What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Intelligence Analyst position at University of North Texas?
Department
UNT-Data Analytics & Instl Rsrch-110110
Job Location
Denton
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility
TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php.
Salary Information
Department Summary
This position is responsible for assisting with the design, delivery, and maintenance of information solutions containing administrative data, working closely with the business to build and enhance their methods of reporting according to the overall data architecture.
Position Overview
The Business Intelligence Analyst position in Institutional Research is an excellent role for an individual wishing to join a team of hard working and future-focused data and analytics professionals. The successful candidate will work collaboratively as a member of the Data, Analytics, and Institutional Research (DAIR) team and will interact with internal and external stakeholders to support a variety of institutional research and analytic initiatives at The University of North Texas (UNT). The person in this role will assist with the ongoing development and implementation of SAS Business Intelligence tools (SAS Visual Analytics, SAS Visual Statistics) to promote the development and use of analytic dashboards (known collectively as the Insights Program) designed for wide distribution to the UNT community. The position is responsible for assisting with the design, delivery, and maintenance of information solutions containing administrative and student data. The primary functions of this role will be to 1) perform data analysis, generate analytics, and communicate results involving institutional data, 2) assist the Director of Institutional Research with building relationships with functional and technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop and design reports and dashboards to address key institutional initiatives, 3) assist the DAIR department with advancing the data landscape. The successful candidate will join a strong team of data modelers, analysts, and institutional researchers to provide direct support to internal and external stakeholders, manage relationships with data providers and end users, and assist with communication and collaboration to notify the user community of changes, enhancements and new analytics and data resources.
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in related field and five years of professional experience in a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to analyze data, including numerical detail, identify patterns or trends, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to present various data in clear concise forms to a variety of audiences.
- Basic working knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, legal statutes, and analysis and reporting of financial data.
Preferred Qualifications
This 12 month position requires excellent writing, oral communication, and computer skills. The successful candidate will possess a strong working knowledge of SQL and SAS programming and will be required to establish and maintain effective working relationships with data providers and consumers. A Master’s Degree in a related field and two years of data analysis work experience is preferred. The person in this position will be required to comply with all UNT Computing, State, and Federal rules regarding data usage and confidentiality. Preferred qualifications include experience working in an institutional research setting, a basic working knowledge of student data sources including financial aid, admissions, and student records.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule
Monday thru Friday
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title
Business Intelligence Analyst
Physical Requirements
Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Ability to communicate
Job Duties
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- Maintain student data sources and existing dashboards within the SAS VA environment and build new dashboards.
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- Provide and analyze data on students and other variables as required to report to internal and external constituencies.
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- Maintain a thorough knowledge of SAS for statistical analyses.
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- Complete research projects and provide summary reports of the findings.
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- Work as a collaborative team member who shares expertise, individual knowledge, and skills through working closely with others to increase value to the University.
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- Work as a liaison between internal and external functional and technical subject matter experts (SMEs) and data stewards to enhance ad hoc reporting and data visualizations.
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- Respond and consult with users to assist them in understanding reports and data.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S7255P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Salary : $64,700 - $81,900