Job Description

Description
The Data Analyst is a full time 12 month position that reports to the Manager of Data Services and the Director of Institutional Research. As a member of the Institutional Research team, the Data Analyst position supports institutional decision-making by assisting with data management, data quality, and data literacy efforts across the College. This position will consult with functional and academic offices to identify their data and reporting needs, then coordinate the transformation, storage, and management of the data using a variety of tools and database systems with special emphasis on delivering high-quality reports and information to stakeholders to support operations and decision-making.

Essential Functions and Duties
Primary Responsibilities

Consult with functional and academic offices to identify data sources and reporting needs.
Work with subject matter experts to document metadata for data systems, elements, and reports.
Translate functional and academic data needs to technical specifications.
Assist with the design and creation of databases to store and manage information.
Assist with data cleaning, transformation, storage, and validation.
Identify data quality metrics and conduct regular data quality audits.
Assist with the creation of data extracts and dashboards to support reporting requirements.
Recommend improvements to data management policies and standards.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with other offices on campus.
Assist with the creation and maintenance of procedural documentation.
Perform other duties related to data management and institutional research as assigned.
Competencies
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Collaboration/Teamwork, Computer Software Skills, Customer Service, Data Analysis, Decision-making, Internet Research, Interpersonal Skills, Math Skills, Multi-tasking, Written Communication, Organizational Skills, Problem-solving, Project Management, Time Management, Typing/Word Processing

Preferred Skills
Cognos report writing, Ellucian Banner, presentation /public speaking, student information system/ERP

Work Environment: Work rarely required outside of normal business hours

Physical Demands: Sitting, Walking, Standing, Travel

Travel Required: Yes - Minimal
If travel is required, candidate must have and maintain a current valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
Qualifications
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Required Experience
One year of direct experience is required, or three years of related experience.

Preferred Education
Master’s Degree in a related field

Additional Job Specific Requirements

Must have experience with data extraction and analysis tools. Understand SQL either directly or through a visual builder tool.