Power BI Dashboard Specialist

Position Overview: The Power BI Dashboard Specialist is a member of the Strategic Integration team and supports the agency by building clear, usable Power BI dashboards that bring together program data with organizational data such as finance and human resources. Working at the direction of the Strategic Integration Manager and from validated data prepared by the Data Analyst and partner departments, this position designs, builds, and maintains dashboards that help program leaders, executives, and funders understand program outcomes alongside the resources, staffing, and costs behind them. This position does not manage data collection or formatting. The position requires a strong eye for design and detail, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, strong communication skills, accountability for one’s own work, and the flexibility to assist others when necessary. Responsibilities : Dashboard Development Design, build, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports supporting program, agency, and funder reporting Build data models and DAX measures from validated datasets prepared by the Data Analyst Apply consistent metric definitions, visual standards, and templates across dashboards Manage dashboard publishing, refresh schedules, and access permissions to protect confidential client data Usability & Support Translate requirements set by the Strategic Integration Manager into clear, intuitive dashboard layouts Test and refine dashboards for usability and accessibility, including navigation, labels, and color contrast Create user guides and provide training to help staff use dashboards with confidence Flag data quality issues to the Data Analyst for correction at the source, and maintain dashboard documentation Integrated Organizational Reporting Build data models and dashboards that combine program data with organizational data from multiple sources (e.g., finance, HR, development) Develop integrated metrics such as cost per client served, budget-to-actual by program, and staffing relative to service volume, using definitions agreed upon with Finance, HR, and program leadership Use established reference structures (e.g., program-to-cost-center mappings, fiscal periods, department hierarchies) to align data consistently across sources Identify inconsistencies between data sources and refer them to the Strategic Integration team for resolution Apply role-based security so sensitive financial and personnel data is visible only to authorized users Skills/Experience/Abilities That Are a Must-Have: 2+ years of experience building dashboards in Power BI or a comparable BI tool (e.g., Tableau), including data modeling and DAX Portfolio or examples of dashboards designed for non-technical audiences Strong understanding of data visualization and user-centered design best practices Advanced expertise with Excel (e.g., formulas, graphing, pivot tables) Ability to handle confidential client information responsibly Strong attention to detail and love of problem-solving Skills/Abilities We’d Like You to Have : Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience working in the nonprofit and/or social service sector Familiarity with client or case-management systems; ETO preferred Experience combining data from multiple systems (e.g., case management, financial, HRIS) into a single reporting model Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or free to type, use a mouse, and manipulate small components; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear to communicate in person, over the phone, or with others in a potentially noisy environment. The employee is occasionally required to stand. Other Duties: Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Position Title : Data Visualization Specialist Organization : Jewish Family Service of San Diego Department: Strategic Integration Position Type : Full-Time (37.5+ hours/week), Non-Exempt Work Setting: Fully Onsite Reports To: Strategic Integration Manager Pay Range: $30- $33/hour Total Compensation : In addition to standard pay, compensation for this position includes: Comprehensive, low-cost healthcare coverage for employees Generous employer 401(k) contributions Employer-covered life insurance Time Away from Work: Being able to take time away from work is critical in bringing your best self to work. Time off benefits for this position include: Paid vacation time and sick leave 15 paid holidays, including Federal and Jewish holidays (as long as the holiday lands on a normal scheduled work day), and floating holidays 2 Wellness Days to be taken any time during the year to support employees’ mental wellness About Jewish Family Service of San Diego Jewish Family Service of San Diego is a client-centered, impact-driven organization working to build a stronger, more resilient community. For over 100 years, Jewish Family Service has been a trusted resource for the entire community, offering an array of services that are always life-changing, and often life-saving. At Jewish Family Service, we believe our employees are the backbone of our Agency. We strive to ensure that each employee is treated with dignity and respect. Our goal is your success. Come work at JFS and be our partner in Moving Forward Together . To learn more about JFS, please visit jfssd.org. *Jewish Family Service is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.