Data Analytics Lead VA-USA-86 Veterans Affairs Department N/A Post, Section N/A, United States
Data Analytics Lead
VA-USA-86
Veterans Affairs Department
N/A Post, Section N/A, United States
Description
Data Analytics Lead will work with a team of adult volunteers behind the scenes to ensure our student ambassadors have the highest quality and federal standard leadership development experience. Here you will help create a positive environment for young students to grow and thrive while working on a national platform with others from across the nation; using data from Human Resources and the students’ in-processing and out-processing interviews to develop attrition and legacy data. You will work with the Program Manager and develop metrics from the curriculum schedule, attendance and Standard Operating Procedure requirements to gain insight and document the progress of the SLC program. VAVS SLC is seeking a creative innovator possessing a spirit of wonder and curiosity, enjoys bringing meaning to ambiguity, and fostering program transformation. Individuals serving in this role should be open and comfortable with communication, weekly status updates, and independent time management. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Student Leadership Council (SLC) is an inaugural national program that focuses on developing student volunteers into strong servant leaders. We need the broad and diverse talents of VSFS participants to join our team. Your participation in SLC as a VSFS volunteer/intern is a win-win for what you will gain from the talented pool of students who are already affiliated with the VA medical centers around the USA. Veterans Affairs has a rich history of dedicating lifelong support to military veterans and this initiative is yet another step in the right direction with the focus on student volunteers.
Required Skills
• Analytical writing
• Data analysis
• Data visualization
• Research
• Survey / polling design
Additional Info
Prefer Statistical Background; Familiarity with Excel, Statistical Software Programs, etc.; Experience Metrics and Information Analysis
The Student Leadership Council is a national youth leadership program. Our program focuses on creating young, servant leaders who serve our country’s Veterans. Our program is comprised of students, mentors, and interns/volunteer staff. Each of these entities plays a vital role in the operation of the SLC. Listed below is a more in-depth description of the entities that form the SLC.
Students: Each year we choose nationally the best students from around the country that are wise beyond their years to join our program based on their commitment to service and Veterans. Their outstanding academics, a nomination made by the VA facility they volunteer for, and other additional criteria are also determining factors in our selection process. Throughout the program, our student ambassadors complete assignments, individual projects, group projects, presentations, they attend meetings with guest speakers affiliated with Veterans, host meetings, events, and so much more. Some of the projects the student ambassadors have completed in the past include a suicide awareness forum, a Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home event, and many hunger & homeless initiatives. While progressing through the program, our student ambassadors serve our past and current heroes, all while growing into our future leaders.
Mentors: Mentors are selected through a screening process conducted by the SLC Human Resources team. Mentors work directly with the students to ensure their success and offer guidance. They meet with students on a regular basis throughout the program to address questions/concerns, offer guidance, and ensure the success of their mentees. Mentor responsibilities include
Interns/Volunteer Staff: The Student Leadership Council is a Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service (VAVS) program, the largest volunteer program in the Federal government. It is also a Virtual Student Federal Service (VSFS), meaning that it is 100% virtual. The SLC mainly utilizes google classroom and google workspace. In addition, several other communication platforms are utilized such as Microsoft teams, google meet, zoom, and more. Interns that volunteer with the SLC have the opportunity to gain real life experience working for a federal government organization, as well as real-life skills. The SLC consists of several different departments. These departments include Chief of Staff, Human Resources, Marketing, Communication, IT Security, Data Analytics, Curriculum, Finance, and more. Interns for each department are interviewed, selected, and onboarded by the SLC’s Human Resources team. This is an unpaid internship meaning work is 100% voluntary. Interns are expected to volunteer 10 hours a week, working behind the scenes of the SLC to ensure the program runs smoothly for the mentors and students. Interns are expected to attend weekly meetings, work on tasks with minimal supervision, communicate and collaborate with other interns in their departments, and more. Every intern must report to their department lead and the head director of the program on a regular basis. Human Resources, along with leadership of each department, will monitor each intern and hold periodic evaluations to ensure their success.