Data Analyst IIIEnterprise Report Developer

Note for Current UM Employees Current employees must apply internally via ConnectU > The University of Mississippi The University of Mississippi fondly referred to as Ole Miss stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacy of academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant inclusive community where every member student faculty and staff can achieve their fullest potential. Department Summary The Data Warehouse and Analytics Team in Academic Computing is a new organization that supports project Encompass and its new warehouse and reporting tool Ellucian Insights. The UM Office of Academic Computing works to advance the University of Mississippis teaching and discovery missions through technology. A unit of the broader UM Office of Information Technology Academic Computing is a customer-focused organization comprising user support services instructional technology high performance computing and data reporting and initiative is highly prized and well supported across all levels of the Academic Computing team. Role Specifications Below you will find classification and compensation information. For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page. Family - Information Technology Sub-Family - Data Analytics Career Track / Level - P3 Grade - 10 Min: $68,682 Mid: $85,842 Max: $103,002 Role Summary The Data Analyst III is responsible for the design, development, testing, implementation, maintenance and support of reporting and analytic solutions within Ellucian Insights and other data visualization tools for Student Information System (SIS) and Enterprise Resource Platform ERP specific requirements. This includes working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure reporting solutions align with business objectives, providing expert guidance on best practices for reporting and analytics, and staying current with new features and releases. Responsibilities also include assisting the data governance team with creating resources (libraries, dictionaries, catalogs) for community consumption. Examples of Work Performed Create reports, dashboards, models using the GUI and SQL editor via Ellucian tools for reporting. Support university offices with requests for data products (reports, models, visualizations). Become fluent in Ellucian Banner data tables, naming conventions and UM's data processing. Collaborate with institutional research IT and departmental units to ensure consistency and integrity of data. Design development and delivery of analytical reports, dashboards and data visualizations to inform decision-making at the executive and departmental levels. Maintain rigorous data governance practices and uphold confidentiality and security standards when handling sensitive information. Provide expert guidance to users of data products and the tools used to create them. Create functions, custom views, custom data tables for report writing via Ellucian tools. Perform complex data analysis including forecasting, trend analysis and scenario planning to support strategic initiatives. Integrate data from multiple sources including ERP, HR and various external student systems ensuring consistency, accuracy and integrity. Assist Data Governance with the creation and / or implementation of governance tools. Essential Functions Collects, prepares and integrates various large and complex data sets to be utilized in various assessment scenarios. Analyzes and models data to identify trends, test hypotheses, formulate recommendations and answer questions. Composes and assembles reports based on the analysis of various large and complex data sets to clearly articulate results and findings to multiple and diverse audiences. Minimum Education & Experience Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Management and Information Systems, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics or a related field. Experience: Six Years Experience. An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis. Preferred Qualifications Masters degree in related field. Demonstrated proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI), spreadsheet modeling, data querying languages (e.g. SQL) and data formats (e.g. JSON, CSV). Proven experience managing complex datasets and conducting advanced quantitative analysis. Experience with ERP and SIS (e.g. Workday, Banner, SAP). Familiarity with institutional data and reporting. Experience with statistical or programming tools such as R or Python. Key Competencies Strong analytical problem‑solving and critical thinking abilities. Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate data into strategic insights. Ability to work independently and with a team to manage multiple priorities. Highly collaborative and adaptable with a customer‑focused mindset. Commitment to data accuracy, documentation and continuous improvement. Please include a resume and cover letter expressing your interest in this specific role. EEO Statement The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, or genetic information or any other legally protected status. Minimum Physical Requirements Physical Requirements: These requirements are not exhaustive and additional job‑related physical requirements may be added by individual agencies on an as‑needed basis. Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements. Physical Exertion: The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds. Vision: Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking / Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening. Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this job the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear, use hands to finger‑handle or feel, sit periodically, stand occasionally, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity / Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview. Background Check Statement The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. Employment Type : Full‑Time Experience : Years Vacancy : 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr