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Senior Data Analyst

City of San Antonio

City of San Antonio

IT, Data Science
San Antonio, TX, USA
Posted on Jan 13, 2026

Job Summary

Under general direction, is responsible performing a variety of technical tasks for identifying, capturing, analyzing, managing, and presenting data. Contributes to decision-making and planning to include conceptualization and modeling of data of high complexity. Exercises functional supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location
City Tower - 100 W Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78205

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

  • Catalogs existing data sources.
  • Designs, creates, and maintains relational databases and data systems.
  • Works with internal and public open datasets, including populating, extracting, and scrubbing data.
  • Designs reporting dashboards to translate data to an understandable illustrative format.
  • Creates data visualizations and reports to present to a variety of audiences using presentation tools.
  • Fulfills ad hoc reporting requests.
  • Recommends analytic opportunities and best practices to management.
  • Oversees access to resident and external data sources.
  • Organizes data supply chain for testing and production.
  • Prototypes and co-designs data analysis systems and recommends solutions.
  • Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Six (6) years of related work experience
  • Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.
PREFERRED:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in information technology or computer science.
  • Experience with JIRA and Agile Frameworks.
  • CompTIA Data+ certification
  • Proficient in programming languages, specifically Python, R, and/or SQL
  • Proficient with ESRI or other GIS software and geospatial data analysis.
  • Proficient with PowerBi or DAX.
Applicant Information
  • Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
  • Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
  • Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
  • If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of strategic planning and change management.
  • Knowledge of business operations, systems requirements, IT processes, technologies, tools, and frameworks.
  • Knowledge of reporting, analysis, design, and programming principles.
  • Skill in using processes, tools, and frameworks.
  • Skill in collaborating and coordinating communications for new and revised policies and standards
  • Skill in coaching and mentoring teams
  • Skill in interpersonal communication.
  • Skill in fundamental, analytical, and conceptual thinking.
  • Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations.
  • Working conditions are primarily in an office environment.