Posting Details
Title Information
Security Sensitive Position?
Yes
Hours of Work
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number
TSU203774
Official TSU Title
Assistant Director of Business Intelligence
Grant Title
N/A
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary
JOB SUMMARY :
The Assistant Director of Business
Intelligence (BI) will be a key position in the Office of
University Planning & Analytics ( UPA ). The position will
support timely research initiatives required to maintain
institutional progression and efficiency regarding student success
outcomes, course analysis and employee data, etc. This position
will assist with strengthening the data infrastructure and
technology utilization to comprehensively provide meaningful data
that supports university data-driven decisions.
The Assistant Director of BI will be responsible for triangulating
data across multiple systems, i.e., the Student Information System
(Banner) and interrelated platforms, such as EAB (Educational
Advisory Board), Degree Works, etc. The position will develop
relational databases and data lakes for the creation and
maintenance of business intelligence resources and data
visualizations/dashboards. Data compilation from external sources,
such at the National Student Clearinghouse, IPEDS (Integrated
Postsecondary Education Data System), National Center of
Educational Statistics and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, etc.
area also within the scope of work for the Assistant Director of
BI.
Supporting the development and deployment of surveys/quick polls to
gain qualitative and quantitative insights will be key
responsibilities of this position. The Assistant Director of BI
will promote new technology offerings and provide reporting of key
success measures to university leaders, academic areas and
educational/industry partners. The provision of training will also
be required to assist the educational community with data awareness
and the utilization of technology resources.
Assistant Director of BI will coordinate research activities
including the review of academic program health, current job market
demands, and the scoping of peer institution and national data
collected through secondary sources.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS :
Strong working knowledge of Excel and/or SPSS, PowerBI/Tableau,
Argos software packages or similar business intelligence tools to
provide data analytics of various datasets. The ideal candidate
will have demonstrated Banner knowledge, and experience with robust
Excel modeling, and the use of data analytics platforms. Ability to
actively support the leveraging of technology to provide rapid
insights into key university measures. This will include frequent
collaboration with campus partners to monitor the progress of
platform utilization and reporting capabilities.
Essential Duties Summary
- Assembles datasets/relational databases from multiple
institutional and external sources.
Supports data infrastructure enhancements and
develops/maintains data visualizations/interactive dashboards.
Assists with the compilation, distribution of online
surveys/polls and the subsequent analysis.
Coordinates with academic areas on special reports, projects
and analyses, as needed.
Assists in developing strategic operations and services
offering of the departmental to support university-wide goals and
metrics.
Participating in multi-disciplinary projects, team
collaboration required, as needed.
Provides training and coaching to campus partners as needed
regarding data interpretation and reporting.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
% FTE
1.0
Hiring Range
$74,879.81 - $95,471.75
Education
Bachelor’s degree in social science, Computer Science or related
field is preferred.
Required Licensing/Certification
N/A
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Policies, procedures, and practices.
- State and Federal reporting guidelines.
- Requires specialized knowledge in a job function, the analysis
and/or procedural modifications associated with non-standard work
or situations.
- Banner and other job-related software systems.
- Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
Skill in:
- Detail oriented.
- Actively working with interdepartmental teams.
- Effective customer service.
- Problem-solving, troubleshooting and decision-making.
- Multitasking and time management.
- Both verbal and written communication.
Ability to:
- Prepare detailed reports.
- Use job-related software and systems.
Work Experience
- Five (5) years’ preferred experience in computer technology
and/or research areas.
- Demonstrated experience in data analysis, compilation,
visualization and reporting.
- Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical
infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer
networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid,
hazardous waste treatment or water treatment system.
Preferred:
- SQL /syntax report writing skills.
- Knowledge of Business Intelligence tools, such as Power BI,
Tableau, Argos, etc.
- Data compilation, data mining, etc.
- National data resources awareness.
Working/Environmental Conditions
- Routine office environment.
- Sitting or standing in one location much of the time.
- Some stooping, lifting or carrying objects lightweight may be
required.
Desired start date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Detail Information
UA EEO Statement
It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work
environment that is free from discrimination for all persons
regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected
veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or
employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly
observed in all University employment-related activities such as
advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment
training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment
benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and
discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion,
gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin,
individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected
veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with
the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws,
including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights
Act.
Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures
Close Date
09/10/2026
Open Until Filled (overrides close field)
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Open to all applicants.
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in social science, Computer
Science or related field is preferred?
- * Do you have five (5) years of preferred experience in
computer technology and/or research areas?
- * Do you have demonstrated experience in data analysis,
compilation, visualization and reporting?
- * Do you have knowledge of the following: SQL/syntax report
writing skills; Business Intelligence tools, such as Power BI,
Tableau, Argos, etc; Data compilation, data mining, etc; National
data resources awareness? Please list all that applies.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Official Transcripts
Optional Documents
- Other Document
- Reference Letter 1
- Reference Letter 2
- Reference Letter 3