Business Intelligence and Planning Analyst - 141484

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego is seeking a Business Intelligence and Planning Analyst within the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and Campus Life. You will translate campus data into actionable insights to optimize resources, drive revenue opportunities, and support workforce planning across all VAC-SACL units.

You will apply statistical methods, data-visualization best practices, and modeling techniques to projects of small to medium scope, communicating findings clearly to non-technical leaders and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field with strong analytics background.
• Working knowledge of BI functions and analytics.
• Experience with BI tools and internal databases; ability to produce reports.

Responsibilities

• Turn campus-wide data into actionable insights to optimize resources.
• Identify opportunities to drive revenue and workforce planning.
• Support program enhancements and strategic decision-making across VAC-SACL units.

Skills

BI analytics

reporting

data visualization

problem solving

communication

stakeholder collaboration

staff training

financial modeling

ad-hoc data requests

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics or related field

Tools

BI tools

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/2/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

This position is recently accredited into the TX union and will be part of that union moving forward.

DESCRIPTION

The Business Intelligence and Planning Analyst will be an analytical professional within the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and Campus Life (VAC-SACL) division.

The role serves the entire division and reports to the Director of Resource Planning in the AVC of Finance & Operations. The specialist is responsible for turning campus-wide data into actionable insights that optimize resources, drive revenue opportunities, workforce planning, program enhancements, and strategic decision-making across all AVC units.

Applies acquired skills and professional concepts to business analytics projects of small to medium size and intermediate scope and complexity.

Cover letter required for a complete application.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Business Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Information Systems, or a related field and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Working knowledge of business intelligence functions and analytics.
• Working knowledge of relevant internal databases, BI applications and tools. Ability to produce reports and documentation.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-resolution skills. Strong analytical mindset with the ability to apply statistical methods, data-visualization best practices, and business-modeling techniques to complex dataset
• Detail oriented, with demonstrated organizational skills.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information in a clear, concise manner. Strong communication skills for translating complex data into actionable insights for non-technical leaders.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with professional and technical staff. Ability to work cross-functionally with all professional levels, building strong stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to train staff at a variety of technical skill levels.
• Proven ability to develop financial and operational models that influence budgeting and revenue strategies.
• Experience managing ad-hoc data requests and delivering special-project reports on tight timelines.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.
• Cover letter required for a complete application.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $81,600 - $147,800 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $39.08 - $70.79

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).