Data Analyst

Job no: 531502
Work type: Classified Staff
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Information Technology, Computer and Information Science, Data Science

Department: Information Services
Classification: Analyst Programmer 3
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $74,484.00 - $118,128.00 per year
FTE: 1.0

Review of Applications Begins

April 17, 2023; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

To be considered for this position, submit a complete application that includes an online application, resume, and cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications.

Department Summary

Information Services (IS) is the central information technology unit at the University of Oregon and provides wide ranging services to campus. Information Services consists of four major functional areas: Customer Experience, which serves as the key contact point for interactions with campus clients and customers; Applications & Middleware, which manages and supports applications, integration services, identity management and data management; Information Security, which helps protect virtual or physical information; and Technology Infrastructure, which provides administration and support for the software, hardware, and services needed to support the campus IT environment. Information Services also includes the Advanced Network Technology Center. IS works closely with the Network for Education and Research in Oregon.

Established in 1876, the University of Oregon offers a breadth and depth of curricula with more than 270 academic programs and provides the opportunity to work at a respected research university with a strong holistic, liberal arts foundation. The UO also has a history of political and social involvement that embraces diverse beliefs, cultures, and values, and it is committed to environmental responsibility.

The university is also proud of the Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, an initiative specifically designed to fast-track scientific discoveries and the process of turning those discoveries into innovations that improve the quality of life for people in Oregon, the nation and beyond. Information Services collaborates with Research and Innovation and our schools and colleges to support the research, teaching, and learning mission of the university.

Eugene is the home of the University of Oregon. Located in the lush Willamette Valley, Eugene is well-known for outdoor pursuits like running, cycling, rafting, and fishing, as well as arts, music, crafts, brewing, wine-making, and community-supported agriculture. With branches in Portland and on the Oregon coast, the UO is deeply connected to Oregon's natural and cultural treasures.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Business Intelligence Manager, the Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst will design, implement, deploy and support enterprise level BI services in conjunction with other members of the team. The demands for trusted institutional data are exponentially rising as complex data analytics inform institutional decisions and planning. This position provides complex data analysis, report development, and training for enterprise-level Integrated Data and Reporting (IDR) services.

This position functions within a team to initiate, promote and coordinate activities to foster growth within the University analytics and report writing community. The position works closely with academic and administrative units to analyze data and reporting needs and provide appropriate solutions. This position also responds to and resolves end-user requests/issues, leads or participates in end-user support and training activities and acts in the role of analyst to define and meet University Business Intelligence needs.

Essential Personnel
This position may provide essential services during times of emergencies and inclement weather. This position may be required to fulfill essential services and functions during these times.

Candidates who promote and enhance diversity are strongly desired.

Minimum Requirements

This classification requires a basic foundation of knowledge and skills in systems analysis and related programming support functions generally obtained by a bachelor's degree in computer science, or an equivalent amount of training and applied experience.

Professional Competencies

• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrated advanced problem solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to audiences with a wide range of technical skills
• Ability to adapt within a rapidly changing technical environment
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Keen attention to detail in analysis and validation and strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to audiences with a wide range of technical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with IBM Cognos or MS Power BI
• Experience developing in cloud data services (Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS, Google Cloud, etc.)
• Experience with higher education ERP solutions; such as, Banner, PeopleSoft, etc.
• Experience with direct query languages and tools such as SQL
• Experience analyzing and reporting on Financial, HR or Student Information System data
• Experience with ITIL or ITSM

FLSA Exempt: Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

University of Oregon students and employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information see: https://hr.uoregon.edu/uo-covid-19-vaccination-requirement-employee-process.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination.

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