Institutional Research Analyst I

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Stockton

3601 Pacific Avenue (Show on map)

Oct 01, 2024

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title	Institutional Research Analyst I
Union Level
Department	Planning and Institutional Research
Campus	Stockton
Posting Number	201303833P
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Work Schedule	Work Environment/Work Week/Travel Work is primarily performed in an office environment which may be fast-paced, high pressure and challenging. Work performed during normal business hours, infrequently may require additional time to meet business needs.
Position End Date
Open Date	10/01/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period. External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose	This position is an entry-level analyst in the Institutional Research and Decision Support ( IRDS) office. The analyst is responsible for validating, collecting, and analyzing data from a variety of sources. This position will respond to internal and external requests for data. External data requests include mandated reporting related to federal/ state/accreditation requirements. Internal data requests include enrollment trends, student demographic profiles, and student outcomes. The IRDS office is an administrative department, and it serves the information needs of university leadership by supporting decision making through data.
Essential Functions	Data Collection & Analysis: Utilize SQL or similar programming languages to write queries that create datasets for institutional data analysis. Identify, collect, validate, and analyze both institutional and external data, such as data related to enrollment, admissions, retention, and student outcomes. Data Validation & Integrity: Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of data across various datasets and sources. Implement rigorous validation processes to identify and correct discrepancies, maintain data quality standards, and ensure reliable data for analysis and reporting. Decision-Making Support: Create insightful reports to aid university leaders in data-driven decision-making. Compliance/Required Reporting: Prepare and submit annual reports to fulfill state, federal, and accreditation requirements (e.g., WASC, IPEDS, AICCU). Respond to requests from other external agencies, such as the Common Data Set and U.S. News & World Report. Data Visualization & Dashboard Creation: Use PowerBI or similar tools to develop data visualizations and dashboards that present university demographics, performance metrics, benchmarks, student outcomes, and other information that supports academic program reviews. Survey Administration: Participate in the administration of internal surveys using Qualtrics, including the analysis and reporting of survey data. Web Content Management: Assist in creating and maintaining content on Institutional Research and Decision Support (IRDS) web pages. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's Degree in social science or a research related field. One (1) year of professional experience working with data.
Preferred Qualifications	One (1) year of experience in an institutional research office or with data reporting in a higher education environment. Demonstrated ability to think critically. Meticulous attention to detail. Excellent oral and written communication skills Experience with SQL or similar query/programming language. Experience with Qualtrics or similar survey tool. Technical proficiency with data testing and data management. Ability to work independently Encompass traits of good judgment, confidentiality, and discretion in communicating with colleagues and constituents. Positive attitude. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires extended periods of sitting and occasional us of computer and phones with repetitive hand/wrist motion. Occasional walking, standing and verbal communication. Infrequent bending, stooping, kneeling and squatting. Infrequent reaching above shoulders. May be requested to lift up to 25 lbs. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel Work is primarily performed in an office environment which may be fast-paced, high pressure and challenging. Work performed during normal business hours, infrequently may require additional time to meet business needs.
Hiring Range	$66,560.00/yr to $70,000.00/yr. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.