Requisition ID R15552 & R15553 · Begins 7/8/2025

Google Sheets Specialist (Relational Data & Automation)
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We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Google Sheets Specialist to join our team full-time. The ideal candidate is an expert in Google Sheets, with deep experience using it to manage, analyze, and connect complex datasets — effectively using it as a relational database. This role will support data-driven decision-making across departments, build smart data systems, and automate workflows for operational efficiency.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Data Architecture & Management
    • Design and maintain interconnected Google Sheets systems that mimic relational database structures.
    • Normalize and organize datasets across multiple sheets and tabs for consistency and scalability.
    • Create dynamic dashboards, lookup tables, and structured data flows.
  • Advanced Sheets Development
    • Develop formulas, array formulas, queries, and nested functions to manipulate and analyze data.
    • Use Apps Script to automate data processing, integrations, and scheduled tasks.
    • Build tools or templates that can be reused across the organization.
  • Process Improvement & Support
    • Collaborate with teams to understand their data needs and translate them into reliable, user-friendly tools.
    • Troubleshoot spreadsheet performance issues and offer scalable solutions.
    • Train or support colleagues in best practices for managing and using complex Sheets systems.
  • Integrations & Automation
    • Integrate Google Sheets with other Google Workspace tools (Forms, Docs, Drive, etc.).
    • Use APIs or third-party tools (e.g., Zapier, Make, BigQuery) to connect Sheets to external data sources or systems.

Qualifications

Required:

  • 3+ years of professional experience using Google Sheets at an advanced level.
  • Expertise with QUERY, IMPORTRANGE, ARRAYFORMULA, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, FILTER, REGEX, and other complex formulas.
  • Demonstrated ability to use Google Sheets to simulate relational database behavior.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Google Apps Script or JavaScript.
  • Excellent attention to detail and documentation practices.

Preferred:

  • Experience integrating Sheets with CRM, ERP, or project management tools.
  • Background in data analytics, information systems, operations, or related fields.
  • Familiarity with SQL concepts and data modeling.

Job Application

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About SIL

Dallas, TX - Founded in 1934

SIL is a global, faith-based nonprofit that works with local communities around the world to develop language solutions that expand possibilities for a better life.

Our faith inspires and informs our commitment to expand possibilities for people to thrive. We believe all people are created by God and given language as a means for flourishing. Through language, we understand who we are, experience relationships and explore life’s most important questions.