Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit:

https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire

General Summary

Location: This position is required to be in person, on-site at 2800 Watkins Lake Road, Waterford MI 48328.

Rate: $33.94 - $45.48 per hour

NOTE: This position is limited to 1,000 hours/year and works 20-24 hours/week on a year-round basis.

Do you love turning data into insights that drive smarter decisions and better community experiences?

Oakland County Parks and Recreation is looking for a curious, analytical, and detail-oriented data professional to help transform data into meaningful insights that support parks, programs, and services across the community. In this role, you’ll collect, analyze, and interpret data from a wide variety of sources—including point-of-sale systems, surveys, census data, financial reports, GIS, social media analytics, and marketing reports—to help leadership make informed operational and strategic decisions.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys blending analytics, storytelling, visualization, and problem-solving in a collaborative and mission-driven environment.

What you'll do:
Collect, analyze, and interpret operational and performance data from multiple internal and external sources
Develop dashboards, reports, charts, and visualizations that support strategic decision-making
Collaborate with department leadership to identify key performance indicators and track progress toward goals
Conduct ad-hoc analyses and provide actionable recommendations to improve operations and services
Monitor and maintain data quality, integrity, and reporting accuracy
Integrate data from external sources into departmental reporting and analytics processes
Communicate findings and insights to leadership and stakeholders in clear, meaningful ways
Develop documentation, training guides, and support staff training on data entry standards and reporting processes
Stay current on trends and advancements in data analysis, visualization, and reporting technologies

Why you'll love it:
The opportunity to make a direct impact on parks, recreation programs, and community experiences
Hands-on experience working with diverse data sources, visualization tools, and modern analytics technologies
A collaborative environment where your insights help shape decision-making and operational improvements
The chance to work with tools like Python, Tableau, Power BI, GIS, Power Automate, and Workday reporting
Flexible part-time schedule (20–24 hours/week) in a year-round role
Meaningful project work with opportunities to present findings and influence departmental strategy
A role that combines analytical thinking, creativity, and public service impact

If you’re passionate about data, enjoy uncovering trends and insights, and want your work to support experiences that benefit the community, we’d love to hear from you.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS & ABILITIES

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in business, statistics, data science, computer science, mathematics, parks and recreation or related field of study; AND

Have at least three (3) years of experience in data analysis projects;

OR

2. Possess an Associate’s degree or equivalent amount of education from an accredited college or university with course work in statistics, database management, data analytics, or website management; AND

Have at least five (5) years of experience in related data analysis projects.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in Python and experience with data visualization tools, preferably Tableau, or MS Power BI.

• Experience working with a variety of data sources, such as point of sale, survey, census, and financial systems.

• Exposure to Microsoft Power Automate, Power Apps, Workday reporting or other Enterprise applications.

• Ability to conduct advanced statistical analyses and communicate findings to non- technical stakeholders.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to think critically when evaluating problems and address challenges from different viewpoints.

• Knowledge of ETL (extract, transfer, and load) data processing.

• Demonstrated experience in completing data aggregation for analysis.

• Familiarity with a variety of formats for presenting data in different visualizations (Tableau, Python, VR).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Collects and analyzes data related to the operations of the Parks and Recreation Department from a variety of sources, including point of sale, survey, census, financial, GIS, and other external sources.

• Develops and maintains data reporting systems, including dashboards and other visualizations, that provide insights into departmental performance and trends.

• Collaborates with departmental leadership to identify key performance indicators and develop reporting that tracks progress towards goals.

• Conducts ad-hoc analyses and develops recommendations to drive departmental decision-making. Monitors and analyzes data quality to ensure data integrity and identify areas for improvement.

• Partners with external data sources to integrate data into the departmental reporting and analysis processes.

• Communicates data findings and recommendations to departmental leadership and stakeholders.

• Develops and maintains documentation of departmental data sources and reporting processes.

• Maintains current knowledge of industry trends and advancements in data analysis and visualization tools.

• Prepares training guides and trains staff on appropriate data entry procedures to ensure data integrity.

• Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

May present findings to management, Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission, or other internal and external audiences for education and awareness.

May work as a liaison with outside vendors on specialized software. Audits or performs testing of software processes to ensure data is presented

appropriately.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to communicate accurately to convey information using tact and diplomacy.

Ability to operate a motor vehicle and/or be a passenger.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is carried out in a typical office environment.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May serve as a project lead over lower-level clerical staff, operations staff, interns, or students to ensure appropriate system use and data entry standards are followed.

May be required to travel to other locations during the course of work.

IMPORTANT NOTE : The primary purpose of this job description is to set a fair and equitable salary range for this job classification. Generally, only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the supervisor.

Additional Minimum Qualifications

Union*

*If applicable

EEO Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Inclusion Statement

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.