Data Analyst

Student Technical Specialist

Requisition IDreq30802 Working TitleData Analyst Pay$16.00 - $17.00 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentGeospatial and Population Studies (069D) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeStudent Employment StatusNon-Exempt Background Check RequiredNo For Best Consideration Date9/13/2024 Position Summary

The University of New Mexico's Institute Center for Geospatial and Population Studies (GPS) maintains New Mexico's traffic crash database for the New Mexico Department of Transportation Traffic Safety Divisionand serves as the New Mexico State Demographer's Office. We provide assist New Mexico government agencies, lawmakers and the public with in making data-driven decisions by providing impartial data and objective analysisaccurate traffic crash information and assist in the decision-making process by providing data and analysis to traffic safety officials, lawmakers, and the public. GPS provides UNM students with real-life job skills that will give them a strong, competitive advantage over their peers after graduation.

We are seeking a detail oriented, self-motivated students from any degree program to contribute their expertise in the areas of data analysis. In addition to providing support and routine maintenance of the traffic crash database, the student will have ample opportunities to expand their analysis or programming skill solving real-world problems. Are you new to programming or just starting out in your degree? That is OK, we can provide onsite training in a variety of languages and programs such as: SAS, SQL, and VBA, statistical data analysis, data processing and integration, trend analysis, data entry and cleaning, GIS services, web mapping, and geospatial analysis.

This position requires an organized individual with a strong initiative to learn, attention to detail, and excellent time management skills. In addition to building a marketable resume other jobs perks include flexible work hours and regular pay increases with marked progress.

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Preferred Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, at least half-time (6 hours).

• Can work a minimum of 10-20 hours a week.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.

• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to protocols and procedures.

• Attention to detail.

• Works as a team member with staff and/or other student employees on various projects.

• Willing to perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work Study students.

• Interest in database systems, spreadsheets and data analysis.

• Knowledge of any programming languages e.g. R, Python, SAS, SQL, VBA, etc.

• Experience with data input and ability to verify and correct errors.

• Knowledge of research procedures - qualitative and/or quantitative.

• ArcGIS or ArcPro training or strong desire to learn. Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please include your resume and a copy of your class schedule.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.