Data Analyst (GWV NewForce Insights - ALT-EXP Project)

The Data Analyst will support the collection, cleaning, analysis, and visualization of data for the ALT-EXP project, focusing on tourism, recreation, and rural economic development in West Virginia communities. This is an 8-week, project-based role exclusively for NewForce Cohort 12 graduates participating in the stipend program.

Location: Remote

Responsibilities

• Aggregate and clean datasets from multiple sources (interviews, surveys, public datasets, tourism metrics)
• Develop dashboards and visualizations using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Looker Studio
• Translate qualitative interview data into structured insights and themes
• Support development of regional economic profiles, tourism and recreation impact summaries, data visuals for reports, media, and presentations
• Collaborate with media and storytelling teams to align data insights with narrative outputs
• Assist in compiling the final Economic Insights Report
• Organize and document datasets for future partner use

Requirements

• Completion of NewForce training (Cohort 12)
• Proficiency in at least one data visualization tool (Power BI, Tableau, or Looker Studio)
• Strong data cleaning and analysis skills (Excel, SQL, or Python preferred)
• Ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative data
• Clear communication and data storytelling ability