Senior Data Analyst at Utah State University

OverviewUtah State Universitys Office of Data and Analytics is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Data Analyst with 5 years of experience to join our growing team. This senior level role serves as the lead analyst for state federal and external reporting ensuring the accurate and timely submission of institutional addition the analyst will support ad-hoc and operational reporting needs with an emphasis on front-end analytics dashboard creation and data interpretation to support institutional decision-making. The analyst will work closely with data engineering and data quality teams but will not be responsible for back-end development or data remediation.This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment is passionate about turning data into actionable insights and has experience working within modern data analytics platforms. This position is eligible for hybrid work within the state of Utah.Responsibilities60% of the timeLead and support the preparation validation and submission of accurate timely institutional data to state (USHE) federal and external agencies (e.g. IPEDS US News Common Data Set etc.).Ensure reporting compliance with state and federal definitions timelines and documentation requirements.Support institutional ad-hoc and recurring internal reporting requests partnering with other analysts on the team to ensure consistency and quality.30% of the timeDesign build and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI Tableau or similar platforms.Translate complex data sets into clear actionable insights for stakeholders across academic and administrative units.Document analytical processes data sources and report logic to ensure transparency and reproducibility.10% of the timeCollaborate with data engineers to ensure access to structured modeled and high-quality data.Contribute to metadata enrichment by providing descriptive and operational context for published reports.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsBachelors degree in relevant fields such as Data Analytics Information Systems Statistics Business Intelligence or a related discipline (work equivalency accepted)5 years of professional experience in data analysis business intelligence or a related role.Demonstrated proficiency in modern analytics platforms (e.g. Power BI Tableau or similar).Strong SQL skills and experience querying structured data from relational databases.Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.Experience working with large complex datasets in a structured analytics environment.Familiarity with data governance principles especially around metadata data quality and access controls.Preferred QualificationsExperience in higher education or public sector analytics.Previous experience as IPEDS KeyholderFamiliarity with Snowflake DBT or similar cloud-based data platforms.Understanding of role- attribute- and purpose-based access models.Familiarity with higher education data and reporting processes.Exposure to DAMA-DMBOK or similar data management frameworks.Experience contributing to AI-readiness initiatives through structured data and metadata practices.Required DocumentsAlong with the online application please attach:Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CVCover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**Advertised SalaryMinimum of $75000 commensurate with experienceADAEmployees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.College/Department HighlightsThe Office of Data and Analytics empowers Utah State University to make informed strategic decisions through trusted data and advanced analytics. We lead initiatives in data governance integration and insights to support academic excellence operational efficiency and institutional effectiveness. Central to our mission is the USU Analytics initiative which delivers a modern data and analytics platform designed to provide timely accurate and actionable information for planning assessment and innovation. Through this initiative we enable campus partners to leverage data for student success resource optimization and evidence-based decision-making to enhance the USU experience.University HighlightsFounded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties. Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at or.*updated 09/2025Notice of Non-discriminationIn its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring promotion transfer or termination based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal state or local law.Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race color religion sex familial status disability national origin source of income sexual orientation or gender identity. Additionally the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.In all circumstances Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:Matthew PinnerExecutive Director Civil Rights & Title IX Office Old Main Rm. 401D1475 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322Cody CarmichaelTitle IX Coordinator Old Main Rm. 402D1475 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322For further information regarding non-discrimination please visit or contact: U.S. Department of Education Denver Regional Office U.S. Department of Education Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights *updated 10/2025Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Databases,Data Analytics,Microsoft Access,SQL,Power BI,R,Tableau,Data Management,Data Mining,SAS,Data Analysis Skills,Analytics Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1