About Us
Brunswick County is a vibrant coastal community located in southeastern North Carolina with approximately 47 miles of idyllic beaches and an abundance of quaint countryside. While consistently ranked one of the fastest-growing counties in North Carolina, Brunswick County is steeped in history and hospitality, and both residents and visitors enjoy a laidback atmosphere, close-knit community, and plenty of coastal charm.
Careers
At Brunswick County we are committed to preserving our resources and enhancing the lives of our community through exceptional service. Join our team of talented staff and embark on a career where you will make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Our employees are our biggest asset, and we offer competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for advancement.
About This Opportunity
Brunswick County is currently accepting applications for a
Data Analyst to join our Emergency Management (EM) team and support Fire Services. The Data Analyst is responsible for performing data analysis to identify agency operational efficiencies and areas for performance improvement and translating complex data into actionable insights that will help drive strategic decision-making. This role collaborates with various departments and other stakeholders to identify key metrics, examine trends, and develop comprehensive reports and dashboards.
Responsibilities
The Data Analyst works under the general direction of the EM Fire Services Administrator and will work closely in collaboration with the Business Analyst Supervisor, who is based in the Information Technology department. Some key responsibilities include:
- Analyzing emergency response data, including response times, incident volumes, staffing, apparatus utilization, and geographic trends.
- Examining and manipulating large datasets to identify trends, develop charts, and create visual presentations.
- Interpreting data, analyzing results using statistical techniques, and providing ongoing reports and dashboards.
If you are a collaborative data-driven problem solver with excellent communication and people skills, we’d love to talk to you. This position is considered an essential employee position under County policy and will be required to work to maintain essential operations during inclement weather, non-emergency closure, and/or closure due to a state of emergency/county disaster.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, geographic information systems (GIS), or related field
AND two (2) years of fire services or public safety programming and applications experience;
OR any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Valid North Carolina or South Carolina drivers’ license is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with large datasets and relational databases. Ability to interpret comp-lex datasets and communicate to non-technical audiences.
- Knowledge of statistical software. Experience with ImageTrend a plus.
- Experience developing executive dashboards and predictive analytics models.
- Proficiency in database management, reporting automation and data visualization.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or an amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are for Light to Moderate Work.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Information
Brunswick County provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by the law.
Brunswick County is required by law to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired. Brunswick County participates in E-Verify to determine employment eligibility to work in the United States.
All positions with Brunswick County require a valid driver's license and candidates must be current on Brunswick County taxes. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. For positions requiring work with children, selected candidates will be required to submit fingerprints to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NCSBI) for a pre-employment criminal history record check in accordance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b).
Brunswick County employees are the county's most valuable asset. Therefore, it is the county's desire to offer a very rich and generous menu of fringe benefits. You can visit https://www.brunswickcountync.gov/benefits to see more detailed information on benefits.
Brunswick County Offers The Following Benefits
- Vacation Leave
- Sick Leave
- Petty Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Longevity Pay
- Health Insurance
- 401 (k) Plan
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Term Life Coverage
- Long Term Disability
- Short Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Vision Insurance
- Universal Life Insurance
- Critical Illness
- Tuition Assistance
