What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Management Analyst position at Texas State University?
Posting Information
Posting Information
Posting Number
2023784
Posting/Functional Title
Data Management Analyst
University Pay Plan Title
Research Analyst
Location
San Marcos
Department
Office of Institutional Research
Recruitment Type
Open to All
Job Type
Full-Time
Monthly Salary
$5625
Job Category
Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
- Experience with the implementation of project management best practices.
- Experience with data management, data warehousing, and/or data literacy training.
- Understanding of relational databases (e.g., Oracle, MS SQL Server).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills needed to complete complex tasks.
- Professional communication skills to work with other offices across campus.
- Organization and time management skills needed to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other team members.
- Willingness to develop new knowledge, skills, and abilities in a changing environment.
- Bachelor’s degree.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with educational data and reporting at the state, regional, or federal level.
- Experience working with large, unstructured data sets.
- Experience with higher education student information systems (e.g., Banner)
- Experience using Tableau or similar business intelligence tools.
- Experience using Qualtrics or other on-line survey tools.
- Master’s degree or higher in a related field.
Job Description
The Office of Institutional Research at Texas State University seeks a dynamic candidate to support our data management, analytics, and reporting efforts. As a member of our team, you will support institutional decision-making by assisting with data management, data quality, and data literacy efforts across the University. Under the direction of the Assistant Vice President for Institutional Research/Chief Data Management Officer, you will consult with functional and academic offices to help guide their data management efforts. Working with other members of the Office of Institutional Research staff, you will assist in the transformation, storage, and management of data using a variety of tools (e.g., SQL Developer, MS SQL Server Management Studio, Tableau Prep, Qualtrics) and database systems (e.g., Oracle, MS SQL Server, MySQL, Tableau Server.)
Job Duties
- Work with subject matter experts to document metadata for data assets, elements, and reports.
- Help implement data management projects for functional offices.
- Identify data quality metrics and conduct regular data quality audits.
- Translate functional and academic data needs to technical specifications.
- Assist with the design and creation of standardized data sources and interactive dashboards.
- 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.
- Assist with management of internal survey administration.
- Perform other duties related to data management and institutional research as assigned.
Additional Information to Applicants
You will be required to submit a resume and cover letter with your application. Your resume should demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position. Please ensure your cover letter reflects how your knowledge, skills, and abilities relate to the primary duties and responsibilities of the position.
Job Open Date
08/15/2023
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until Filled
Yes
Normal Work Days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start
8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End
5:00PM
Posting Notices
You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
- Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
- Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
- Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
- Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
- An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
- Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
