Research Analyst 1 (Lottery Specialist 1)

Reference #: 4657158
THE POSITION
Do you want to be an integral part of a $5 billion sales organization, working for one of the most respected brands in Pennsylvania and on behalf of a very important mission: to generate funding to benefit older Pennsylvanians?  The Pennsylvania Lottery is seeking a Research Analyst 1 to support the Research Division with routine reporting, basic sales analysis, data gathering and cleaning, and assisting on larger research projects.  Showcase your talents while providing valuable services to the Commonwealth and your fellow Pennsylvanians, apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Research Analyst 1, you will be responsible for conducting research to identify trends and make recommendations for promotions and improvements to the Lotterys product portfolio or departmental policies or procedural changes.  You will also participate in systems analysis and operational research studies to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of current programs, policies, and systems, in addition to assisting with developing recommendations based upon study findings.
This professional gathers data from extensive and varied sales reports and other sources, monitors individual game sales performance, analyzes sales and promotional activity in an effort to identify successful or underperforming Lottery products or marketing strategies, and drafts reports of findings including recommendations that would increase sales and recommendations of new game marketing techniques and strategies.  Strong organizational skills are implemented to maintain analytical reports for marketing, products, retail operations, and the executive office.

Interested in learning more?  Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time, however full-time telework employees are required to report to the office once per month.  In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.  If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Middletown.
Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email.  Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year of professional marketing, advertising, sales, or merchandising experience; and a bachelors degree in marketing, advertising, business administration, data science, economics, or a related field; or
Five years of experience in managing a retail business, servicing retail sales accounts, or marketing products to retail accounts, which includes sales, advertising, marketing communications, product research, or promotion.

Additional Requirements:
You must possess a Bachelor of Science degree in one of the following concentrations: data science, data analytics, economics, or statistics/mathematics.
You must possess experience in data analysis, data modeling, and data visualization.
You must possess experience working with Excel and Tableau.
You must possess experience working with the lottery or gaming industry.
You must possess a valid drivers license.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.  Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements.  Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.  Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.  To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.