Data Analyst I

Koniag Professional Services LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Data Analyst I to support KPS and our government customer in Kansas City, MO. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. Koniag Professional Services, LLC is seeking an experienced Data Analyst I to provide critical analytical support for the administration of federal grants supporting early childhood education programs nationwide. This position will support approximately 1,900 grants, delivering data-driven insights that promote evidence-based decision-making, improve grant management processes, and enhance program effectiveness. The ideal candidate will possess strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, experience with statistical analysis tools, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations for federal staff and program leadership. This position requires on-site work at Regional Office locations with telework available upon approval. Quantitative Analysis The Data Analyst I will serve as a key analytical resource supporting federal grant administration for early childhood education programs. This role combines quantitative statistical analysis with qualitative review of program documents to drive programmatic improvements and support federal decision-making. Principal responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Compile, prepare, and analyze quantitative data using Excel, Python, R, and other analytical tools Conduct basic and complex statistical analyses to identify trends, patterns, and insights across grant programs Perform longitudinal data analysis, including Program Information Report (PIR) analysis Generate crosstabs, detailed analytical tables, and comparative assessments across programs and regions Identify and resolve reporting anomalies and data quality issues Support congressional reporting and other high-priority data requests Work with data layers and reporting infrastructure to deliver analytical findings Qualitative Analysis Conduct qualitative analysis of grant applications, budgets, intake forms, correspondence, and other documents Review documentation to identify errors, missing information, or required follow-up actions Identify themes and patterns in textual data Leverage approved AI tools appropriately while adhering to federal policies Synthesize qualitative findings into actionable recommendations Reporting And Communication Develop high-quality written reports explaining data compilation and analysis results Prepare management information reports on a periodic, cyclical, or ad-hoc basis Create data-driven presentations for management meetings, conferences, and leadership briefings Design and deliver oral presentations with supporting materials Develop compelling data stories that communicate insights to diverse audiences Produce executive summaries and briefing materials for leadership Write analytical reports for congressional reporting and present insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Data Science, or a related field from an accredited college or university A minimum of 3 years of relevant post-baccalaureate professional experience directly related to data analysis U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States Ability to pass background investigations as required for access to federal facilities and systems Security Requirement Ability to obtain a public trust Required Skills And Competencies Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with demonstrated ability to conduct both quantitative and qualitative analysis Experience in reporting analytical findings to diverse audiences Proven ability to wor