Program Analyst (Environmental Policy Data Analysis and Reporting)

Overview/ Job Responsibilities

Entarian is seeking a Program Analyst to provide data management, performance reporting, database administration, and analytical support for the NOAA Office of Habitat Conservation, Restoration Center (RC). This position will support strategic planning, performance management, data quality, database development, reporting, and program activities. The successful candidate will have demonstrated hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps and Power BI, and the ability to query, validate, troubleshoot, and analyze data supporting program operations and decision-making. This position supports the Policy, Planning, and Communications team and will regularly work with project managers and leadership across all regions of the country. Positive database technical support as well as understanding of environmental restoration goals are important attributes to bring to this position.

Duties include:

Support strategic planning, performance management, and reporting, including data collection, analysis, performance metrics, quarterly and annual reporting, and development of data visualizations.

Coordinate the writing and revision of business rules for tracking environmental restoration projects. Organize and lead team meetings to get input from database users on those business rules.

Perform data management and QA/QC, including reviewing data for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and compliance with established business rules.

Query, analyze, and troubleshoot data used within Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power BI, and associated data sources.

Develop, maintain, and enhance Power BI reports, dashboards, data models, and visualizations to support program and management needs.

Support Power Apps and related data processes, including troubleshooting application data issues and identifying opportunities to improve data collection and workflow.

Support administration and enhancement of the Restoration and Conservation Database (RCDB), including user access, reporting, data requests, and data-quality activities.

Translate program and reporting needs into database, application, and reporting requirements and coordinate with program staff and technical developers.

Develop and execute test plans and support user acceptance testing (UAT) for new or enhanced database and Power Platform functionality.

Develop data-related procedures, documentation, business rules, and training materials and provide training and technical assistance to users.

Analyze program data to identify trends, measure performance, and communicate program accomplishments and outcomes.

Support Restoration Center programs and workgroups addressing performance measures, monitoring information, data management, and business-process improvements.

Provide data visualization, reporting, and other analytical support using Power BI, Tableau, GIS, or other applicable tools.

Periodic on-site meetings in Silver Spring, MD may be required, with regular remote work acceptable. The contractor may be required to travel for meetings, workshops, trainings, and conferences.

The salary for this position is approximately $60,000 - 80,000/year.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with six to eight years of specialized professional experience in data analysis, database administration, information management, business intelligence, performance reporting, or a related field

Demonstrated hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power BI, and advanced Excel and Google sheet experience

Demonstrated ability to perform data queries, data QA/QC, validation, and troubleshooting within Power Platform environments

Experience developing and maintaining Power BI reports, dashboards, data models, and visualizations

Experience with database administration, reporting, and complex data sets

Experience identifying and troubleshooting data-quality, application, or reporting issues

Experience gathering and documenting business and technical requirements

Experience supporting system testing and user acceptance testing

Advanced spreadsheet skills and experience working with complex data

Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple concurrent responsibilities

Strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Understanding of environmental policy, ecology, coastal and marine ecosystems, fishery habitat restoration, or a related environmental field

Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident and be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to access applicable government systems and facilities

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Microsoft Dataverse, Power Query, DAX, Power Automate, or Power Fx

Experience with SQL or other data-query languages

Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint and Office tools

Experience with Smartsheet and/or Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Experience working with federal programs, performance reporting, or government information systems

Experience developing technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and user training materials

About Us

Compensation Entarian considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including the location, scope, and associated responsibilities of the specific position, as well as a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our flexible benefits package, which includes:

Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-matching

11 Paid Federal Government Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Professional Membership Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Competitive compensation plan

Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.

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Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.