Senior BI Analyst
The Nature Conservancy · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $125,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Design and implement data solutions.
- Develop Power BI models and dashboards.
- Lead analytics projects and teams.
- Empower business users with data.
- Advance AI in analytics.
About the role
What We Can Achieve Together
The Senior BI Analyst executes design and implementation of creative and effective data solutions to fulfill the requirements and strategic objectives of Conservancy business areas such as Finance, Human Resources, and Conservation programs. This is a highly collaborative role combining technical expertise and partnership acumen to provide guidance and recommendations in the strategic use of integrated data to illuminate insights and accelerate Conservancy impact. The Senior BI Analyst is technical lead on analytics projects of varying scope and complexity, and subject matter expert in their domains. They make recommendations that improve and strengthen end products and actively advance the Conservancy's application of AI-enhanced analytics solutions to improve efficiency, ensure scalability, and encourage a culture of data-driven decisions.
The Senior BI Analyst maintains and enhances a robust Power BI relational model of conservation program and financial data and metrics to ensure accuracy and functional integrity for measuring conservation progress against goals and financial components. The Senior BI Analyst designs and implements technical and process solutions, including activities such as investigating specific business questions, building enterprise dashboards, and delivering self-service analytics resources that empower business users.
We’re Looking For You
We’re looking for a curious, results-driven, and team-oriented technical leader who is passionate about data and meticulous about accuracy. The successful candidate is inspired by technical challenges, persistent about effective solutions, and dedicated to continuous improvement of team products and processes. They are a self-starter that thrives in an agile execution environment focused on iteration and responsiveness and are motivated to empower business partners to explore and analyze enterprise data. The successful candidate is dedicated to staying current on analytics industry advancements and new technologies and evaluating them for potential benefits to the Conservancy. This position is open remote in US.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline and 5 years’ experience in programming and systems design, or equivalent combination.
- Proficiency with SQL, Databricks (DB SQL), M, DAX or similar language and data manipulation concepts (e.g., table joins, cardinality).
- Experience building visualizations and dashboards with Microsoft Power BI, AWS Quick Sight, or similar BI tool.
- Experience leading multi-disciplinary project teams to design, document, and implement fit for purpose technical solutions, including communicating technical concepts to non-technical and leadership audiences.
- Experience soliciting business requirements and translating desired business outcomes into technical specifications for engineering partners.
- Experience with enterprise self-service paradigm, including data literacy enablement, and data governance principles.
- Experience independently prioritizing multiple competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and exceptional customer services skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience analyzing complex system-wide technical specifications and interfaces, troubleshooting and debugging data products, and producing effective user and technical documentation.
- Experience working with relational databases, data modeling, data warehousing, and data governance.
- Experience incorporating AI tools, such as machine‑learning platforms, natural‑language processing tools, or automation frameworks into analytical workflows.
Salary Information
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $85,000 – $125,000. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.
Who We Are
The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.
One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”
What We Bring
Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!
TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.
We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.
Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.
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TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
Key skills/competency
- Data Solutions Design
- Business Intelligence
- Data Analysis
- Power BI Development
- SQL Proficiency
- Data Modeling
- AI Integration
- Project Leadership
- Stakeholder Communication
- Data Governance
Skills & topics
- BI Analyst
- Business Intelligence
- Data Analysis
- Power BI
- SQL
- Databricks
- DAX
- Data Modeling
- AI
- Analytics
- Remote
- Non-profit
- Conservation
How to get hired
- Research The Nature Conservancy: Understand their mission, values, and conservation impact.
- Tailor Your Resume: Highlight SQL, Power BI, Databricks, DAX, and project leadership experience.
- Showcase Collaboration Skills: Emphasize experience communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Apply Early: TNC uses a rolling interview process and may close the posting early.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key technical skills required for the Senior BI Analyst role at The Nature Conservancy?
- The Senior BI Analyst role at The Nature Conservancy requires proficiency in SQL, Databricks (DB SQL), M, DAX, and data manipulation concepts. Experience with BI tools like Microsoft Power BI or AWS Quick Sight for building visualizations and dashboards is essential. Additionally, experience with relational databases, data modeling, and data warehousing is highly valued.
- How important is experience with AI and machine learning for this Senior BI Analyst position?
- While not strictly required, experience incorporating AI tools like machine-learning platforms, natural-language processing, or automation frameworks into analytical workflows is a desired qualification for the Senior BI Analyst position. It demonstrates an ability to advance the Conservancy's application of AI-enhanced analytics.
- What is the typical application and interview process for The Nature Conservancy?
- The Nature Conservancy utilizes a rolling interview process. This means they review applications as they are received, and the role may be unposted once a strong candidate pool is identified. It is highly recommended to apply as soon as possible to ensure timely consideration.
- Does The Nature Conservancy offer remote work for the Senior BI Analyst role?
- Yes, the Senior BI Analyst position is open to remote work within the United States. The company emphasizes a flexible work environment to support employee health and well-being.
- What is the salary range for the Senior BI Analyst position in the US?
- The starting pay range for a Senior BI Analyst in the USA is generally between $85,000 and $125,000 annually. The final salary will depend on factors such as the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience.
- What kind of degree or equivalent experience is needed for the Senior BI Analyst job?
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline along with 5 years of experience in programming and systems design is typically required. However, The Nature Conservancy also considers an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- How does The Nature Conservancy support diversity and inclusion in their hiring process?
- The Nature Conservancy is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and values diversity. They encourage applicants from all backgrounds and consider each applicant's unique experience, not just traditional job qualifications.