Data Analyst - Admissions

• Projects specific to this portfolio include, but are not limited to:
• Analyzing both applicant and enrollment data to identify trends and opportunities, and to evaluate the effectiveness of office initiatives.
• Monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs) to inform strategic planning for recruitment, yield, and prospect funnel.
• Creating and/or contributing to presentations, reports, and deliverables appropriate for a variety of campus stakeholders.
• Synthesizing and communicating data, methods, conclusions, and recommendations in an effective and relevant manner.
• Liaise with campus partners, such as the Office of Graduate Admissions, the Office of Institutional Research, University Counsel, and the Student Services Technology Team, regarding data and project based work.
• Liaise with external partners, such as College Board, Scoir, Common Application, and Coalition for College.
• As requested by the Dean and/or Director, create, facilitate, or contribute to office training initiatives for admissions officers and/or administrative staff.
• Complete other projects and duties as assigned.

While our office functions in a hybrid modality, the Admissions Data Analyst should expect to have a regular campus presence.

*A letter of interest and resume are required for this position.

This description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Employee may perform other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Several years of progressively responsible experience in data analysis
• Excellent communication, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated experience with and strong working knowledge of Slate or a similar CRM.
• Demonstrated experience creating and delivering data-driven reports and presentations.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to “tell a story” using data.
• Experience with statistical software, such as R, State, SPSS, or other tools.
• Demonstrated project management skills, preferably in a fast-paced, timeline-driven environment.
• Cultural sensitivity and experience working with diverse populations.
• Comfort traveling both independently and as part of a group.
• Experience working within higher education