Analytics and Data Manager

Inside Higher Ed; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 64,883 - 79,302; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking a full-time Analytics and Data Manager. The candidate will oversee data collection and analysis to improve graduation and retention rates, particularly for first-generation students. Required qualifications include experience with Microsoft Access and strong organizational and communication skills. The position offers a salary range of $72,093 commensurate with qualifications. Applications are due by December 14, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience with data collection and database management.
• Prior work experience in a higher education environment.
• Proficiency in customer service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data collection, management, and analysis.
• Guide strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Monitor key performance indicators for graduation outcomes.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Data analysis

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Tools

Microsoft Access

Job description

Analytics and Data Manager

Department: PROV Graduation and Retention Network

Advertised Salary Range: $72,093 - Salary commensurate with qualifications

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Job Close Date: 12/14/2025

Job Summary: The Analytics and Data Manager advances student success initiatives by supporting the Graduation and Retention Network (GARNET), the First-Generation Center (FGC), and for the Office of the Provost as requested. This role oversees data collection, management, and analysis to guide strategic decision-making and continuous improvement. The manager leads data analysis efforts, monitors key performance indicators, and researches trends to identify opportunities for improving graduation and retention outcomes, including for first-generation students. Additionally, the position coordinates course offerings for Winter Session and advises academic departments on scheduling for special part-of-term courses including the Summer Semester.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer Microsoft Access experience/proficiency, data collection/database experience and demonstrated customer service skills. Prior experience working in a higher education environment with academic course registration processes.

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Prefer Microsoft Access experience/proficiency, data collection/database experience and demonstrated customer service skills. Prior experience working in a higher education environment with academic course registration processes.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to compose, prepare and edit correspondence, reports and publications with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data using various data collection methods and mathematical techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, program coordination, planning and proofreading skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions, staying current with fluid receipt of information in varying formats.
• Excellent customer service and human relations skills, especially the ability to work with other office members to accomplish complex tasks.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and professionalism.
• Knowledge of general office practices/procedures and computing hardware/software resources.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by December 14, 2025.

To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/197132

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