Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. We invest in our staff by offering fantastic benefits like vacation, sick, and holiday pay, a variety of insurance options, retirement plans, and numerous others. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska's economy each year. As the Manager, Informatics, you will:
Collaborate on informatics and data analytics projects, providing engineering expertise in design, layout, and implementation.
Participate in project design meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
Develop, update, and validate analytical models, predictions, and reports.
Support the selection and development of tools and frameworks for data-driven operations, continuously improving systems.
Lead departmental growth by owning new initiatives, identifying value-added opportunities, and enhancing development processes.
Stay current with industry trends through education, professional networks, and publications, contributing to strategic planning with informed recommendations.
Prepare and execute action plans to improve production, quality, and customer service while resolving operational issues and identifying trends.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, university policies, and external guidance, while leading system improvements and resolving operational challenges.
Supervise employees by establishing goals, reviewing performance, and providing ongoing feedback and coaching, ensuring continuous improvement through training.
Oversee budget forecasting, task prioritization, and performance evaluations, ensuring timely completion of duties and recommending corrective actions or salary adjustments as needed.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in business, mathematics, computer science, or any other analytical field or equivalent education/experience. 5 years of prior experience in the field.
Expertise in problem identification, solution development, and team leadership, with proficiency in data analytics and project management.
Expertise working with stakeholders from different backgrounds to build trust, understand business needs, and deliver solutions.
Demonstrated expertise in identifying and prioritizing complex problems, developing actionable solutions, and addressing both immediate and long-term issues in operational environments.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, organize diverse resources effectively, and ensure successful project completion.
Proven ability to lead and mentor teams.
Demonstrated staff development, team-building, and performance evaluation skills.
Proficient in data analytics and capable of interpreting information models, managing relational databases, and utilizing data to inform stakeholder decisions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to various audiences.
Strong listening and discernment skills.
Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality.
Detail-oriented and able to work independently without supervision.
Advanced proficiency in office software.
Willingness to learn, adapt to complex processes, and engage with ongoing professional development opportunities.
Available and willing to support daily operations and respond to campus emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications:
MIS, MBA, or other business or analytical field.
Knowledge of UNL building automation system, UNL maintenance management system.
Proficient with Tableau or similar software.
Knowledge of day-to-day functions of a data-enabled operations organization, and UNL procurement procedures.
Knowledge of relevant university policies and procedures.
Proficient with computerized maintenance management systems.
Knowledge of energy systems and energy accounting.
With over 25,000 students, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a diverse educational insitution with international stature. The intellectual center for the state of Nebraska and beyond, we are a land-grant, top tier national research-extensive insitution. Part of the Big Ten conference, Big Ten Academic Alliance, our mission includes growing relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives.
