Decision Science Analyst Senior (Remote)
Company: USAA
Location: Palm Harbor
Posted on: July 31, 2022
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Job Description:
Purpose of Job We are currently seeking a Decision Science
Analyst Senior to join our Small Business Insurance team. This
Analyst will work in a remote (WorkHome) capacity. Provide decision
support for business areas across the enterprise. Staff in this
area will be responsible for applying mathematical and statistical
techniques and/or innovative /quantitative analytical approaches to
draw conclusions and make 'insight to action' recommendations to
answer business objectives and drive change. The essence of work
performed by the Decision Science Analyst involves gathering,
manipulating and synthesizing data (e.g., attributes, transactions,
behaviors, etc.), models and other relevant information to draw
conclusions and make recommendations resulting in implementable
strategies. Job Requirements About USAA USAA knows what it means to
serve. We facilitate the financial security of millions of U.S.
military members and their families. This singular mission requires
a dedication to innovative thinking at every level. Primary
Responsibilities: Identifies and manages existing and emerging
risks that stem from business activities and the job role. Ensures
risks associated with business activities are effectively
identified, measured, monitored, and controlled. Follows written
risk and compliance policies, standards, and procedures for
business activities. Leverages advanced business, analytical and
technical knowledge to participate or lead discussions with cross
functional teams to understand and collaborate highly complex
business objectives and influence solution strategies. Applies
advanced analytical techniques to solve business problems that are
typically medium to large scale with significant impact to current
and/or future business strategy. Applies innovative and
scientific/quantitative analytical approaches to draw conclusions
and make 'insight to action' recommendations to answer the business
objective and drive the appropriate change Translates
recommendation into communication materials to effectively present
to various levels of management. Incorporates visualization
techniques to support the relevant points of the analysis and ease
the understanding for less technical audiences. Identifies and
gathers the relevant and quality data sources required to fully
answer and address the problem for the recommended strategy through
testing or exploratory data analysis (EDA). Integrates/transforms
disparate data sources and determines the appropriate data hygiene
techniques to apply. Thoroughly documents assumptions, methodology,
validation and testing to facilitate peer reviews and compliance
requirements. Understands and adopts emerging technology that can
affect the application of scientific methodologies and/or
quantitative analytical approaches to problem resolutions.
Succinctly delivers analysis/findings in a manner that conveys
understanding, influences various levels of management, garners
support for recommendations, drives business decisions, and
influences business strategy. Provides subject matter expertise in
operationalizing recommendations. Remains informed on current data
and analytics trends, (Ex: Cloud, Data Mining, Python, Neural
Networks, Sensor data, IoT, Streaming/NRT data) Identifies
opportunities to continue to learn in the data and analytics space,
whether informal (E.g., Coursera, Udemy, Kaggle, Code Up, etc) or
formal (E.g. Certifications or advanced coursework). When you apply
for this position, you will be required to answer some initial
questions. This will take approximately 5 minutes. Once you begin
the questions you will not be able to finish them at a later time
and you will not be able to change your responses. Minimum
Requirements: Bachelor's degree in quantitative analytics field
such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial
Sciences, Operations Research, Data and/or Business Analysis, Data
Science or other quantitative discipline; OR 4 years of related
experience in statistics, mathematics or quantitative analytics (in
addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be
substituted in lieu of degree. 6 years of data & analytics
experience OR a minimum of 4 years of data & analytics experience
and up to 2 years of progressive functional business relevant
experience within the respective industry of responsibility
(P&C) for a total of 6 years combined experience OR advanced
degree in quantitative analytics field such as Economics, Finance,
Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Operations Research,
Data and/or Business Analysis, Data Science or other quantitative
discipline and 4 years of experience in data/analytics or
functional business experience within the respective industry of
responsibility (P&C). Demonstrates advanced skills in
mathematical and statistical techniques and approaches used to
drive fact-based decision-making. Advanced knowledge of data
analysis tools, data visualization, developing analysis queries and
procedures in SQL, SAS, BI tools or other analysis software, and
relevant industry data & methods and ability to connect external
insights to business problems. Experience with new and emerging
data sets, and incorporation (data wrangling, data munging) into
new insights. Preferred Experience: Commercial lines insurance
experience The above description reflects the details considered
necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should
not be construed as a detailed description of all the work
requirements that may be performed in the job. Compensation: USAA
has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing
ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the
salary range based on your experience and market position. The
salary range for this position is: $97,200.00 - $175,000( this does
not include geographic differential it may be applied based on your
work location) Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based
on overall corporate and individual performance or at the
discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. Geographical
Differential: Geographic pay differential is additional pay
provided to eligible employees working in locations where market
pay levels are above the national average. Shift premium: will be
addressed on an individual-basis for applicable roles that are
consistently scheduled for non-core hours. Benefits: At USAA our
employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical,
financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include
comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension,
life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time
off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and
various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning
and continuing education assists employees with their professional
goals. Please click on the link below for more details. USAA Total
Rewards Relocation assistance is NOT available for this
position.
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