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Shane Traister

@shanetraister

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Data Scientist with 10 years of experience in analytics solutions.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

I am a Data Scientist and Analytics Leader with a decade of experience transforming complex data into actionable intelligence. My expertise lies in managing cross-functional teams and designing end-to-end data pipelines, statistical models, and scalable reporting solutions across various sectors, including HR, education, and nonprofit. I am committed to automating workflows, reducing costs, and improving operational efficiency through advanced analytics and visualization tools.

In my current role as Director of Workforce Analytics at Kipps Cal Public Schools, I lead the analytics function, supporting the Chief Talent and Equity Officer by developing a comprehensive analytics strategy. I have successfully designed and deployed custom ETL pipelines and predictive models that have influenced strategic decisions and improved reporting accuracy. My key achievements include creating a bespoke data collection application ecosystem and spearheading the migration to more efficient tools, resulting in significant cost savings and enhanced data visibility.

Throughout my career, I have been trusted by leadership to build innovative solutions and influence decisions through compelling, data-driven narratives. I am passionate about continuous improvement and ethical data stewardship, ensuring that my work empowers equity-centered outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Director, Workforce Analytics

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KIPP SoCal Public Schools

Nov 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)

Led the Workforce Analytics function, developing and executing a comprehensive analytics strategy aligned with HR goals and operational efficiency. Designed and deployed custom ETL pipelines to standardize data from multiple external HR tools, enabling integrated reporting and long-term trend analyses across talent acquisition, employee engagement, and retention. Engineered predictive models to fo

Workforce Insights ETL Python Airtable SurveyMonkey Google Cloud Platform

Business Intelligence Analyst

Teach For America

Feb 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)

Developed a suite of self-service Power BI dashboards utilized by national teams for on-demand analysis and KPI monitoring. Constructed automated data pipelines using Python, SAP BusinessObjects, and Azure Data Lake, significantly enhancing reporting scalability. Produced over 60 tailored ad-hoc reports annually under tight deadlines, enabling swift decision-making across various functions.

Power BI Python Business Objects Data Lake Data Visualization KPIs Ad Hoc Reporting Agile Methodologies Version Control

Data Analyst

Teach For America

Sep 2016 - Present (8 years 10 months)

Served as a primary analytics partner for internal teams, managing a high-volume ad-hoc inbox and delivering timely insights. Created Power BI reports to consolidate disparate Excel-based tracking systems, reducing redundancies and error rates. Migrated legacy data repositories into a unified platform, successfully preserving historical data integrity and improving onboarding efficiency through do

Power BI Excel Slack Data Migration Documentation Ad Hoc Reporting Awesome Tables

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of California, Berkeley

Bachelor of Arts, Theater, Spanish Linguistic

Earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on Theater and Spanish Linguistics. Developed a strong foundation in both disciplines.

Georgia Institute of Technology

Master of Science, Business Analytics

Completed a Master of Science in Business Analytics. Coursework covered computing for analytics, statistical modeling, and business analytics, including topics like factor investing and operations management.