"Business Administration Analyst"

Business Administration Analyst

Company: Auburn University

Job Location: Auburn University, 36849-5207

Category: Business and Financial Services

Type: Full-Time

Requisition Number: S4761P

Home Org Name: Assoc Prov & VP for Outreach

Division Name: Assoc Prov & VP for Outreach

Job Class Code: HC65A/B

Appointment Status: Full-time

Limited Term: No

Job Summary

The Office of the Vice President for University Outreach is currently accepting applications for an Business Administration Analyst I/II.

Auburn University's outreach and engagement mission is to partner with communities, businesses, schools and government to help people meet their educational goals and to improve quality of life all across our state.

This position conducts analytical studies to support the planning and evaluation of the unit. The successful candidate will assist with evidence-based decision making and monitors to ensure that the quality of data related to the Office of the Vice President for University Outreach.

Essential Functions

• Collect, analyze, and disseminate data to support strategic planning, decision-making, and program evaluation. This includes designing and administering surveys, performing statistical analysis, writing reports, and presenting findings.
• Conduct analytical studies and benchmarking to identify trends, improve operational efficiency and support cost-saving initiatives.
• Maintain databases and metrics related to community engagement, partnerships, and program initiatives, as well as develop dashboards and reports to track participation, outcomes and impact.
• Track performance metrics for grant-funded outreach programs and assist with data requirements and impact documentation for funders.
• Assist with budget planning and projection reports for outreach programs and prepare financial documents, including vendor vouchers, contracts and other related paperwork.
• Analyze business transactions to improve efficiency and support compliance.
• Monitor and ensure the accuracy and quality of data related to the division, as well as provide guidance on data collection and analysis methods to colleagues and leadership.
• Support the Division with various administrative tasks, such as drafting communications, editing documents and translating complex data into accessible insights for non-technical audiences.
• Represent the Office of the Vice President for University Outreach in collaborative meetings and on joint projects.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Level I: Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, statistics, information systems or related field.

Level II: Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, statistics, information systems or related field plus 2 years in design, analysis, and reporting of data analysis.

Higher-level degrees may be accepted in place of required experience.

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic accounting principals.

Minimum Technology Skills

Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience providing demographic, analytical and other information.
• Experience developing and maintaining data systems to support their analysis.

Salary Range: $43,050-$72,860

Job Category: Other

City position is located in Auburn

State position is located AL

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.