Data Analyst Sr

103625BR

Off-Campus: Scottsdale

Data Analyst Sr

Job Description

EdPlus at ASU at ASU is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU. Want to know more about working at EdPlus? Click here!

We’re seeking a highly motivated, people‐oriented Sr. Data Analyst to support Action Lab. Action Lab
combines the power of data and research to evaluate and inform business decisions to create innovative
solutions. Under the general guidance of Action Lab Leadership, the Sr. Data Analyst will support
Edplus’s overall data needs.

This is a hybrid role. The incumbent of this position will be required to work from our office located in
Scottsdale, Arizona three days per week (ideally in office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and one other day
that aligns with other work activities).

Essential Duties:

• Makes recommendations for enhancements to current procedures, including assessments of the effort involved, alternatives, and implications.
• Translate business, research needs, and questions into quantifiable metrics to create dashboards, reports, and other technical solutions
• Periodically review configuration for enhancement opportunities; reviews needs and provides ongoing support of data requirements through understanding of system data and metadata content for production of reports and associate analysis.
• Evaluate the impact of implementing new enhancements and make recommendations regarding the timing and implications of moving forward; identifies key data elements, tables, fields and properties affected to ensure ongoing data integrity.
• Reviews, updates, and implements system administration procedures including, but not limited to: data validation, duplicate resolution, system change requests and system integration/user acceptance testing to ensure ongoing integrity and security of data consistent with university policies and procedures.
• Identify appropriate data sources to address stakeholder needs
• Query, transform, and clean complex data; join data accurately across multiple data streams
• Acquire, clearly define and interpret datasets from an enterprise data warehouse environment
• Use quantitative skills to create informative reports and well‐designed, useful data visualizations
• Work iteratively on data solutions with an eye toward enhancing the accuracy of analytics and better-addressing stakeholder needs
• Communicate business data in clear and concise ways to stakeholders in reports and dashboards
• Instruct business users on how to understand and use data to make actionable and informed business decisions
• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, analyzes, and resolves technical issues to ensure ongoing data integrity
• Identify gaps in existing data and work with data engineers to find solutions
• Maintain and improve existing documentation across business data needs, broadly including data dictionaries, data processes, and data storage
• Work internally with teams on the maintenance, testing, and implementation of data systems that are being leveraged across units within EdPlus
• Assume or coordinate other duties or projects as assigned or directed

• Evidence of an advanced degree in Business Analytics, IT, or related field
• Experience working in a higher education setting, preferably with higher education student data
• Experience with Alteryx, evidence of certification is a plus
• Advanced SQL skills including CTEs, window functions, and complex joins as well as basic ETL functions
• Ability to develop and execute queries and reports within a database including Redshift, Postgres, or related
• Ability to proficiently manipulate, report and analyze enterprise data
• Advanced data visualization skills in Tableau, Looker, Power BI or related
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook as well as the corresponding Google Suite tools including docs, sheets, and slides
• Ability to work effectively in an environment requiring balancing multiple competing deadlines and priorities
• Skill managing small to medium sized projects
• Experience with Jira or related project management tools
• Skill in thinking critically and developing creative solutions to challenging problems
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including clearly explaining complex technical processes
• Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with a variety of individuals
• Ability to stimulate changes in individual, institutional, and corporate behaviors to create a more sustainable environment

• Healthcare
• Financial Security
• Retirement
• Family Resources
• Tuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse.)
• Discounts

Job Family

Information Technology

Department Name

EdPlus AL Data Analysis

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

EdPlus at ASU

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$80,000 - $100,000 per year; DOE

Close Date

20-August-2024

Category

02

Essential Duties

Minimum Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Working Environment

Department Statement

EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking and refusing to accept the status quo. As a central enterprise unit for ASU focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education, our commitments support the university charter. ASU is a national service university and aspires to accelerate positive social outcomes through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technological innovation and scalability.

EdPlus employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by our culture of inclusion and through the diversity of our employees. Our innovative approach drives outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, embracing urgency, and being bold.

EdPlus at ASU

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume and cover letter should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; EdPlus at ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.