Data Analyst

About the Role

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. Under the direction of the Director of Institutional Research, 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.

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 into 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

• 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
• Public Speaking
• Time Management
• Typing/Word Processing

Supervisory Responsibilities

Individual Contributor

Work Environment

Work is rarely required outside of normal business hours.

Physical Demands

• Sitting
• Walking
• Standing
• Repetitive motion, primarily computer‑related tasks

Travel

Yes – Minimal. If travel is required, the candidate must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.

Experience

Two years of working with databases, creating reports, analytics, or other related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• SQL
• Ellucian Banner Student Information System/ERP

Additional Requirements

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

Expectations

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The incumbent will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public. Must exhibit sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio‑economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities. Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee. With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above, including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands.