What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Analyst position at State of Utah?
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a dynamic, analytical problem-solver to join our team as a Data Analyst. In this role, you will transform multi-source transportation and operational data into actionable, data-driven intelligence within a cloud environment—helping to keep Utah moving!
As a key member of our team, you will champion data literacy by developing interactive dashboards, performing deep-dive analyses, and designing automated workflows. The ideal candidate will leverage strong technical expertise and communication skills to provide strategic insights for our stakeholders and help shape the future of Utah's transportation network.
Position Details
Location –
4501 S 2700 W, Po Box 141200
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84114-8455
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $33.13 - $52.75 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid
Recruiter – Porter Cook | pccook@utah.gov | 8019654164
Application Deadline – 6/26/2026
Principle Duties
A Mission That Matters – At UDOT, our mission is to “Enhance quality of life through transportation." We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.
Our Culture and Values – We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
As a key member of our team, you will champion data literacy by developing interactive dashboards, performing deep-dive analyses, and designing automated workflows. The ideal candidate will leverage strong technical expertise and communication skills to provide strategic insights for our stakeholders and help shape the future of Utah's transportation network.
Position Details
Location –
4501 S 2700 W, Po Box 141200
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84114-8455
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $33.13 - $52.75 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid
Recruiter – Porter Cook | pccook@utah.gov | 8019654164
Application Deadline – 6/26/2026
Principle Duties
- Business Intelligence & Visualization: Develop high-impact dashboards and automated reports for performance monitoring.
- Collaboration & Communication: Translate technical findings for non-technical stakeholders and bridge the gap between IT teams and business units.
- Statistical Analysis & Problem Framing: Partner with operational divisions to translate challenges into analytical projects, using statistical validation to quantify trends and outcomes.
- Data Governance & Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to enterprise governance, data quality, and privacy standards (PII) through documentation and lineage mapping.
- Data Extraction & Pipeline Integration: Collaborate on building and cleaning datasets, managing SQL scripts, and maintaining automated data ingestion workflows.
- Prototyping & Innovation: Develop "proof-of-concept" models to evaluate emerging data streams.
- Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or business field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Math, Business Administration) and 2 years of experience as a Data or BI Analyst—or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Advanced SQL proficiency and hands-on experience with statistical languages (Python/R) and BI platforms (Looker, Power BI, or Tableau).
- Demonstrated ability to produce clear technical documentation and deliver compelling data narratives to diverse audiences.
- Direct experience working with a Business Intelligence platform such as PowerBI, Google Looker, Tableau, or Cognos.
- Direct experience working within a modern cloud infrastructure environment, specifically Google Cloud Platform (GCP) including tools like Google BigQuery.
- Familiarity with Agile or Scrum project management methodologies and tracking platforms like Jira.
- Working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) concepts, linear referencing systems, or geospatial data mapping tools.
- Previous experience working within a government agency, public utility, or the transportation sector.
A Mission That Matters – At UDOT, our mission is to “Enhance quality of life through transportation." We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.
Our Culture and Values – We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
Salary : $33 - $53