Data Specialist (Field Based) at ERM in San Jose, CA

Summary: ERM is a leading global sustainability consultancy seeking a Data Specialist in the San Francisco Bay Area to support data management and analytics activities. The role involves developing and maintaining enterprise data models, supporting ETL workflows, and preparing datasets for reporting and dashboards while collaborating with senior staff in a multidisciplinary team environment. Responsibilities: - Assist in the development and maintenance of enterprise data models, ensuring accuracy and consistency under the guidance of senior team members - Support the creation and maintenance of ETL/ELT workflows, including data extraction, transformation, and loading from multiple sources - Prepare datasets for reporting and dashboards and help troubleshoot data quality issues - Write basic to intermediate SQL queries and help document data structures, workflows, and processes - Translate business requirements into clearly defined data tasks and collaborate with team members to implement data solutions - Conduct data validation, QA/QC checks, and assist in process improvement activities - Support dashboard development in Power BI or Tableau, including data preparation and basic DAX or Power Query transformations Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in data science, computer science, information systems, or a related field - 1–3 years of relevant professional experience or internships - Practical experience writing SQL queries and working with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL) - Foundational knowledge of ETL/ELT concepts and experience supporting or maintaining simple data pipelines - Basic proficiency in Python or R for data manipulation; familiarity with version control is a plus - Experience preparing datasets for dashboards using Power BI or Tableau - Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Snowflake - Ability to perform data validation, follow QA/QC procedures, and maintain documentation - Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team - Demonstrated ability to learn new tools and technologies quickly and contribute to project deliverables in a timely manner Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with environmental data or environmental information systems - Familiarity with Power Automate or Power Apps - Understanding of basic data modeling concepts and semantic layer design - Exposure to DevOps, CI/CD practices, or Git branching workflows - Experience supporting senior technical staff or contributing to solution design discussions Required Skills: SQL, ETL/ELT, Power BI Important Skills: Python, Cloud platforms Nice-to-Have Skills: Data validation, Communication skills, Team collaboration Benefits: Paid time off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life & disability insurance