Job Information
Sam Houston State University Analyst - Data Analyst in Huntsville, Texas
Requisition: 202500046S
Occupational Category (Staff Positions Only): Technical/Para-Professional
Hiring Salary: Monthly-Staff
Department: Advancement Services
General Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in business, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field. Three years professional experience with data analysis and reporting, database management, or related field. Experience with Raiser’s Edge, Power BI or Tableau preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:
Develops complex reporting related to Fundraising statistics. Performs advanced data analysis, auditing, and reporting for maintaining and improving the integrity of database information within Advancement Services. Provides professional skills in analyzing data and conducting research to aid department administrators in the decision-making process.
Primary Responsibilities (Staff Positions Only):
Assists with the development and execution of effective strategies to continually improve the consistency, accuracy, and overall integrity of the database and reporting. Responsible for developing key reports and documenting process changes. Assists in defining procedures to support future technology implementations. Collects, reviews, and analyzes data, files, records, reports, and documents. Acquires data from various sources and may maintain databases. Monitors project progress by tracking activity, resolving problems, publishing progress reports, and recommending actions. Established and maintains standards of quality, accuracy, and timeliness. Trains new and continuing staff members. Provides customer service to students, faculty, and staff. Identifies issues regarding compliance with regulations or standards that require follow-up. Uses statistical methods to identify areas for operational improvement and make suggestions for streamlining processes. Responsible for gathering and analyzing information on a wide range of topics, and dissemination of information relating to reporting. Performs other related duties as assigned.
