Institutional Research Data Analyst
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Institutional Effectiveness
JOB SUMMARY
This position provides support for integrated data systems used by Institutional Research for reporting of
institutional, system and third-party reports, surveys and business analytics. This position is also responsible for
the collection, and analysis of institutional data for a variety of internal and external uses.
MAJOR DUTIES
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Conduct data analysis and research support for internal and external institutional data requests using
quantitative and statistical procedures.
Designs internal and external reports for management using a variety of tools.
Assists in design of business analytics for the institution.
Assists with system administrative tasks, including writing scripts, for Institutional Research servers.
Provides basic end user support for the institution’s business analytics systems.
Provides user and programming support for a variety of data systems and reporting applications.
Performs related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
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Knowledge of current trends and solutions especially related to data scripting, data reporting, business
analytics
Knowledge of application development and management principles
Knowledge of computers and job related software programs
Knowledge of statistical and other methods of data analysis for the reporting of internal and external needs
Skill in the preparation of clear and precise administrative reports
Skill in written and oral communication
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Assistant Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness makes assignments by defining objectives, priorities,
and deadlines. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for technical soundness, appropriateness, and
conformity to policy and requirements.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines are available, but are not completely applicable to the work or have gaps in specificity. The employee
uses judgment in interpreting and adapting guidelines.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
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The work includes various duties involving different and unrelated processes and methods.
The work involves treating a variety of conventional problems, questions, or situations in conformance with
established criteria.
Institutional Research Data Analyst, Institutional Research
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CONTACTS
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Contacts are typically with co-workers and external agencies.
Contacts are typically to plan, coordinate, or advise on work efforts or to resolve operating problems.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
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The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
The work is typically performed in an office.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
None.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a
course of study related to the occupational field.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually
associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one year.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Master’s Degree