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Strategic Data Analyst

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About SUNY Oneonta:

SUNY Oneonta is a public college in Central New York, enrolling about 6,500 students in bachelor's, master's and graduate certificate programs. Most of SUNY Oneonta's main campus lies within the City of Oneonta, which is located in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains, about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, the City of Oneonta is the largest municipality in a rural region dominated by agriculture and tourism.

Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially and live purposefully. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance and culture. The college's indeed.com and glassdoor.com ratings are 4.5 and 4.1, respectively.

Beyond campus, many residents enjoy the natural beauty of the Catskills. Outdoor activities such as hiking, biking and running are among the most popular. Several ski areas nearby typically operate for seasons lasting over 100 days beginning in late November or early December. During the summer, boating, swimming and other water sports are popular on lakes throughout the region.


Job Description:

The Office of Institutional Research (OIR) at the State University of New York College at Oneonta invites applications for the position of Strategic Data Analyst. The appointment is for one year with the possibility of being extended. As part of the institutional research team, this position will focus on the gathering, organizing, and reporting of the college data. The Data Analyst will work closely with key stakeholders such as the Office of Information Technology to help with best practices to centralize data access to help support the College's commitments to excellent student services.

The OIR serves as the primary centralized source for institutional data at the College and provides information in support of planning, assessment, policy development, and decision-making for all campus constituencies. To learn more about the College, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/ .

Duties include but not limited to:

Under the supervision of the Director of Institutional Research, the Strategic Data Analyst utilizes current technology and enterprise data systems, including Banner, to support institutional research needs, governmental compliance, and reporting requirements; completing and automating routine data tabulation and reporting tasks to fulfill internal and external requests of commonly reported performance data such as enrollment, retention, diversity, and completion rates. This position is responsible for supporting process improvement initiatives, document definitions and attributes of processes using visual diagrams. The successful candidate will be an innovative and collaborative problem solver with expertise in data analytics, the ability to manage multiple tasks according to required deadlines, pay close attention to detail, and maintain the accuracy and integrity of data.


Requirements:

Required qualifications:

  • bachelor's degree;
  • experience with statistical analysis software (i.e. R, SAS, SPSS, etc.);
  • experience writing queries for relational databases (i.e. Banner);
  • ability to manage multiple complex projects and priorities and to execute and deliver results across a broad range of activities;
  • strong communication and organization skills.


Preferred:

  • familiarity with higher education issues, IPEDS, assessment, and performance indicators;
  • experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, MS Power BI, or other data visualization tools;
  • demonstrated knowledge of current strategic enrollment trends, tools, and systems;
  • extensive analytical skills, including data/metrics, trends, decision making, organizational strategy, and research;
  • experience with Ellucian Banner;
  • experience working with and serving diverse populations.



Additional Information:

For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our website at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/about-oneonta/employment .

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov .

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse college community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity . Moreover, the College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.


Application Instructions:

To apply online go to: http://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=128462 Please upload a resume and letter of interest. Contact information for three professional references is required.

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SUNY Oneonta

SUNY Oneonta is a mid-size, four-year, public university. We offer small classes, loads of activities, opportunities for undergraduate research, student/faculty interaction and an attractive cost of attendance.

Nestled in the hills of Central New York, the university’s idyllic setting is ideal for study, adventure and self-discovery. Just “up the hill” from the charming City of Oneonta, our campus and the surrounding community engages, nurtures, and inspires.

Caring is our longest-standing tradition, traced all the way back to the school’s founding in the late 1800s. Today our growing alumni network spans the globe, advancing the values of inclusivity, service and sustainability that exemplify SUNY Oneonta.

 

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