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Reporting

The Reporting Specialist responds to report requests and configures reports and templates; provides support for data applications; ensures data quality by defining data collection and validation procedures; maintains strong proficiency with data programs and/or applications.

• Evaluate and respond to data reporting requests from internal and external stakeholders; define priorities and deliverables based on stakeholder needs and service targets; develop a data management plan to collect and prepare data; produce and deliver reports utilizing varied data sources
• Utilize business data programs, systems, and/or applications to support ongoing data collection, management, and reporting activities
• Design and maintain scalable reporting frameworks to support both standardized and ad hoc data requests efficiently, minimizing duplication of effort and manual processing
• Prepare test plans, execute testing, and ensure desired results are achieved
• Perform and evaluate data validation procedures; resolve data discrepancies; document best practices
• Modify, configure, and update existing reports or templates; automate recurring data tasks through scripting or tools to increase reporting efficiency and reduce human error
• Provide support for departmental data applications, software, or interfaces; troubleshoot data entry procedures, system errors, and data validation
• Ensure compliance with data privacy and security standards, helping the university adhere to internal governance policies and external regulations
• Develop training resources; provide functional and technical support and/or training
• Evaluate and recommend enhancements to data systems or reporting platforms based on user feedback, system performance, or evolving business needs
• 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 – 9
• Minimum – $56,200.00
• MidPoint – $68,800.00
• Maximum – $81,500.00

• Analytical thinking
• Customer Service
• Data Analysis
• Data Collection
• Data integrity
• Data Quality Assurance
• Data reporting
• Data validation
• Needs Assessment
• Technical acumen
• Template creation