Business Intelligence Analyst Lead

Serves as a partner to the Geisinger Health Plan (GHP) Pharmacy, using analytic expertise—including knowledge of data structures, programming, and statistics—along with critical thinking and business acumen to help the organization make data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Independently consults with stakeholders to gather project requirements and define scope on projects of all sizes, including system-wide, highly visible, and strategically important initiatives.
• Collaborates with stakeholders in the design and development of analytic studies and reporting solutions to support business needs.
• Plans project tasks and provides time and effort estimates based on requirements gathering; manages multiple projects independently.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of relevant source systems and proficiency with related databases/data marts within the first year in the role; stays current with industry trends and business intelligence software systems used at Geisinger.
• Leads the development of analysis approaches and reporting based on business questions, requirements, and initial findings.
• Develops, validates, and executes complex queries to complete sophisticated data analysis, resulting in reports that address challenging business questions; interprets results and makes recommendations.
• Leads efforts when multiple analysts are involved.
• Clearly presents analysis and reports to internal customers and stakeholders; mentors junior analysts on creating engaging presentations and presenting to diverse audiences.
• Routinely uses statistical methods during analyses and considers best practices for data visualization, including limitations.
• Reports and helps troubleshoot data quality issues during data profiling, testing, or validation.
• Collaborates and shares knowledge with team members; actively mentors junior analysts and participates in training development.
• Participates in and advises on strategic departmental initiatives; may lead or participate in industry advisory and/or user groups.
• Exhibits strong attention to detail and precision in describing data analysis results.
• Proactively shares relevant information, offers suggestions, provides resources, volunteers for assignments, and removes barriers to team success.
• Follows all departmental policies and procedures, including request intake/fulfillment, change management, and data governance practices.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) (Required).
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience (combination of related work experience and degree obtained: Associate’s Degree = 2 years; Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years, Master's Degree = 6 years).

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and coverage for domestic partners.
• Collaborative and collegial work atmosphere from senior management down.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace that values unique experiences and backgrounds.