Senior Data Analyst (Associate, Academic and Institutional Studies II -Range A)

Job Title

Senior Data Analyst

Classification

Associate, Academic and Institutional Studies II -Range A

AutoReqId

541632

Department

Institutional Effectiveness and Planning

Sub-Division

President’s Office

Salary Range

Classification Range $5,983 - $10,824 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $5,983 - $9,000 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About the Position:

The Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Planning leads systematic and integrated efforts to examine the effectiveness of university programs, curricula, services and operations; provides meaningful data to support strategic planning and decision-making at all levels of the university; plays a critical role in demonstrating accountability to accreditation, external entities and the general public; fosters a campus-wide culture of data-informed decision-making, continuous improvement, and teaching and learning innovations. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Senior Data Analyst (Associate, Academic and Institutional Studies II -Range A). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

The Senior Data Analyst performs a wide range of high-level research projects and data analytics in alignment with university priorities and strategic plan and contributes to building a culture of inquiry and data-informed decision making. Under minimal supervision, the Senior Data Analyst takes initiatives to conduct actionable research, innovate data analytics practices, tools, and technology, and performs data visualization or other data “storytelling” projects in the areas of institutional effectiveness, student success, enrollment management, quality assurance, and strategic decision-making. The Senior Data Analyst works both independently and in collaboration with staff at Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Planning on conducting analytical studies utilizing innovative and sound methodological design, and leads or contributes in the following areas: research design, data collection and cleaning, database creation, data analysis, analytical interpretation, and disseminating findings (via oral or written means) to university partners to facilitate decision-making and institutional effectiveness, all with very general direction or oversight by the Director of Institutional Research. The Senior Data Analyst responds, investigates, analyzes, and reports on data inquiries from university constituencies, completes external surveys and ad hoc requests, develops and maintains dashboards, and collaborates with team members to innovate analytics practices at the university. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with four years of progressively responsible technical or professional analytical experience which demonstrates ability to conduct substantive studies of problems and issues in assigned areas. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of the techniques and treatment of data such as simple correlation methods, trend analysis, frequency distribution analysis, sampling techniques, hypothesis testing and methods of interval estimation. Demonstrates ability to reason logically and capacity for independent and creative thinking on research problems. Demonstrates skills in project management, research planning and design, data collection, analysis, report preparation and graphic presentation of results. Experience using qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, design, and techniques. Experience using statistical software (SAS, SPSS, etc.). Experience developing, organizing and maintaining relational database and/or data warehouse systems, preferably in a university environment. Computer skills including spreadsheets, word processing, and integrated database applications. Demonstrates ability to manage multiple tasks in a collaborative and transparent manner. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Sensitivity to issues of diversity in a university community. Ability to work well in a diverse, collegial and consultative team environment. Detail oriented and ability to prioritize and organize work to meet deadlines, and functions effectively in a high-pressure, outcome-driven environment, with minimal supervision. Ability to use judgment, discretion, and decision-making skills in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU 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 complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree (MA, MS, MBA, MPA, Ed.D., Ph.D.) in the social sciences or another discipline from an accredited college or university that includes a heavy emphasis on statistical analysis, research methodology, information system, decision science, data mining, and computer applications. A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in research, evaluation, and data analysis in a higher education environment, preferably within a comprehensive university setting. Experience in use of web-based interfaces for data transfer. Ability to write SPSS syntax to produce analyses, or experience analyzing multiple large complex datasets, SQL, and Peoplesoft. Experience conducting mixed-method research (quantitative and qualitative) and distributing research findings at professional conferences. Experience developing Tableau Dashboards (or similar data visualization tools). Experience working with finance and budget data, Human Resource or workload data, and Peoplesoft database and applications. Mastery in use of Microsoft Office suite including the ability to import data/tables from other sources. Experience with the development, modification, and maintenance of websites. Experience in survey design and analysis. Proven teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment. Professional experience at a California State University campus.

License/Certifications

A Valid California Driver’s License.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).

Hiring Preference

On-Campus CSUEU Employees

Advertised: Aug 01 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Aug 15 2024 Pacific Daylight Time

Closing Date/Time:

Fullerton, California 92831 United States View Map