Research and Reporting Analyst

Research and Reporting Analyst Salary: $41,453.00 - $65,495.00 Annually Location: Works all three Campuses Job Type: Department: Institutional Effectiveness & Research Job Number: Closing: Continuous Description Job Summary This position will lead the status tracking of data requests, facilitate communication about data requests between stakeholders, and manage the standardized documentation of queries for data requests and reports (e.g., internal, external, annual) in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) manual. This position will also develop and interpret information from the data available to the college to fulfill or contribute to the fulfillment of data requests which support the creation and assessment of progress towards measurable standards of institutional excellence. This information will provide the basis for informed decision making, and policy formation at all levels throughout the college. The development and interpretation of this information may involve gathering data from a wide range of sources both internal and external, including literature, databases, and the student information system of the college. NOTE: Job descriptions and essential functions are subject to change due to advances in technology, utilization of work force, and other factors which may impact the College's need to modify position requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following listing of essential job duties indicates the general nature and level of work required in this job. This is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of all the activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required in this job. Individuals assigned to this job may be asked to perform other duties as required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Applicants may be asked to demonstrate any or all of the following duties: • Leads the data request process by managing and tracking both ad hoc and scheduled recurring data requests. Collaborates with individuals across the institution to clarify request objectives, extract and cross-check data, and ensure that the data and analysis provided meet the needs of the requestor in a timely and accurate manner. • Leads the collaboration to standardize and document (i.e., Standard Operating Procedures Manual) data history, SQL queries, extraction procedures, data manipulation, and reporting procedures for all reporting requirements and department functions. • Contribute to the growth of a data-informed culture throughout the institution by serving on committees, facilitating trainings, and interacting with other departments to educate them on the available data, and the means by which needed data may be obtained. • Prepares a variety of recurring and ad hoc reports by gathering, assembling, and extracting relevant data to support both the day-to-day operations and strategic planning of the college. Ensures reports are produced on schedule, formatted appropriately per guidance from the Director, Institutional Research and Reporting, and made widely available to appropriate end-users. • Develops dashboards and/or database reports (Argos) to replace the generation of reports that occur at regular intervals. Provide training to appropriate administrative support to appropriate faculty and staff on the use of database reports and dashboards. • Leads the planning, management, and administration of national survey administrations (e.g., CSSEE, SENSE, Ruffalo Noel-Levitz, etc.); collaborates with internal staff to design, administer, provide analysis (i.e., descriptive, and inferential), interpretation, and reporting on internal survey results (e.g., graduating students, student satisfaction, etc.) with guidance from the Associate Vice President or Director, Institutional Research and Reporting. • Collaborates to identify data needed to effectively answer questions related to setting priorities, decision-making processes, and to the clarification of management objectives. • Collects and maintains pertinent information (e.g., SQL Scripts, directions/narrative, baseline data/evidence) needed to complete regularly scheduled internal (e.g., Board Reports; Presidential Goals, Factbook) and external (e.g., State, Federal, Accreditation Reporting); develops and maintains Argos Reports and Power BI Dashboards related to such ongoing data needs with guidance from the Director, Institutional Research and Reporting. Job Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, and three or more years of related experience in data field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in higher education is preferred. • Supervisory Experience: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. • Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze and interpret statistical reports, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. Ability to author reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills required. SQL and/or State Reporting Experience Preferred • Math Ability: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. The ability to interpret and create graphs. • Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to work with graphs and formulas. • Computer Skills Knowledge of reporting, query, database, spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, e-mail, Internet, and presentation software. The expertise in query languages such as SQL and report software such as ARGOS. Knowledge of BANNER is preferred. Expertise in producing statistical reports using query languages is required. Ability to use and extrapolate data from SCF database system. Pre-Employment Screenings: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal background screenings and employment reference checks. In accordance with Florida law, applicants and employees are encouraged to review the AHCA Background Screening Education & Awareness webpage, which provides information and resources on background screening requirments. Visit the https://ahca.myflorida.com/health-quality-assurance/bureau-of-central-services/background-screening for more information . Satement of Non-Discrimination: State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota does not discriminate on the basis of sex, pregnancy, race, religion, age, national origin/ethnicity, color, marital status, disability, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its educational programs, services and activities, including admission and employment. Direct inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies to: Equity Officer, 941-752-5599, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton, FL 34207. To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6671455 Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/ jeid-a93fa5aef7ed554cadbcbdf57e5e0ebb