Data Analyst

Position Information

Position Information

Present Position Number 01321W

Role Code Title Info Technology Specialist II Position Title Data Analyst Unit Mission Statement

William & Mary Information Technology (W&M IT) provides a reliable, flexible, and secure technological environment that enables swift and skilled solutions for rapidly changing needs to advance teaching, learning, research, student success, and operational efficiency. By developing and nurturing meaningful relationships and collaborations on campus and beyond, W&M IT engages, inspires, and empowers community members to achieve their goals. We develop expertise, promote self-service, and encourage experimentation while working to drive relevant and sustainable change.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Data Analytics, the Data Analyst is responsible for the requirements gathering, analysis, modeling and data design that yields solutions to support the university's data-driven decision-making. The Data Analyst focuses on data quality and data governance; working collaboratively with university departments, and our technology and data governance teams, to build an empowered W&M community that manages data as an asset.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Leading the development of business cases through requirements gathering by interviewing W&M personnel at all levels of the organization.

Gathering and analyzing data requirements and data flows to other systems; Transforming data requirements into logical data models.

Translating and architecting gathered requirements into Qlik visualizations and data stories.

Developing dashboards and reporting methodologies and training end-users in their utilization.

Preparing and presenting reports that are understandable by non-technical users, enabling stakeholders to make important decisions based on various facts and trends.

Recommending re-engineered business processes and/or system modifications and devising data governance strategies.

Teaching data management and data governance best practices across all W&M working groups.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Strong analytical, data-gathering, and problem-solving skills with the ability to model data and develop strategies to support the university's needs.

Experience conducting and documenting needs assessments related to data requests.

Experience in the design, development, and implementation of dashboards and operational reporting.

Experience with converting data results into data stories to ensure accurate end-user interpretation of results.

Working knowledge of SQL, reporting tools (e.g, Tableau, Qlik Sense, Power BI, SAS, R or Python – Statistical programming), and visualization and data discovery tools.

Working knowledge of common ERP systems and associated nomenclature.

Strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to work collaboratively with team members and effectively support business users in a professional manner.

Preferred Qualifications

Master of Science in data science and analytics.

Experience working in higher education with data management practices.

Experience working with the Ellucian Suite or other enterprise-wide systems. (Examples: Banner, Salesforce, Slate, Blackbaud, Learning Management Tools).

Experience using SQL Developer; as well as Qlik, SAS, or similar enterprise reporting tools.

Experience with implementing data and document retention rules and providing integration solutions using document management systems.

Experience with data definition development, data modeling, data quality, and organizational alignment.

Experience presenting analytics outcomes to C-suite management and the ability to elicit cooperation across multiple levels of an organization.

Advertised Pay Range Up to $73,000, commensurate with experience Department 3H7000 IT Location William & Mary Is the position remote work eligible? Hybrid (works remotely at least 1 day per week but not full-time) Remote Work Disclaimer

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor's ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.

University Salary Range U12 Job Open Date 01/18/2023 Review Begin Date Job Close Date 02/01/2023 Open Until Filled No Employment Category Full Time Operational FLSA Exempt Position Term 12 Month - Continuing Special Application Instructions Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to additional hours beyond the typical work day/week to include evenings and weekends as needed.

Information Security: This position requires administrative access to the university's information systems and/or sensitive university data. The incumbent is expected to be aware of and adhere to the information security policies of the university as well as all applicable federal, state, and local laws, follow information security best practices applicable to their job, and or pursue information security training and awareness opportunities when possible.

EEO Statement

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Background Check Statement

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Benefits Summary Statement

William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https: // www. wm.edu/offices/hr/currentemployees/benefits/index.php

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