Data Analytics Specialist -Fleet bei City of Detroit, MI

About the Department

The Fleet Analyst reports administratively to the Management Services Section in the Support Services Bureau of the Detroit Police Department. 

Position Duties

• Oversee and track the purchasing, leasing, and renting of vehicles to meet departmental needs.
• Conduct comprehensive analyses and produce clear, data-driven reports on fleet metrics, including acquisition progress, vehicle composition, costs, and overall performance.
• Perform in-depth research and analytical work in cost management, vehicle replacement scheduling, performance benchmarking, staffing requirements, and strategic planning.
• Plan, coordinate, and administer the department’s vehicle and specialized equipment replacement program; analyze fleet utilization and recommend replacements or reallocations based on operational needs.
• Assess departmental vehicle requirements and allocate vehicles to divisions accordingly to ensure optimal resource distribution.
• Track and document all departmental motor vehicle accidents, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Track and quantifies other department assets which includes, mountain bikes, gas cards, defibrillators, road flares etc.
• Prepare proposals and manage vehicle repair and maintenance contracts to maintain service quality and compliance.
• Conduct audits and inspections to verify that all vehicles are properly maintained, repaired, and utilized in accordance with department standards.
• Coordinate and oversee the purchase, deployment, and preventive maintenance of all department vehicles to maximize efficiency and lifespan.

Minimum Qualifications

-Two to three years of experience in data analytics

· Municipal or Commercial fleet experience

Other Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Knowledge of databases and experience with Microsoft, Excel, and large datasets.

· Proficient in processing, inspecting, transforming and modeling data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions, and supporting decision making.

· Skill in producing clean, articulate reports.

· Knowledge and understanding automotive supply chain and related logistics.

· Strong analytical skills, with an eye for clear messaging.

· Working with different Department units to understand how their operations affect their vehicle needs.

· Communicating with vendors and managing contracts.

· Strong organizational skills.

· Preparing and maintaining accurate and concise records and files.

· Performing a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.

· Experience with

o Microsoft Suite: generating and manipulating Excel documents.

o Smartsheet: managing an environment of interconnected, dynamic trackers.

o Reporting: Summarizing analysis and distilling communications into clear narratives.

· Knowledge of LEAN, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.

· Preferable knowledge of basic functions of law enforcement agencies, governmental agencies, and non-governmental organizations.

· Knowledge of databases, entry into databases, and tracking and presenting data.

· Skill in utilizing business and policy acumen to analyze and solve complex problems.

· Skill in qualitative and quantitative data analysis and communication.

· Skill in communicating verbally and in writing.

· Skill in developing program/project vision, action plans, schedules and key metrics.

· Skill in facilitating meetings, communication, and the completion of key project deliverables.

· Skill in launching and leading cross-functional teams.

· Ability to conduct and apply research to improve a large agency.

· Ability to work in a self-directed, entrepreneurial manner.

· Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

· Ability to build relationships within and across organizations and units.