Data Analyst

Position Details

Req ID:

req18884

Position Title:

Data Analyst

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

AS7212

OSU Campus:

Stillwater

Department:

Institutional Resrch and Analytics

Location Address:

Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078
United States

Hiring Supervisor:

Larry Burns

Hiring Range
(Contingent upon available funding):

46,450.00 - 60,750.00, Salary

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Develop and maintain SQL or SAS programs to extract files and report on data from Operational Data Store systems and other auxiliary data systems.

Prepare, analyze, and summarize information into reports in response to requests from OSU administrators, faculty, students, or from agencies outside OSU.

Assist in developing and maintaining ePrint and other specialized reports available to colleges and other offices across campus.

Develop and apply statistical and mathematical models to optimize operational data usage.

Research and develop statistical models in response to OSU management objectives.

Participate in the development of management reports such as the Student Profile, Big 12 Data Exchange, Tuition and Fees, and the Common Data Set, as well as various institutional surveys (e.g. U.S. News Best Colleges Survey).

Develop and implement recommendations for maintaining efficient and streamlined data extraction programs.

Develop or assist in the development of analytics reports based on operational data for administrators and the public.

Assist in day to day management of institutional operational data stores and other data sources.

Working evenings and weekends is sometimes required to complete projects or meet deadlines.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a resume and list of references.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business, math, computer science, MIS, statistics, education, or any technology-related degree.

Two years of experience related to analytics, statistical or mathematical modeling, or SQL programming.

Knowledge of general PC Systems such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and data extraction/data analysis programs using SQL, SAS/SPSS, etc.

Individual must have excellent oral & written communication skills and the ability to maintain constructive relationships and work collaboratively with departmental co-workers, OSU administrators, faculty, staff, students, and off-campus entities.

Organizational Skills: Individual must be able to handle many tasks simultaneously, work under pressure, be self-motivated, conscientious, dedicated, able to meet deadlines, and appropriately prioritize projects within the framework of constant changes.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in business, math, computer science, MIS, statistics, education, or any technology-related degree.

Preferred experience with SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle SQL Developer, SAS Certified Base Programmer or SAS Certified Predictive Modeler Using SAS Enterprise Miner 14 or SAS Certified Platform Administrator.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.