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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Assistant/Associate Director for Technology and Career Center Data Analytics - **Company:** Lafayette College - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Information Systems, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Data Security, Data Visualization, Document-Oriented Databases, Microsoft Office, Power BI, Student Information Systems, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Tableau (Software), Information Technology, Tools for Reporting - **Published:** August 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://admissions.lafayette.edu/apply/ ## About the Role * Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Data Science, Higher Education Administration, Information Systems, or a related field preferred. * Experience: 3-5 years of experience managing complex technology systems (e.g., Handshake, Symplicity, PeopleGrove, or Ellucian CRM). * Technical Skills: * Proficiency in SQL and BI/Reporting tools (Tableau, Power BI). o Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills (Excel power user). o Experience with data visualization and dashboard creation. * Soft Skills: o Exceptional ability to translate complex data into "plain English" for diverse stakeholders. o Strong project management skills with the ability to lead initiatives independently. o High degree of discretion and ability to handle confidential student information. * Availability: Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support major events (e.g., Career Fairs, Divisional orientations). ## Description 1. Career Center Data & Outcomes (Primary Focus) * Outcomes Reporting: Lead the collection and analysis of First Destination Survey (FDS) data in accordance with NACE standards; manage the timeline with partners (e.g., Embark) to ensure high knowledge rates and 6-month reporting compliance. * Performance Metrics: Generate routine and ad-hoc reports for the AVP on department activities (counseling, recruiting, engagement) for the Annual Report. * Trend Analysis: Use quantitative and qualitative techniques to identify patterns in student career readiness and employer engagement, disseminating insights to internal and external stakeholders. * Career Fair Operations: Lead the technical and logistical data flow for career fairs, including employer registration (TouchNet), CRM integration, and budget oversight. 2. Divisional Assessment & Data Analytics (Spoke Services) * Divisional Resource: Serve as a subject matter expert for the Division of Academic Affairs regarding assessment data, helping other departments design surveys and interpret metrics. Conduct 1-2 divisional data projects annually as schedule allows. * Dashboard Development: Standardize and automate routine reports and dashboards for divisional leadership using SQL and BI tools (Tableau, Power BI). * Data Governance: Establish and document data governance protocols and workflow standards across various platforms to ensure data integrity across the division. * Strategic Recommendations: Review divisional processes to ensure technology systems support both Career Center missions and broader College-wide student success initiatives. 3. Technology Systems & Technical Support * System Administration: Manage the maintenance and updates for core platforms including Handshake, Uconnect, and Ellucian CRM. Serve as the primary point of contact for CSM account representatives. * Innovation & Research: Conduct research on new software products to justify recommendations and support purchasing efforts for the division; lead prototype testing and implementation. * Staff Development: Serve as the primary technical support for Career Center staff; design and deliver training for new software and system updates. * ITS Liaison: Act as the division's key point of contact with Information Technology Services (ITS) to ensure data security, system integration, and innovative technical practices. ## Related Videos - [Crypto-secure Data Management with In-Database Blockchain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/632-crypto-secure-data-management-with-in-database-blockchain) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Your organization as a Graph](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2051-your-organization-as-a-graph) - [Web-based Information Visualization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/84-web-based-information-visualization) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) ## Related Articles - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production)