Virginia Department of Veterans Services is hiring: Data Analyst in Richmond

Overview

A Data Analyst role for the Department of Veterans Services (DVS) in Virginia. The position supports strategic decision-making across veteran services, policy development, and outreach initiatives by transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. The role blends statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization to uncover trends, assess program impact, and inform equitable resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Lead data analysis projects that support Research and Program Evaluation and provide support to the V3 Transition Program (V3TP) and Transition & Employment (T&E) and Education directorates.
• Apply Python skills and techniques related to Natural Language Processing (NLP) including Latent Semantic Analysis/Indexing (LSA/LSI), Named-entity recognition (NER), and Complex Event Processing (CEP).
• Analyze performance data to compile metrics for senior leadership on a recurring basis.
• Lead internal stakeholder interviews, collect veteran engagement data, and develop data visualizations to inform data-driven project solutions and senior-level government decisions.
• Conduct competitive analysis and market research to aid in project development.
• Support and analyze the agency’s data collection and reporting processes.
• Apply knowledge of various supervised and unsupervised machine learning techniques, with emphasis on data clustering.
• Receive, analyze, and update CRM eDD214 data for outreach to TSMs who live in Virginia.
• Perform deeper dives of Manage the electronic dd214 data initiative by collecting and distributing to service line managers; analyze by gender, age category, and region to support transitioning service members (TSMs) by region.

Qualifications

• Experience with data projects supporting analysis important for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Strong Python skills and interest in NLP techniques (LSA/LSI), NER, and CEP.
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint; MySQL, RStudio, Time Series Analysis, Lean 6 Sigma, Statistical Regression; Data Visualization with Tableau; and Python.
• Experience analyzing performance data to compile metrics for senior leadership on a recurring basis.
• Ability to lead internal stakeholder interviews, collect veteran engagement data, and develop data visualizations to inform data-driven project solutions and senior-level government decisions.
• Experience conducting competitive analysis and market research to aid in project development.
• Experience supporting and analyzing agency data collection and reporting processes.
• Knowledge of supervised and unsupervised machine learning techniques, especially data clustering.
• Experience receiving, analyzing, and updating CRM eDD214 data for outreach to Virginia-based TSMs, and performing deeper dives into the eDD214 initiative by region.

Additional Considerations

• Passion for public service, equity, and systemic improvement.
• Experience working with veteran-related data or social impact initiatives.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced, mission-oriented environments.
• Commitment to inclusive design and technology equity principles.
• Energetic self-starter with a strong desire to solve complex data problems and serve veterans.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Applicants should refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of the application. VDVS accepts online submissions only; faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be considered. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history and qualifications.

The decision to interview an applicant is based on information from electronic applications and/or resumes. RMS provides confirmation of receipt upon submission. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS account to check status.

It is the policy of VDVS to provide equal opportunity for all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, gender identity or expression, disability, veterans’ status, or political affiliation, or against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Commonwealth agencies provide reasonable accommodations; inquiries should be directed to the human resources contact. Accommodations are reviewed case-by-case.

Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) must attach these forms when submitting state applications/resumes.

Contact Information

Name: DVS HR Team

Phone: N/A

Email: recruitment@dvs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s inclusion efforts, individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Applicants may need to provide an AHP Letter (formerly COD) as applicable. Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to submit disability documentation to DARS/DBVI for AHP eligibility.