Analyst, Data & Artificial Intelligence

Dallas College; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College seeks an Analyst in Data & Artificial Intelligence Analytics to lead advanced forecasting models and financial analyses supporting budget planning. The role involves designing dashboards and translating complex data into actionable recommendations for Finance leadership, while researching AI capabilities to improve processes.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 8+ years of experience in business analysis and data modeling, with strong executive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Public Administration, or related field.
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in business analysis and data modeling.
• Executive level presentation skills required.
• Experience developing financial forecasts, long-range financial plans, and executive-level reporting.
• Experience implementing business intelligence tools, analytics platforms, or AI-enabled business solutions.
• Must possess a current and valid Texas driver’s license.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure of Dallas College.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced forecasting models supporting annual and multi-year budget planning.
• Analyze revenues, expenditures, staffing, enrollment, tuition, and other financial drivers.
• Perform scenario analysis, financial modeling, and sensitivity analyses to support executive decision-making.
• Evaluate financial impacts of legislative changes, economic trends, and institutional initiatives.
• Conduct complex financial and operational analyses.
• Design dashboards, executive reports, and key performance metrics.
• Translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations for Finance leadership.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities that influence financial performance.
• Research, evaluate, and pilot AI capabilities that improve financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and business processes.
• Identify opportunities to automate recurring analyses and operational workflows.
• Assist in developing standards for responsible AI implementation and governance.
• Stay informed on emerging AI technologies and recommend practical applications.
• Develop analytical standards, documentation, and best practices.
• Support cross-functional analytical projects supporting Finance priorities.

Skills

Executive presentation skills

Financial forecasting

Financial modeling

Scenario planning

AI governance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business Analytics/Data Analytics/Information Systems/Public Administration or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel (advanced)

SQL (advanced)

Workday ERP

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

## Analyst, Data & Artificial IntelligenceApply: Service Center: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 26, 2026 (17 days left to apply): R14277## ## **Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. CT on the day before the listed closing date.** **Weekly Work Hours**40**Compensation Range**Staff Range N07**Salary Minimum**$79,439.00 Annually**FLSA**United States of America (Exempt) **Work Location*** All positions are considered on-site roles.* After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy.* Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law.**Position Type**Staff**Position / Job Summary**Supports the Office of Finance's Data & Artificial Intelligence Analytics Department responsible for advanced financial modeling, forecasting, strategic budget analysis, and AI-enabled process improvement. The position leads complex analytical initiatives that support institutional planning while mentoring analysts and evaluating innovative technologies that improve Finance operations. **Essential Duties & Responsibilities*** Develop advanced forecasting models supporting annual and multi-year budget planning.* Analyze revenues, expenditures, staffing, enrollment, tuition, and other financial drivers.* Perform scenario analysis, financial modeling, and sensitivity analyses to support executive decision-making.* Evaluate financial impacts of legislative changes, economic trends, and institutional initiatives.* Conduct complex financial and operational analyses.* Design dashboards, executive reports, and key performance metrics.* Translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations for Finance leadership.* Identify trends, risks, and opportunities that influence financial performance.* Research, evaluate, and pilot AI capabilities that improve financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and business processes.* Identify opportunities to automate recurring analyses and operational workflows.* Assist in developing standards for responsible AI implementation and governance.* Stay informed on emerging AI technologies and recommend practical applications.* Develop analytical standards, documentation, and best practices.* Support cross-functional analytical projects supporting Finance priorities.* **Required Dallas College Professional Development Hours per Academic Year.*** **All employees are required to complete a minimum of 19 hours.*** **People leaders are required an additional 16 hours of leadership development.*** **Perform other duties not listed as assigned.*** **undefinedThe following duties are required for People Leader roles specifically:Exercises full discretion and decision-making authority in the recruitment, selection, hiring, mentoring, coaching, development & termination of staff, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, budgetary constraints, and workforce planning strategies.Drive high performance by administering the performance management process timely, setting clear expectations, conducting performance evaluations, and implementing initiatives that enhance employee engagement, motivation, and retention.** **Minimum and Preferred – Education, Experience, and/or Certifications****Required Qualifications for Role (necessary or mandatory)*** Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Public Administration, or related field. Official transcripts are required.* Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in business analysis and data modeling.* Executive level presentation skills required.* Experience developing financial forecasts, long-range financial plans, and executive-level reporting.* Experience implementing business intelligence tools, analytics platforms, or AI-enabled business solutions.* Must possess a current and valid Texas driver’s license.* Ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure of Dallas College.* undefined* undefined**Other Preferred Qualifications for Role (not mandatory, but advantageous)**Experience developing and implementing that are designed to meet the needs of the college community. Executive level presentationBilingual or multilingual preferred· Power BI or Tableau or other modeling tools· Excel (advanced)· SQL (advanced query)· ERP systems (Workday preferred)· Microsoft Copilot· Predictive analytics toolsundefinedundefinedundefined**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities****Required Qualifications for Role (necessary or mandatory)*** Understanding of governmental or higher education budgeting and finance principles.* Intermediate experience in financial forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning.* Experience participating in budget development and resource allocation methodologies.* Knowledge of business intelligence and performance measurement.* Continuous learning of AI technologies, governance, ethics, and responsible use data governance and reporting best practices.* undefined**Other Preferred Qualifications for Role (not mandatory, but advantageous)**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred**Work Condition Environment / Physical Requirements**Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. *The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.*