Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Koniag Professional Services LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Data Analyst I - Data Visualization Specialist to support the administration of federal discretionary grants. This role involves transforming complex grant management data into compelling visual stories through interactive dashboards and data-driven presentations, while ensuring compliance with federal accessibility standards.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop interactive dashboards, reports, and data visualizations using Tableau, Power BI, D3.js, and other tools to effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences
- Translate complex data analysis into clear, accessible visual stories that highlight trends, patterns, and actionable insights for management meetings, conferences, leadership briefings, and congressional reporting
- Collaborate with federal staff, Data Analysts, Data Engineers, and program leadership to understand visualization needs, conduct user research, and iteratively improve data products through stakeholder engagement
- Design and maintain operational dashboards for grant management, including performance metrics, enrollment tracking, monitoring reviews, compliance tracking, budget visualizations, and application processing status displays
- Ensure all visualizations meet federal accessibility standards (Section 508 compliance) by applying universal design principles, implementing appropriate color schemes, and following federal branding guidelines
- Develop interactive visualizations using D3.js and web-based tools that integrate data from multiple federal systems, build automated reporting solutions, and leverage GIS/mapping tools for geographic visualizations
- Create templates, standardized visualization frameworks, style guides, and visualization libraries for consistency while producing ad-hoc visualizations for special projects and external communications
- Utilize Figma, Canva, and Google Data Studio for design and prototyping while developing custom visualizations using Python or R when needed
- Contribute to ongoing development, maintenance, and troubleshooting of national data systems
- Assist with leadership data requests and trend analyses, often ad hoc and on short notice, and participate in briefings as needed
- Develop data-informed documentation including reports, improvement suggestions, metrics, dashboards, and guidance to enhance operations
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Data Visualization, Information Design, Data Science, Graphic Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field from an accredited college or university
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant post-baccalaureate professional experience in data visualization
- U.S. Citizenship or legal work authorization to work in the United States
- Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance
- Proven experience translating complex data into visual stories through interactive dashboards for diverse audiences
- Strong design skills with demonstrated application of visualization principles, including Gestalt principles, responsive design, and accessibility standards
- Experience building data visualizations that adhere to accessibility standards (Section 508 compliance)
- Experience developing geospatial visualizations and maps to support service area analysis and grant distribution
- Experience creating accessible, intuitive dashboards and delivering them to end-users with clear documentation
- Exceptional communication skills to translate complex data into visual stories for diverse, both technical and non-technical, audiences
- Strong stakeholder collaboration skills and presentation development capabilities
- Proficiency with Tableau, Power BI, and D3.js
- Experience with GIS/Mapping tools (ArcGIS, QGIS)
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and web-collaboration tools
- Experience with design tools including Figma, Canva, and Google Data Studio
- Collaborative mindset with attention to detail, creative problem-solving abilities, and receptiveness to iterative feedback
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately, including PII and sensitive grant recipient data
- Willingness to complete mandatory training requirements and adhere to data protection protocols
- Completion of Conflict of Interest/Non-Disclosure Agreement (COI/NDA) prior to work performance
- Compliance with Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) requirements
- Willingness to travel within and outside the Region to conduct site visits, attend meetings, conferences, and training
- Experience working in a federal government grant management environment
- Knowledge of R visualization packages and Python visualization libraries
- Experience with Smartsheet workflow tracking solutions
- SQL database query experience
- HTML/CSS/JavaScript for web-based visualization development
- Experience with automated reporting solutions and scheduled data refreshes
- Familiarity with federal branding guidelines and reporting requirements
- Experience creating visualizations for congressional reporting and high-level briefings
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 401K with company matching
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid holidays
- Three weeks paid time off
Company Overview
Koniag was incorporated on June 23, 1972, to manage the land and financial assets on behalf of the corporation. It was founded in 1972, and is headquartered in Kodiak, Alaska, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.koniag.com.