Data Analyst

Position Overview

At Work Force WV (WFWV), this position is in the Bureau of Labor Market Information unit. WFWV is seeking a research‑minded, detail‑oriented Data Analyst I. Under general supervision, the incumbent performs full‑performance level work in the collection, compilation, and analysis of economic, occupational, and workforce data obtained from a variety of sources such as research studies, state records, and federal surveys.

• Master the specialized data system used to track and estimate West Virginia’s economic and employment trends.
• Generate long‑term and short‑term employment projections, and employment and wage estimates for state and local workforce areas.
• Analyze labor market and economic data to produce clear data summaries.
• Author routine publications and special reports such as the West Virginia Annual Economic Review.
• Compile, update, and maintain workforce data for the Division’s website and respond to time‑sensitive data requests from the public and private sectors.
• Partner with internal team members to devise data collection methods and execute targeted surveys for unique research projects and special reports.
• Travel occasionally in and out of state, as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Graduate from an accredited four‑year college or university with coursework in methods of research and/or statistics or mathematics.
• Alternatively, qualifying full‑time or equivalent part‑time paid experience in research and data compilation may be substituted for the required training on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Exempt position, not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system.