SEIU Local 1021 was founded in 2007 when ten local unions came together in Northern California to form one larger, more powerful union. Together our members are building a true 21st century union fighting to empower our members and improve our society. We are 60,000 strong - organizing and representing public service workers in cities, counties, courts, schools, private non-profits, special districts, public health care, nursing, and higher education. We are looking for energetic, hard-working staff who are committed to real change, who believe in the value of work and the value of public services, and who want to be part of the team that wins for workers, their families, and their communities.

LOCATION: Oakland, CA

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

The Data Analyst/Database Specialist supports the data and reporting needs of a large membership organization, using technologies like UnionWare, Excel, Microsoft Power BI, and SharePoint. The role is critical for tracking and analyzing membership data to support union campaigns.

Key Responsibilities:

 Develop and analyze reports and dashboards using Excel and Power BI.

 Ensure data integrity through knowledge of relational databases, normalization, and performance tuning.

 Train staff on software tools (UnionWare, Microsoft Office) with tailored delivery approaches.

 Provide basic IT support (desktop troubleshooting, remote assistance, software installation) when needed.

 Collaborate with departments, translating user needs into technical solutions (reports, spreadsheets, dashboards).

 Document and improve information workflows across the organization.

Skills & Qualities:

 Strong analytical and technical skills in data systems and reporting tools.

 Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.

 Excellent communication skills across varying levels of technical expertise.

 Detail-oriented, discreet with sensitive data, and strategically minded.

Reporting Structure: Reports to the I.T. Director and work closely with the Membership Department.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 High level expert working knowledge and skills in Microsoft Excel

 Good working knowledge and experience with Data Analysis Expressions (DAX) framework specifically in the context of Power BI

 Experience with modern integration API standards such as RESTful, web hooks, JSON parsing and understanding of HTTP requests and mechanics

 Microsoft Power BI Desktop, PBI embed, Azure PBI service and the entire ecosystem required to launch a fully functional end-to-end reporting solution based on Power BI

 Azure Analysis Services as data warehousing hosting platform

 Ability to work effectively with minimum supervision

 Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks

 Superior understanding of data structures and elements; queries and mechanics of a typical database

 Excellent data analysis skills

 Ability to train and support end users with all aspects of data retrieval, formatting and basic data manipulation in Excel or Word

 Ability to engage and experience in DB architecture level design projects for creating data scalable infrastructure to satisfy business needs

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

 Prior work experience with labor organizations

 Experience with Microsoft Power BI and all of the components associated with its ecosystem in a hybrid cloud and on-prem environment

 Experience with Union Ware and/or union membership database systems.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

 Willingness to work irregular and long hours, including weekends and holidays, to attend required evening and weekend events/meetings.

 Extensive travel may be required, primarily within Northern California.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:

 Must possess a valid California driver's license; pass a DMV check, and have a good driving record

 Have auto insurance that covers business driving (minimum of $100,000 per person/$300,000 per incident bodily injury liability/$50,000 property coverage); and must possess an automobile for business use.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: The current salary range is $76,054.18 - $124,917.00 and is based on qualifications and experience. SEIU Local 1021 offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Including fully employer-paid family health coverage (including domestic partners), life insurance, a defined-benefit pension plan, 401(k) plan, and generous paid leave time. This position is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA).

TO APPLY: www.seiu1021.org/jobs. Please include a cover letter, resume, and three references.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

SEIU Local 1021 is an affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability.

Local 1021 works to ensure fair treatment of applicants and employees and actively enforces policies against discrimination and sexual harassment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $76,054.18 - $124,917.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid holidays
Paid time off

Application Question(s):

Did you include a cover letter, resume, and three references? If not, please upload all three to be considered for the position.

Experience:

Data Analysis : 1 year (Preferred)
Microsoft Powel BI: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Oakland, CA 94612 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Oakland, CA 94612: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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