Statistical Assistant

Job Title: Statistical Assistant

Location: New York State (Telecommuting may be allowed at the discretion of the hiring manager)
Note: The Department does not provide parking; the office is accessible by mass transit.

Minimum Candidate Qualifications

The candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Experience:
  • At least 5 years in data governance.
  • At least 5 years compiling and computing data using statistical formulas for data analytics and/or statistical studies.
  • At least 1 year working with Virtual Currency or Cryptocurrency.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree.
• Other: Proof of eligibility to work in New York State.

Job Description & Responsibilities

The Statistical Assistant will play a key role in supporting data governance and analytics initiatives within the Research & Innovation Division. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Analyze and validate financial call report and capitalization data across multiple functional groups.
• Maintain and monitor data warehousing workflows, ensuring data quality and preparing reports for DFS’s virtual currency transaction monitoring program.
• Assist the Data Steward in data governance activities, including data quality checks, cataloging, and metadata management.
• Coordinate with data team stakeholders to collect work items and prepare reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Research & Innovation and Technology Divisions to advance projects and initiatives.
• Conduct data analysis, document data definitions, and prepare business requirements.
• Compile and compute data for statistical studies; perform model calculations and create charts/graphs for internal use.
• Work with complex datasets to identify issues, recommend solutions, and apply analytical/statistical approaches.
• Automate manual processes and reporting using technical expertise.
• Partner with business users and analysts to develop analytical strategies for project implementation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong proficiency in data analysis and data visualization.
• Advanced Excel skills (including formulas, macros).
• Expertise in relational database management systems, SQL, Python, and SnowSQL.
• Experience with GitHub for version control and project management.
• Familiarity with data quality and cataloging platforms (e.g., Informatica, Collibra, Alation).
• Knowledge of modern cloud technologies (e.g., Salesforce, Snowflake).
• Ability to develop metrics, reports, and presentations.
• Skilled at translating complex business requirements into technical specifications.
• Highly motivated, able to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Strong multitasking ability while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
• Adaptable and communicative; thrives in dynamic environments and effectively engages technical stakeholders.

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