Data Analyst

Salary Range

5,477.00 - 8,216.00

Job Summary

At the Vancouver Fire Department, every employee plays a vital role in supporting our mission to preserve life, protect property, and ensure a safe, prepared community. Whether serving on the front lines or behind the scenes, we work together to provide exceptional public safety services through collaboration, innovation, and community partnership. Guided by our values of Service, Engagement, Respect, Integrity, Excellence, and Safety, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive. If you are looking for meaningful work that directly supports the safety and success of our community, we invite you to join our team.

Funded by Clark County Fire District #5, this three-year limited-duration position supports implementation of the Vancouver Fire Department's Strategic Plan. The successful candidate will contribute to key initiatives that enhance public safety services, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and improve service delivery throughout our community. Continuation beyond the three-year funding period is not guaranteed and is contingent upon available funding.

We’re currently recruiting for a Data Analyst. The primary responsibilities for the job are to assist in identifying business intelligence, reporting, and data analysis needs, and collaborate with internal clients to turn data into useful information for decision making through the use of visual dashboards and reports in support of the VFD Strategic Plan.

This is a full-time, limited term, exempt position. The schedule for this position is M-F, 8am to 5pm. This position is governed under Civil Service Rules.

• Non-Union Pay Strategy
• At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to paying our employees fairly, equitably, and competitively. City salaries are structured so that the midpoint of the salary range approximates the amount typically paid for the job in this geographic area. Candidates with experience supporting their ability to come in and hit the ground running may receive a starting salary around the midpoint of the listed salary range. Actual salary at offer is influenced by a host of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, licensure, certifications, and internal equity. The higher end of the listed pay range indicates the salary growth potential of the position.

First review of applications on 11/23/2026.

Job Details

Essential Functions:

• •Support the implementation and oversight of performance measurement and performance management activities directly connected to the VFD Strategic Plan, ensuring organizational goals are monitored consistently and transparently.
• •Establish and maintain performance benchmarks and assessment methods aligned to strategic goals, ensuring reliable tracking of progress and the integrity of data used for evaluating departmental outcomes.
• •Develop analytic products that identify performance trends, highlight areas of strength or concern, and provide leadership with insights necessary to evaluate and refine strategic initiatives.
• •Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience and Education

Experience:

Two (2) years' experience using spreadsheets and databases, statistical analysis, reports, data visualizations

Education:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a business-related or computer science field

*Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge

• •Descriptive statistics, data summarization, and analysis techniques
• •Research methodology, reporting techniques and report preparation principles
• •Familiarity with spreadsheets, databases, and common data tools (such as Excel, SQL, or basic BI platforms)

• •Pertinent federal, state and local laws that pertain to: codes and regulations
• •Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment

Use of personal computers and basic software

Abilities

• •Analyze data and implement logical solutions to technical problems
• •Gather, organize, analyze and present complex data sets and statistics
• •Develop operational reports and recommendations
• •Work effectively with others to achieve personal, team, department, and citywide goals
• •Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

• •Operate a personal computer and appropriate software
• •Work in a manner consistent with the City of Vancouver’s Operating Principles
• •Work and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employees
• •Provide a high level of customer service at all times
• •Project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work
• •Develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others
• •Consistently provide quality service

• •Maintain regular and dependable attendance
• •Demonstrate a commitment to valuing differences among people and to being inclusive.
• •Show the utmost respect for others and act as a team player
• •Promote safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work by focusing on safe practices and complying with safety and health policies and procedures
• •Recognize unsafe conditions which may be hazardous to an employee or to the public.
• •Works in safe and responsible manner; not putting self or others at risk. Complies with applicable policies and procedures including but not limited to using personal protective equipment, observing warning signs, learning about potential hazards, and reporting all unsafe conditions.

This position is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment reference check and criminal background check

Selection Process:

Application Review: Candidates will be evaluated based on the content of their application and those deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Assessment (Pass/Fail): This recruitment MAY require online assessments which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.

Oral Interview (Pass/Fail based on 70%): Questions will be job related and may include but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Minimum passing score of 70% is required. The oral board will consist of a three-to-five-member interview panel who will ask the same position-related, pre-established written questions of all candidates. The panelists' evaluations will be combined resulting in candidate interview scores. Those passing with 70% or higher will be placed on an eligibility list.

Final Interview: As positions become available up to the top three candidates from the eligibility list will be invited to participate in a final selection interview.

This position is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment reference check and background check.

he City of Vancouver is committed to advancing equity and creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We recognize that progress depends on more than just a verbal commitment; it depends on making meaningful organizational change. We developed and continue to develop strategies to enhance employee-centered programs, eliminate recruitment and advancement barriers, elevate employee understanding of DEI and cultural competency and build an inclusive and welcoming place to call work. We hope you’ll consider joining us on the journey!

Safety: The City of Vancouver believes every employee plays a role in maintaining a safe workplace. The City of Vancouver promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice and accomplishes work by creating safe work environments, complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence.

Diversity and Inclusion: At the City of Vancouver, we value and foster a workplace comprised of people with a range of different backgrounds, experiences and cultures. We recognize that