LDA Data Analyst, Herbert College of Agriculture Dean's Office: UTK

About the role

The Data Analyst position supports the data and analytic functions of Herbert College of Agriculture’s Dean’s office, collecting, analyzing, synthesizing, and presenting institutional and external data related to academic program planning, student success, operational efficacy, strategic planning, and other factors impacting funding and reporting requirements for internal and external audiences. This is a Limited Duration Appointment for one year. The role supports enrollment growth, program development, and student success by providing actionable data and fostering cross‑functional collaboration among departments within the College. It involves overseeing data systems and collaborating with marketing/branding, enrollment, student success, and academic engagement teams to align data and institutional initiatives with College goals. The position drives development of data systems and reporting frameworks, enabling the Dean’s office to make informed decisions that enhance the learner experience and organizational success. Translation of data into usable information for the Herbert College community is a key function. The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, founded in 1794, serves over 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees, offers over 900 programs across 14 colleges, and is Tennessee’s flagship land‑grant university with the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and partnerships with Oak Ridge National Laboratory. UT Knoxville values work‑life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, providing career development, coaching, continued education, and extensive training opportunities to support employee growth.

Responsibilities

• Access, analyze, and write reports on academic data (e.g., enrollment, program quality, majors,