Assistant Director, Data

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 81,289 - 118,418; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement Plans (CalPERS)

Educational Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

California State University Long Beach (CSULB) is seeking an Assistant Director of Data and Reporting Services to support CRM, reporting, data quality, and business systems for Advancement Services. The role translates fundraising and engagement needs into reports, dashboards, data workflows, and testing plans to enable data‑driven decision making.

The position focuses on implementing a modern reporting environment within the CRM, driving data governance, and partnering with stakeholders to

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or related technical field and four years of related experience required.
• Preferred qualifications include hands-on experience administering fundraising CRM databases and experience with Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Lead gathering and analysis of reporting requirements and development of custom queries and reports.
• Coordinate development, integration, and automation of CRM reporting environments and related systems with stakeholders, vendors, and IT.
• Lead benchmarking and strategic reporting initiatives using external data sources to inform fundraising performance and executive decision‑making.

Skills

Power BI

FetchXML

Python

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or related technical field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Microsoft Power Platform

Office 365

Job description

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Data and Reporting Services supports the CRM, reporting, data quality, and business systems needs of University Relations and Development. The incumbent translates advancement business needs into reports, dashboards, data workflows, integration requirements, testing plans, and process improvements that support fundraising, alumni engagement, stewardship, and strategic planning. The incumbent is also responsible for advancement benchmarking, peer analysis, and strategic reporting initiatives. In addition, this position plays a central role in implementing a modern reporting environment within the CRM system to support data‑informed decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead in the gathering and analyzing of reporting requirements and development of custom queries and reports that support division goals and responsibilities.
• Coordinate the development, integration, and automation of CRM reporting environments and related systems, including collaborating with stakeholders, vendors, and IT to implement system enhancements, integrations, and upgrades.
• Lead advancement benchmarking, peer analysis, and strategic reporting initiatives by leveraging outside data sources including CASE Insights and other comparative sources to inform fundraising performance, resource allocation, and executive decision‑making.

Department

Advancement Services

Time Base: 1.0 time‑base, 40 hours per week.

Duration of Appointment: 1‑year temporary position with no permanent status granted.

Classification: Business Systems Analyst III.

Salary Range

• Hiring Range: $7,284 (Step 1) – $8,367 (Step 8) per month.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: $7,284 (Step 1) – $10,611 (Step 20) per month.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
• Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate possesses a strong working knowledge of querying, reporting, and data visualization tools, with proficiency in Power BI, FetchXML, Python, and SQL. They demonstrate a solid understanding of data quality management and data governance best practices, coupled with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable, and user‑friendly insights. Success in this role requires strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking abilities, as well as excellent communication and collaboration skills to thrive in a team‑oriented environment. The candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining data accuracy and integrity. Preferred qualifications include hands‑on experience administering fundraising CRM databases, including data maintenance, application implementation, reporting, and system security, as well as experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, the Microsoft Power Platform, and Office 365.

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or related technical field and four years of related experience required.
• Preferred qualifications include hands‑on experience administering fundraising CRM databases, including data maintenance, application implementation, reporting, and system security, as well as experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, the Microsoft Power Platform, and Office 365.

Application Procedures

Application Closes: 14 August 2026. To apply, visit https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/lb/en-us/job/560054.

Equal Employment Statement

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.