Senior Data Analyst

The Senior Data Analyst plays a critical role in advancing data-informed decision-making across the university. This position is responsible for leading complex data analysis, developing scalable reporting solutions, and translating data into actionable insights that support institutional priorities.

This role goes beyond standard reporting and serves as a strategic partner to leadership, helping to shape data strategy, improve data quality, and enhance the university's ability to leverage analytics for planning and performance.

Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks

Strategic Data Analysis & Insights:

• Lead advanced data analysis to support institutional initiatives, fundraising performance, and operational effectiveness.
• Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to inform strategic decision-making.

Reporting & Dashboard Development:

• Design, build, and maintain dynamic dashboards and reports (e.g., Power BI or similar tools).
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and usability across reporting platforms.
• Automate recurring reports to improve efficiency and reduce manual processes.

Data Management & Quality:

• Partner with internal stakeholders to improve data integrity, governance, and standardization.
• Develop and document data definitions, business rules, and reporting standards.
• Troubleshoot data discrepancies and implement long-term solutions.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as a key liaison between technical teams and business users.
• Gather requirements from leadership and translate them into scalable data solutions.
• Present findings in a clear, concise, and compelling manner to non-technical audiences.

Leadership & Process Improvement:

• Mentor junior staff or serve as a subject matter expert for data and reporting best practices.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance reporting capabilities.
• Stay current on emerging trends in data analytics and higher education reporting.

Perform other duties as assigned., The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Information Systems, Statistics, Business, or related field. Five (5) years of experience in data analysis, reporting, or business intelligence.

• May accept a combination of education and experience.

Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate complex data clearly to diverse audiences. High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Strategic thinking with the ability to connect data to business outcomes.

• Initiative and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges. Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas. Providing exceptional patient care, comprehensive education and innovative research, The University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center and UT Health East Texas combine to serve as the university medical center for Northeast Texas and beyond., For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits.