| Job Summary/Basic Function: |
The Senior Institutional Research (IR) /Institutional Effectiveness (IE) Analyst in the Office of Institutional Effectiveness will extract, analyze, visualize, and describe a variety of institutional data for use internally for academic and financial planning and strategic decision-making. This role will provide institutional data focused largely on students and course metrics (not financial data) that will support the underlying needs of the new University Budget Model (UBM). The Senior IR/IE Analyst will focus on analysis and reports to better inform decision-making in the Colleges and University administrative units under the UBM in addition to other Institutional Effectiveness priorities that contribute to a data-informed culture at Boise State University.
This position may have the opportunity to work hybrid where a mix of in-person work from a Boise State worksite and an alternative work location is utilized. Candidates must be able to work on-site as needed.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship
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| Department Overview: |
The Office of Institutional Effectiveness (IE) aspires to advance Boise State University’s continuous improvement efforts by answering meaningful questions through data and analyses that inform decisions, stimulate action, and influence positive change. We seek applicants who are passionate about postsecondary education, committed to continuous improvement, and enjoy the challenges and intricacies of working with complex data sets to analyze, summarize, and report answers to various types of questions.
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| Essential Functions: |
● Extract, transform, and analyze data from multiple systems, including relational databases and other identified data sources, to support the underlying needs of the University Budget Model.
● Translate the business rules and requirements of the budget model into projects for University reporting systems, including data warehouse models for reports used by colleges and others.
● Manage and maintain the data and code used in the budget model and ensure that changes in organizational structures are maintained and aligned for the reliability and validity of the data.
● Develop reports that deliver data used in the budget model by developing dashboards, interactive worksheets/workbooks, and/or reports using appropriate tools.
● Proactively engage in data quality efforts to ensure data integrity and fidelity of the UBM in University data and reporting systems.
● Create and manage documentation for budget model data reporting for University webpages and the data dictionary.
● Regularly conducts and participates in post-implementation reviews of the budget model; monitors, analyzes, and reports on the impact of the budget model on various outcomes.
● Collaborate with data partners from across campus – including the Budget Office, Extended Studies, Campus Operations, Enrollment Services, Human Resources, Research and Economic Development, and others – regarding data that supports the University Budget Model.
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| Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: |
● Ability to analyze complex datasets and summarize results clearly and accurately with appropriate detail and context to assist stakeholders in decision-making.
● Ability to develop data models and use programming languages or applications as needed to gather data from relational databases and other identified data sources.
● Experience employing quantitative and qualitative research methods to develop reports and analyses to answer strategic, tactical, structured, or unstructured business questions.
● Ability to apply analytical and problem-solving skills to address novel questions or issues.
● Ability to ensure validity, reliability, consistency, accuracy, and timeliness of all work completed.
● Highly developed verbal and written communication skills that demonstrate the ability to present and communicate complex technical information, problems and alternative solutions to a broad range of technical and non-technical staff.
● Experience serving as a lead or co-lead on projects, including defining tasks, coordinating responsibilities, tracking progress, and documenting business processes and technical metadata.
● Strong customer service orientation and ability to represent end-user needs.
● Ability to develop collegial working relationships within the office in other functional areas of the University and work, as needed, with data stewards to align or improve processes, data quality, documentation, and other improvements.
● The position also requires: a high level of accuracy, organization, extraordinary attention to detail, solid proofreading skills, the ability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines, and adherence to ethical and legal standards in institutional research.
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
● Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, business, mathematics, or another discipline that involves substantial development of analytical, research, and technical competencies or the equivalent in applied work experience.
● Five years of professional experience in a role that requires skills similar to the essential duties of this position
● High level of technical competence, including SQL, SAS, R, or similar programming language to extract data from primary systems; experience with PeopleSoft or other enterprise reporting system
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Preferred Qualifications:
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● Master’s degree in social sciences, educational research, business, economics, or another relevant discipline that involves extensive research methodology and reporting or the equivalent in applied work experience.
● Strong Understanding and experience using complex data systems such as data warehouse structures.
● Analytical competence, including professional experience identifying and employing appropriate research methods for analyses to answer strategic, tactical, structured or unstructured business questions.
● Experience in institutional research, functional data areas, or other higher education analysis and reporting, including familiarity with higher education journals and literature. |
| Salary and Benefits: |
Salary range is $78,478 to $98,092 annually and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):
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| Required Application Materials: |
Please upload a cover letter that indicates your interest and qualifications for this position, a resume, and contact information for 3-5 professional references. The closing date for applications is Sunday, March 9, at 11:55 pm.
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| About Us: |
Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.
Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.
Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/
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