Business Data Analyst

Austin Community College; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A public educational institution in Virginia seeks a candidate to manage data and support program performance reporting. The successful applicant will create reports, analyze data, and collaborate with IT for technological solutions. Strong skills in data management, database development, and proficiency in SQL Server and Microsoft Office are required. Effective communication skills and the ability to work with various data systems are essential for thriving in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills with logical reasoning.
• Ability to manage and integrate large data sets.
• Knowledge of database principles and business process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Create and update reports to support management.
• Research and analyze data from various systems.
• Act as IT liaison for business technology needs.

Skills

Data management

Database development

Performance management

SQL Server

Microsoft Office products

Project data management

Tools

SAS-R

Microsoft SharePoint

Power BI

Job description

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Job Description

Plan, manage and coordinate designated activities related to assigned program area(s). Research and analyze the statewide business relative to planning, performance measures, customer feedback, performance improvements, and communicate results. Support programmatic analysis, reporting, and data management functions by developing and maintaining databases and data services needed to support the business. Apply business knowledge and technical expertise in developing tools to help make data driven decisions, report on program performance, and build efficiencies into daily work products and processes. Respond to ad‑hoc requests for information. Perform all functions in compliance with state regulations and policies. Function as technical liaison to the Information Technology Division (ITD) and external partners and demonstrate high proficiency in computer software applications with some programming capabilities. Develop recommendations and maintain documentation for improvements to existing data, systems and system configuration, and processes in support of business activities and provide technical assistance for developed applications to all end users.

How you will contribute

• Business Reporting: Create and update various types of reports to support management for assigned program and report on performance and performance metrics. Recommend and provide new reports as needed and ensure reports address stakeholder and management needs.
• Data Management: Research, compile, organize, and analyze large amounts of data from various systems and sources; revise and update existing databases to include adding new data fields and developing recommendations and maintaining documentation for improvements to existing data, systems, and processes.
• IT Liaison: Seek out and adopt technology to assist business group(s). Work with IT professionals in creating, testing and aligning technology to meet business processes.

What will make you successful

• Demonstrated skill developing and managing large data sets and integrating data from different sources and across different platforms.
• Knowledge of the interrelationships among project data, including phases, schedules, and estimates.
• Knowledge of theory and principles of database development, data management, business process improvement, and performance management.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office products.
• Proficient use of SQL Server and writing database queries in SQL.
• Some knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to apply logic and reasoning to identify and analyze problem areas and recommend various solutions consistent with applicable regulations and policies.
• Demonstrated skill developing, managing large data sets, integrating data from different sources and across different platforms.
• Knowledge of theory and principles of database development, data management, business process improvement, and performance management.
• Proficient use of Microsoft software.
• Proficient use of SQL Server and writing database queries in SQL.
• Skill in oral and written communication to build effective relationships.
• Skill in working with business and financial information systems.

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of statistical analysis using SAS‑R, mathematical based modeling experience.
• Knowledge of statistical methods, data analysis, needs assessments, and principles of business process evaluation.
• Proficient use of Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, Excel, Power BI, etc.