Lead Strategic Analyst, Academic Initiatives

Lead Strategic Analyst, Academic Initiatives

Company:
Dallas College

Job Location:

Category:
Institutional Research and Planning

Type:
Full-Time

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date.

Weekly Work Hours
40

Compensation Range
Staff Range N08

Salary Minimum
$87,500.00 Annually

FLSA
United States of America (Exempt)

Position Type
Staff

Position Summary

This position provides advanced analytical support, strategic planning, and project management for the Academic Initiatives department. Responsibilities include SAS programming, collaboration with internal and external teams, and accountability for operational effectiveness and efficiency to support Dallas College's mission and goals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to independently drive operational success within the Academic Initiatives department in alignment with Dallas College's mission.
• Skilled in applying quantitative and qualitative methods to analyze data supporting key academic initiatives.
• Capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, adapting quickly to new policies, technologies, and methodologies.
• Strategic thinker with expertise in predictive modeling, data visualization, and effective communication.
• Proven ability to work successfully with diverse communities.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Business Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field with emphasis on data visualization, SAS programming, research design, and advanced analytics.
  Official transcripts required.
• Flexibility to work extended hours during peak periods, including nights and weekends.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience with SAS, SQL, Power BI, Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Power Automate, Power Apps, Access, PowerPoint), and SharePoint.

Other Preferred Qualifications for Role (not mandatory, but advantageous)

• Preferred: Experience with Workday, Ad Astra Scheduling, Boomi, Edify (EAB), and higher education environments.
• Strongly prefer: SAS certification, experience with R or Python, and use of SAS Enterprise Guide, Miner, and Visual Analytics.
• Bilingual preferred.
• School/Education Transcripts

*** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

Key responsibilities

• Serve as a business analytics analyst, SAS programmer, and report developer for Academic Initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to establish quality control databases that enhance data accuracy.
• Identify and resolve data issues promptly.
• Develop and maintain ad-hoc and recurring reports.
• Provide strategic data support and research for the Academic Services division.
• Collect and analyze complex data sets to inform academic initiatives and decision-making.
• Consult with stakeholders to design metrics, dashboards, predictive models, and reports.
• Deliver executive summaries and visualizations to communicate insights to leadership.
• Train stakeholders on data interpretation and analytical techniques.
• Partner with leadership to improve organizational processes and outcomes.
• Manage multiple projects with shifting priorities and deadlines.
• Make strategic decisions based on historical context and stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrate innovation, attention to detail, and strategic thinking.
• Lead cross-departmental initiatives that align Academic Initiatives with broader institutional goals.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on data-driven academic planning and innovation.
• Manage high-impact projects with institution-wide visibility, ensuring alignment with compliance, accreditation, and performance metrics.
• All employees are required to complete a minimum of 19 hours.
• People leaders are required an additional 16 hours of leadership development
• Exercises full discretion and decision-making authority in the recruitment, selection, hiring, mentoring, coaching, development & termination of staff, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, budgetary constraints, and workforce planning strategies.
• Drive high performance by administering the performance management process timely, setting clear expectations, conducting performance evaluations, and implementing initiatives that enhance employee engagement, motivation, and retention.
• Perform other as assigned and not listed

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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****Applications Deadline****
May 22, 2026