Christopher Schmit
About Christopher Schmit
Christopher Schmit is a Data Analyst at Arity, where he has worked since 2018, specializing in Data Quality. He has a diverse background in various roles within educational and technical organizations, holding degrees in International Relations and Library and Information Science.
Work at Arity
Christopher Schmit has been employed at Arity as a Data Analyst since 2018. In this role, he serves as a subject matter expert on Data Quality, contributing to the enhancement of data processes and systems. He leads the Data Quality Weekly Discussion, where he addresses issues and highlights available tools to improve data management. Additionally, he has implemented improvements in the descriptions and criteria of Grafana alerts routed to his team and set up PagerDuty services to manage alerts based on urgency.
Previous Employment History
Prior to his current position at Arity, Christopher Schmit held various roles in different organizations. He worked as a Systems and Metadata Librarian at National Louis University from 2015 to 2018. His earlier experience includes positions such as Online Reference Librarian at Career Education Corporation from 2012 to 2013, and Assistant at Milwaukee Montessori School from 2010 to 2011. He also served in several administrative roles, including Executive Assistant at Safe & Sound and Administrative Coordinator at American Family Insurance.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Schmit holds a Bachelor of Arts in German and International Relations from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Library & Information Science from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a Master of Arts in International Relations & Diplomacy from Schiller International University. Additionally, he completed an Academic Year Abroad at The University of Freiburg, focusing on International Relations and German Studies.
Skills and Contributions
In his role as a Data Analyst, Christopher Schmit has made significant contributions to data quality and management. He has improved the descriptions and criteria of Grafana alerts, enhancing the efficiency of alert management within his team. His expertise in data quality is recognized through his leadership in discussions that address data-related issues and the tools available for resolution. His background in library and information science complements his analytical skills, allowing him to approach data challenges effectively.