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Business Analytics Specialist
Job no : 494781
Work type : Staff Full-Time
Location : Baton Rouge, LA, Remote
Categories : Information Technology
The Business Analytics Specialist provides ongoing support and development of the reporting and BI requirements of the organization. This position is responsible for the Cognos platform, reports development, support and enhancement of the business intelligence (BI) framework and data structures, and provides training to end users within the LCTCS system. In addition, the Specialist proactively seeks ways to improve reporting and business intelligence platforms and services, and to effectively apply software features to support those needs. Reports to : IT ERP Manager. Possibility to work remotely.
College : LCTCS
Department : Operations
Sub department : Information Technology
Type of Appointment : Full time - Regular
Salary : Will be commensurate with education and experience.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Designs reports and data structures to meet complex business needs. Prepares detailed specifications from which reports are developed and coded.
- Responsible for leading and facilitating Business Intelligence (BI) projects from a business and technical perspective.
- Oversees the BI development activities in areas of analytics, report development, data mining and related activities.
- Create ad hoc queries using SQL for data requests and auditing needs.
- Create and maintain documentation (e.g., setup documentation, training documentation, user procedures).
- Identify ongoing Cognos user training needs, assist in training plan development, and provide training to end users.
- Performs related duties as required or assigned.
Required Education :
The successful candidate is required to have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a related field.
Required Experience :
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Preferred Experience :
Benefits : As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, LCTCS has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Application Deadline : Applications will be accepted and position will remain open until filled.
Application Instructions : Applicants for this position should submit a cover letter that addresses the outlined responsibilities, a resume, and the names and contact information for three professional / work-related references.
In accordance with LCTCS Policy #6.036, a criminal history check will be conducted on all new hires. LCTCS participates in the federal E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes. LCTCS is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information about the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, visit www.lctcs.edu. LCTCS is in partnership with Louisiana Economic Development FastStart.
Advertised : 29 Jan 2025 Central Standard Time
Applications close :
