · Knowledge of the pricing system, procedures and business objectives and the impacts on total store value offer.

SKILLS &

ABILITIES: · Strong computer skills plus proficiency with related pricing software packages. Computer skills with a working knowledge of MS Windows and associated MS Office email, word-processing, and spreadsheet applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel · Detail-oriented and organized with an emphasis on prioritization · Strong communication and problem-solving skills · Ability to work independently from written and/or verbal instructions with little supervision · Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information