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Faculty Affairs Senior Business Intelligence Specialist, UMKC University Analyti

University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2025
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University Analytics and Institutional Effectiveness

At UMKC, institutional effectiveness focuses on how well we fulfill the University's mission and goals. It also involves regular evaluation of our programs, services, and outcomes for students, faculty and staff, to support our continual improvement as an institution.

To assess our progress, the Office of University Analytics and Institutional Effectiveness, reporting to the Office of the Provost, tracks and reports data that enables university leaders to make evidence-based decisions, plan future initiatives, and ensure continuous quality improvements.

As Kansas City's only public urban research university, the University of Missouri-Kansas City offers an exceptionally comprehensive academic portfolio of more than 120 academic programs for graduate and undergraduate students. From STEM programs to the humanities, from health professions to law, UMKC has something for everyone. It is the only public university in Missouri with schools of dentistry and pharmacy, and a Conservatory for music, dance, and theater.

Job Description

UMKC is seeking a Senior Business Intelligence Specialist for Faculty Affairs. This is a new position designed to strengthen the education and research missions of the university by increasing the collaboration and effectiveness of faculty-related units.

The senior business intelligence analyst for faculty affairs will routinely work with faculty and staff from the following departments: Faculty Affairs, Academic Affairs, Human Resources, Advancement, Academic Units (all academic colleges), and the Office of Research Services. The incumbent will provide data services, gather contextual evidence, and implement data coordination efforts between staff members of the departments listed.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct support to the Faculty Affairs and Research offices in managing software utilized for research productivity, course evaluations, promotion and tenure processes, and faculty accomplishments. Help create new databases, dashboards, and reports that integrate information across the various systems. Serve as data liaison between these units and the technical support units or vendors that facilitate the software.
  • Engage in data collection efforts to increase departmental and institutional knowledge of issues involving the education and research missions of the university.
  • Provide technical and project management support for new initiatives involving the development of new classroom experiences for faculty and students, professional development programs, the expansion of grant-related activities, and increasing community engagement.
  • Develop subject matter expertise in the data elements, processes, and cycles used by the offices served to provide proactive assistance to the completion of reoccurring tasks. This will include drafting compliance and summary reports, quality checking communication channels, and updating templates and standardized products.
  • Coordinate efforts between staff members of the departments assigned to provide informed strategic analysis, data visualization, and data management in a way that is understandable, reproducible, and rigorous.
  • Analyze, recommend, and implement creative solutions to complex and atypical data issues using technical experience, strong customer service and communication skills, and a passion for higher education.
Shift

Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Hybrid work from home scheduling available.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of relevant higher education experience, including one year of experience working as a faculty member or instructor and/or one year of experience working with educational grants in a faculty or staff role.

Preferred experience working with quantitative or qualitative data projects with proficiency in more than one of the following software types: MS Power Platform (i.e. Power Apps, Power BI), Communications software (i.e. Chatbots, WhatsApp), Statistical or database software (i.e. SAS, R, SQL), Qualitative software (i.e. NVIVO, MAXQDA, Qualtrics), or CRM software (i.e. Peoplesoft, Slate).

Anticipated Hiring Range

$51,875 - $65,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.

Application Materials

Submission of resume and cover letter required.

Community Information

Kansas City offers the best of both worlds-a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city's rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City's biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.

UMKC's campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children's Mercy Hospital.

UMKC is proud to be "Kansas City's university," and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.


The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo

 

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