Data Analyst (Systems Programmer/Admins)

Position Summary:

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Data Analyst (Systems Programmer/Admins) for the School of Graduate Studies. This position will provide the overall vision for data needs in relation to all School of Graduate data initiatives and projects. The Data Analyst will work closely with the SGS Sr Leadership Team providing overall direction and management for the gathering, compiling, analyzing, interpreting, and reporting of data.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Designs data modeling and analysis services to mine various systems and applications, builds, deploys, and maintains data support tools, metadata inventories, and definitions for database file/table creation.
• Develops lasting technical solutions through the application of appropriate analytic tools, including Tableau and Excel, with a focus on effective integration and sustainability.
• Produces data visualizations that provide insight into dataset structure and meaning.
• Engages with the Dean of SGS to provide timely program KPI dashboards for graduate education and collaborates with the University Registrar and SGS degree certificate team to report on enrollment, attrition, and completion metrics, as well as with the SGS student support team to provide reporting on time-to-degree and funding.
• Develops policies, best practices, and system documentation in support of numerous big data initiatives.
• Helps drive a culture of continuous quality improvement through reporting that enhances decision-making.
• Investigates and performs QA on user issues.
• Conducts training and technical briefings for staff.
• Oversees and maintains data warehouse infrastructure, including patching, optimization, and audit review of critical data systems.
• Serves as liaison between SGS staff and Rutgers Office of Information Technology on matters related to data-related software purchases and SGS implementation of an updated website and its ongoing maintenance.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Math, Engineering, Business Administration, Computer Science or related field and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in information services.

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Equipment Utilized:

The position will utilize database and data analysis tools (e.g. Tableau) to understand, analyze and report on data.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Ability to travel to all RU-NB campuses.
Many buildings have stairs.
Visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal, reading, analyzing written information/data, etc.

Special Conditions:

Safe Driving Record.