Research/Data Analyst

State of Missouri
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Posted: Sep 09, 2025
  • Salary: $56,016.48 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:56016
  • Full Time
  • Information Technology and Communication Services
  • Job Description

    The Department of Social Services is seeking a Research/Data Analyst with the IM Field Operations Unit. Moderate amount of travel is required .

    This position will be based in one of the office addresses listed below. All are encouraged to apply as locations may continue to become available.

    • 10325 Hwy 21 North, Hillsboro, MO
    • 101 Park Central Square, Springfield, MO
    • 9900 Page, Overland, MO (St. Louis County)
    • 601 Business Loop 70 W, Ste 272, Columbia, MO
    • 2023 St. Mary’s Blvd, Jefferson City, MO
    • 615 E 13th St, Kansas City, M O


    The responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Responsible for the development and management of both public and private dashboards and reports for FSD. Responsibilities would include data management and data source development, data cleaning and prep, and ultimately the development of visualizations and communication centered around data. These reports and dashboards would be used for both internal and external purposes to help drive data based decision making, better communication with stakeholders, and provide better transparency to the public and other FSD partners.

    • Develop and manage large data sets from a variety of sources pertaining to the management and operations of work within FSD.
    • Create reports, dashboards, or other communication to facilitate data based decision making and effective communication within the management teams at FSD, partner agencies and advocates, and the public.
    • Analyze the data using the developed reports and make recommendations or communicate trends to support field management and executive management.
    • Coordinate with other units to obtain necessary information for report development to ensure management has all necessary information to make well-informed and timely decisions.


    Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience and/or appropriate certification. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

    Preferred Experience: Experience DSS Research and Evaluation, FAMIS and MEDES system teams, Change and Innovations and other vendors, Program and Policy, DSS Operational Excellence and Communications teams.

    Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

    Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay).

    Recruitment Area: Accepting applications from all qualified applicants

    The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.

    The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

    FSD.Personnel@dss.mo.gov
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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