Institutional Research Analyst (Administrative Analyst/Specialist I)
San Diego State University
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Posted: 06-Nov-24
Location: San Diego, California
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 5779951
Institutional Research Analyst (Administrative Analyst/Specialist I)
Job No: 543862 Work Type: Locations: San Diego Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Administrative, Temporary, Full Time
Position Summary
Join SDSU as an Institutional Research Analyst and play a key role in transforming data into impactful insights!
Key Responsibilities:
Data Analysis & Reporting: Support the Reporting and Decision Support team with student and faculty data analysis, and respond to data requests from campus and external units.
Dashboard Development: Create and maintain dashboards that provide clear, actionable insights for university stakeholders.
Data Management: Manage and validate data from sources such as PeopleSoft HCM and Campus Solutions, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
Reporting & Compliance: Prepare and submit essential data files, including Chancellor's Office faculty workload and ERS data.
Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with the Student Success Analytics group to support key data initiatives.
Professional Growth: Develop your technical and analytical expertise in a dynamic, higher education environment.
Collaborative Culture: Work within a supportive team dedicated to advancing student and faculty success.
Innovation-Driven Role: Use cutting-edge tools to create meaningful dashboards and analyses for the university community.
Bring your analytical skills and passion for data to SDSU-apply now to make a difference in institutional research and decision support!
Position Information
This is a full-time, temporary position ending on March 31, 2025.
This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
Department Summary
As part of the Provost's Office, Academic Affairs encompasses the seven colleges of SDSU, SDSU-Imperial Valley, the Library, Graduate Studies, Global Campus, and the offices of Faculty Advancement and Student Success, Curriculum and Assessment, International Affairs, and Enrollment Services. The Provost oversees academic goals, educational policy, curriculum planning and development, program planning and quality control, instructional and faculty development, student educational services, external funding support, resource allocations, personnel actions pertaining to faculty and academic staff, collective bargaining, facilities management, the University Senate and all matters that affect the academic environment. The Provost and Senior Vice President serves as spokesperson to the community on matters of academic concern and as President in the absence of the President, and acts as the President's designee on campus, local, regional, state, and California State University System committees. Search committees for new deans of colleges and deans' administrative review panels are coordinated by the Provost's Office.
The mission of San Diego State University's Analytic Studies & Institutional Research (ASIR) is to broadly support Academic Affairs including academic colleges, Enrollment Services, Faculty Advancement & Student Success, Academic Financial Operations, and other divisions with information to inform decision-making. To do so, ASIR leverages available technical resources and staff expertise to ensure data integrity, develop data tools, build partnerships, promote data literacy, conduct in-depth analyses, and activate predictive modeling for operational and strategic needs that support campus decision-making. ASIR's fundamental charge is to collect, review, and validate student and faculty data for the Enrollment Reporting System (ERS), Academic Planning DataBase (APDB) and other mandated federal, state and system requirements.
For more information regarding the Provost Office, click here.
Education and Experience
Entry to this classification requires general knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs.
Key Qualifications
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with business intelligence (BI) tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI).
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and adaptability to learn new software tools.
Project management skills and ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders to address data needs.
Experience with reporting, data reconciliation, and data analysis is preferred.
Experience with information systems in an educational setting is preferred.
Familiarity with higher education institutions and their related data and policies is preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $3,938 per month.
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
This position is eligible for ACA (medical only) benefits.
CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,879 - $7,488 per month.
Diversity and Community at SDSU
At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.
Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here.
At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.
SDSU's Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.
Supplemental Information
Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on November 19, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by November 18, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.
The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.
SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Livia Peeples at [email protected].
Advertised: Nov 04, 2024 (9:00 AM) Applications Close: Open until filled
Founded in 1897, San Diego State University is a public institution of higher education located in southern California. SDSU is the oldest and largest university in San Diego and the third largest in the state. SDSU continues to gain recognition as a leader in higher education.Join SDSU and make a difference through meaningful work that contributes to knowledge and provides rich opportunities for students. The dynamic synergy between SDSU and the San Diego region furthers SDSU's excellence and global impact. Every member of our team can proudly proclaim, "I Am SDSU."In addition to SDSU, three not-for-profit auxiliary employers operate to provide services for the University. The SDSU Research Foundation furthers the educational, research and community service mission of SDSU. Aztec Shops provides a diverse portfolio of products and services including operation of the SDSU Bookstore, SDSU Dining, and management of commercial and real estate properties surrounding the campus. Associated Students of SDSU is a student-directed organization that manages programs and facilities enjoyed by students, faculty, staff, and the community-at-large.