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Data Analysis

The Data Analyst advises stakeholders in determining the appropriate analytical methodology to meet their requirements; gathers and analyzes data from various large datasets sources with the aim of providing actional insights that inform business decisions; develops reports, summaries, recommendations, and visual representations; performs statistical programming; develops and/or maintains databases.

• Meet with stakeholders to determine data needs and project requirements; advise in determining the appropriate analytical methodology to meet stakeholder needs and achieve objectives
• Collect, clean, validate, and format data from structured data sources including databases, surveys, or public data; design scripts and run queries to extract and retrieve data
• Use statistical techniques to explore and interpret data, identify trends, patterns, and correlations, and determine relationships; translate findings into actionable insights
• Apply best practices in data validation to ensure accuracy and consistency across datasets; identify and resolve errors
• Develop charts and visual aids to display and present data results
• Present findings and actionable insights to stakeholders in a clear, concise, and compelling manner
• Design and prepare standard and ad hoc reports; automate data workflows; develop and optimize reporting processes
• Maintain documentation of data processes and data dictionaries
• Continuously evaluate and implement new tools or methodologies to improve data accessibility and usability
• Ensure adherence to internal data governance policies and external regulations
• Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure proper handling of sensitive data
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Advanced Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision-making and problem–solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor or mentor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets and funding

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight
– Researches and tries new approaches when solving problems

Independence of Action:

– Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters
– Follows precedents and procedures
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally and externally within working unit and the University
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Promotes open communication in a manner that builds relationships among team members
– Applies appropriate strategies for managing conflict; negotiate reasonable compromises; propose and evaluate possible solutions
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 10
• Minimum – $61,800.00
• MidPoint – $75,700.00
• Maximum – $89,600.00

• Analytical thinking
• Data Analysis
• Data Collection
• Data security
• Data visualization
• Database management
• Document management
• Report writing
• Research methods
• Statistical thinking