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Allison P. Hart

Data Analyst
East Windsor,NJ

Summary

Results-oriented leader in statistical data analysis with 10+ years of experience in enhancing statistical operations and data processing to optimize application, modification, and documentation processes. Prepare, modify, and validate critical components of statistical procedures and reports for internal or external clients. Proactively drive shorter cycle time and reduced costs, greater customer satisfaction, and quality maintenance. Seasoned collaborator experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Principal Statistical Data Analyst

02.2018 - Current
  • Repeatedly recognized for top performance through fast-track promotions, rising through the ranks from Statistical Data Analyst to Senior Statistical Data Analyst to Lead Statistical Data Analyst to Principal Statistical Data Analyst
  • Coordinate, plan, conduct, and manage the statistical operations for complex testing programs and projects
  • As the Lead Data Analyst coordinator, act as a key contributor toward critical decisions regarding processes and procedures, documentation, resource delegation, and work schedules as well as be responsible for all work products produced by the data analysts
  • Provide input on changes to scope or timelines to support accurate cost and resource estimates
  • Propelled success as the Lead Data Analyst for the GACE program resulting in process optimization
  • Delegated and coordinated the workflow of statistical operations through appropriate analysis functions, ensuring 100% accuracy within the expected work schedule
  • Prepared, updated, and assessed critical information for score reporting, tables, and figures to increase accuracy and validity of statistical procedures, documentation, and reports
  • Exercise sound judgment and knowledge of standard operating procedures when performing quality control of complex statistical operations
  • Identify and help resolve data-related problems and evaluate reasonableness based on specialized program and technical knowledge
  • Perform statistical analysis and data processing tasks that require an understanding of statistics and measurement (e.g., multiple regression, reliability, validity) by utilizing a variety of software such as ETS proprietary software, Excel, SAS, or Python
  • Design and implement processes with an emphasis on automation through software programs such as SAS and SQL to ensure deliverables are consistently created accurately and efficiently
  • Proactively worked toward shorter cycle time and reduced costs without sacrificing accuracy and quality by advising higher-level staff to increase efficiency
  • Provided oversight and direction for all statistical work to introduce AI scoring to the Praxis and GACE program, performing operational setup, end-to-end testing, and operational trial setup and analyses
  • Developed and maintained MS Power BI visualizations for fixed and continuous testing monitoring as well as at-home testing monitoring
  • Assist with recruitment efforts and area-wide staff training and development initiatives through one-on-one mentoring and small group training exercises.

Educational Testing Service
Princeton, NJ
07.2011 - Current
  • Researched and resolved issues regarding integrity of data flow into databases.
  • Identified and documented detailed business rules and use cases based on requirements analysis.
  • Documented project constraints business impacts and risks, noting potential impact to organization.
  • Designed and implemented tools to support strategic value chain optimization initiatives.
  • Upheld security and confidentiality of documents and data within area of responsibility.
  • Developed required policies and procedures that reflected actual goals, tasks and workflows, while meeting all regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
  • Documented effective and replicable methods for extracting data and organizing data sources.
  • Participated in requirements meetings to understand business needs.
  • Used statistical methods to analyze data and generate useful business reports.
  • Identified, analyzed and interpreted trends or patterns in complex data sets.
  • Worked with business intelligence software and various reports to glean insights into trends and prospects.
  • Collaborated with business-unit leaders to identify and prioritize problems.
  • Developed tables, views and materialized views using SQL.

Absence Specialist

ACS, a Xerox Company
01.2011 - 07.2011
  • Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
  • Completed human resource operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees.

Teacher’s Assistant

New Road School of Parlin
06.2002 - 08.2009
  • Collaborated with students with multiple degrees of special needs to accomplish various tasks.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Kean University
Union, NJ
09.2008 - 01.2011

Psychology

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ
09.2004 - 05.2006

Skills

Process Optimization, IT Support, Multi-Platform Communications, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Training & Development, Professional Speaking, Motivational Team Leadership, Public Speakingundefined

Timeline

Principal Statistical Data Analyst

02.2018 - Current

Educational Testing Service
07.2011 - Current

Absence Specialist

ACS, a Xerox Company
01.2011 - 07.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Kean University
09.2008 - 01.2011

Psychology

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
09.2004 - 05.2006

Teacher’s Assistant

New Road School of Parlin
06.2002 - 08.2009
Allison P. HartData Analyst