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The University of North Dakota is currently not hiring remote employees in the following states: AR, CA, CO, HI, MA, MD, ME, OR, PA, WA, and any country outside of the United States

Institutional Research Data Analyst

495713

Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States

Univ Analytics and Planning

Remote or Hybrid

Full-time Staff

Closing on: Dec 30 2024

Salary/Position Classification

• $55,000+ annual, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: Yes
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): Yes

Purpose of Position

The Institutional Research Data Analyst is primarily responsible for producing regular reports for internal and external constituents , fulfilling ad hoc data requests, and making regularly requested data available to end users on demand through interactive reports and dashboards. The Institutional Research Data Analyst provides direct customer service, interacting regularly with employees from a variety of academic and administrative areas at UND to clarify information needs and ensure a positive data-user experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responds to internal and external ad hoc requests with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Gathers, organizes, maintains, and updates information for federal, state, local, and institutional reports, ensuring the accuracy and appropriateness of the data obtained and submitted.
  • Works with curated and raw data to create prepared datasets for analysis and reporting for longitudinal studies and supporting informed decision making.
  • Analyzes, interprets, and presents data related to student recruitment and admissions, enrollment, retention, course success, transfer, program effectiveness, advancement, employee and resource allocation to faculty, staff, and University leadership for decision-making purposes.
  • Constructs effective data displays, including tables, graphics, and reports/dashboards to communicate key points for succinct and meaningful consumption.
• Supports undergraduate and graduate student success through creation and maintenance of retention, continuation, and graduation reports.
  • Extract and transform data from curated databases and other sources to create reports.
  • Develop, maintain, and refresh reports, including dashboard reports throughout the year.
  • Prepare status reports, which may include daily, weekly, monthly, annual, and special project status reporting.
• Assists with university-wide surveys and reporting including
  • Running reports, problem solving, verifying data and dissemination to appropriate areas.
  • Provide consultation and data support for obtaining/maintaining reports for retention, enrollment, and reporting efforts (e.g., extracting data for surveys, assisting with analysis, preparing various tables/graphs).
• Data Governance and Data Integrity
  • Assists with training institutional constituents on use of interactive data tools produced by University Analytics & Planning.
  • Assist with development and maintenance of data dictionary and documenting standard procedures
  • Assists with the production of various communications/publications on the University Analytics & Planning website.

Required Competencies

• Possess significant problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems as well as devise solutions.
• Must have strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Must be able to listen well to others and be able to clearly explain data usage and reporting.
• Must be a team player and collaborative in working with colleagues, operational staff, and with key decision makers.
• Possess strong organizational, project and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently.
• Must be a self-starter with minimal supervision and demonstrated ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with a strong focus on attention to detail in a highly analytical environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Education/Educational Research, Social Sciences, Statistics, or related field with significant coursework in research methods and statistical analysis.
• One year of responsible research, analysis, and report presentation experience. Includes part-time/internship/graduate TA work. Education may be counted in lieu of work experience.
• 1+ years experience in institutional research or similar setting (primarily educational research)
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Access, Power Point and Word, or equivalent. Experience in extracting data from relational databases.
• Experience using SAS, SQL, R, or other reporting/data extraction software.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Bl data visualization development and use
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in data analytics, social sciences, statistics, or related field.
• Three years of responsible research, analysis, and report presentation experience, preferably in higher education.

Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.

Position Benefits

Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, annual & sick leave in addition to 10 paid holidays.

Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.

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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Need help?

Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701.777.4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit.

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.

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