Data Analyst I (Onsite position)

Summary

The Data Analyst supports the technical side of internal business projects, data systems, reporting tools, and software platforms at Red River Bank. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys solving operational problems with technology, whether that means writing SQL queries, building Python scripts, working with databases, automating processes, troubleshooting data issues, or coordinating technical details with software vendors.

This position works across departments to understand business needs, improve workflows, support internal systems, and help turn data and process problems into practical solutions. The ideal candidate is curious, technically minded, and comfortable learning new systems. Experience with SQL, Python, databases, application support, and general networking concepts is highly valuable.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop, support, and improve internal data processes, reports, and technical workflows.
• Write and maintain SQL queries, data extracts, imports, transformations, and related processes.
• Use business intelligence tools, databases, and third-party software platforms to support reporting and analysis needs.
• Assist with internal technical projects, including requirements gathering, solution design, testing, implementation, and ongoing support.
• Work with software vendors on technical details such as data files, integrations, system configuration, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
• Serve as a user, administrator, or backup administrator for in-house and third-party systems.
• Analyze business processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, automation, and system usage.
• Document workflows, technical processes, data movement, and system procedures.
• Conduct data analysis and prepare reports as requested or assigned.
• Lead or support project management efforts, including project plans, milestones, tasks, testing, and implementation tracking.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Technical curiosity: Enjoys learning how systems work and finding better ways to use them.
• Problem solving: Able to break down business or technical issues and work toward practical solutions.
• Analytical ability: Able to gather requirements, identify trends, find gaps, and validate data.
• Communication: Able to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical users.
• Collaboration: Comfortable working with internal departments, leadership, IT staff, and external vendors.
• Organization: Able to manage multiple projects, requests, deadlines, and support needs.
• Initiative: Self-starter with the ability to adapt, troubleshoot, research, and follow through.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education And/or Experience

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or one to two years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in business management, management information systems, data management/analysis, application development, programming, database administration, or technical systems support.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of, or interest in learning:

• SQL and relational database concepts.
• Python or another scripting/programming language.
• Data extraction, transformation, loading, and validation.
• Business intelligence or reporting tools.
• Spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Application configuration and system administration.
• Basic networking, file transfer, and system integration concepts.
• Troubleshooting technical issues across software, data, and business processes.

Experience with every item is not required. A strong technical foundation, willingness to learn, and ability to solve problems are most important.