What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Specialist position at St. Cloud State University?
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Working Title:
Data Specialist
Institution:
St. Cloud State University
Classification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees
City:
St. Cloud
FLSA:
Non Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Classified - Unlimited
Salary Range:
$23.63 - $34.18
Job Description
This position is located on site in St. Cloud, MN. This is not a remote position.
This position provides professional statistical and data collection and analysis work that assists in driving philanthropic and engagement strategy
or the Advancement & Alumni Engagement department and greater university community. Under the direction of the Strategic Database and Data Analytics Senior Administrator, the data specialist works with advancement systems to create, build and maintain analytic models and prepares reports through collecting, analyzing and summarizing data. This position serves as a subject matter expert on AAE databases and works with colleagues to understand their information needs, provide technical guidance and support systems to assist them with daily tasks. The Data Specialist is responsible for gathering, analyzing, and managing information Ito help advance the AAE development program, particularly in support of its donors and prospects.
or the Advancement & Alumni Engagement department and greater university community. Under the direction of the Strategic Database and Data Analytics Senior Administrator, the data specialist works with advancement systems to create, build and maintain analytic models and prepares reports through collecting, analyzing and summarizing data. This position serves as a subject matter expert on AAE databases and works with colleagues to understand their information needs, provide technical guidance and support systems to assist them with daily tasks. The Data Specialist is responsible for gathering, analyzing, and managing information Ito help advance the AAE development program, particularly in support of its donors and prospects.
Responsibilities
1. Manage the University Advancement database through the collection and interpretation of data to support reports and projects.
- Manage, track and prioritize data requests
- Extract and compile raw data from multiple databases and platforms
- Compile, analyze and summarize reports and mailing data for the needs of Advancement & Alumni Engagement staff and campus partners by writing queries in multiple database software
- Interpret computer output and tabulate data
- Understand the information processing needs of users and make recommendations on the bestmethods on retrieving information from database
- Train all AAE and campus partners on data request process
2. Maintain CRM database, data analysis and procedures
- Consistently verify data integrity
- Reconcile data integrity with Advancement & Alumni Engagement Finance team
- Communicate information effectively to staff members for practical use and follow through such as Template Revision: 10/26/2012 constituent profiles
- Oversee and reconcile
3. Prepare reports which accompany data.
- Effectively communicate insights through reports and/or narratives which accompany data to explain data and procedures in an understandable manner, summarize findings in a manner that conveys the information.
- Interpret and explain the limitations of the data and differences in data reporting over a period of
time.
4. Educate staff and students on data entry and correct system utilization.
- Train staff and students on utilization of our data
- Direct student employees in the execution of data entry projects.
5. Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience with database applications and data management, this includes creating new and maintenance of existing databases
- Experience utilizing query logic
- Experience directing data queries across multiple databases to compile reports.
- Experience using a variety of computer software programs, data research tools/software including two years of Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge software experience
- Analytic ability/statistical skills
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse clientele
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
Preferred Qualification
- Two-years of experience working in higher education or in a non-profit organization
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm w/ occasional evenings and weekends
This position is located in St. Cloud, MN and is on site.
About
The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s
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strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative
. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE) which can be found
https://mape.org/
.St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA , persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
03-26-2025
Position End Date:
Open Date:
01-27-2025
Close Date:
02-19-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Courtney Marie Graber
Posting Contact Email:
tv6453lo@minnstate.eduSalary : $24 - $34
