Career Outcomes Data Analyst

American University; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Background check

Job summary

American University in Washington, DC, seeks a Career Outcomes Data Analyst to lead graduate outcomes data collection, analysis, and reporting. You will transform dispersed datasets into clear insights supporting student success, equity, and post-graduation outcomes.

Collaborate across teams to build dashboards and standardize reporting. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and 2–4 years in data analytics, with strong Excel and data-visualization skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2–4 years of data analysis experience.
• Experience in higher education or student success contexts preferred.
• Strong Excel skills and data visualization experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, analysis, and reporting of graduate outcomes data.
• Develop dashboards and recurring reporting for diverse stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Institutional Research and IT on data governance.
• Translate findings into actionable institutional insights.
• Support division and university-wide strategic planning.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel

Data visualization

Communication

Equity analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Job description

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.

Learn more about American University Department: Career Operations, Data & Systems Time Type: Full time Job Type: Regular FLSA Status: Exempt Work Modality: Hybrid 01 (On Campus 3‑4 Days/Week) Union: SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division This position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division. That means the terms and conditions of your employment are governed by university policy (including the Staff Personnel Policies Manual) and any collective bargaining agreement entered into between American University and SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division.

Job Description: Summary: The Career Outcomes Data Analyst leads the collection, analysis, interpretation, and communication of career outcomes and assessment data for the Career & Experiential Learning portfolio. This position provides analytical expertise to support the university's strategic commitments to student success, equitable access to high-impact experiences, and transparent post‑graduation outcomes. Reporting to the Director of Operations, Data & Systems, the Career Outcomes Data Analyst transforms complex and decentralized data into actionable insights that inform continuous improvement, resource allocation, and institutional decision‑making. Working in partnership with the Data & Career Systems Analyst, this position focuses on career outcomes, graduation census, program assessment, and strategic analytics related to student success beyond graduation.

Essential Functions

1. 1.) Career Outcomes & Graduate Data Lead the design, administration, analysis, and reporting of graduate outcomes and first‑destination data in alignment with national standards and best practices. Manage the Graduation Census process, including project planning, timelines, data collection, reconciliation, quality assurance, documentation, and reporting. Produce annual career outcomes reports and customized analyses for schools, academic programs, university leadership, accreditation efforts, and external stakeholders. Develop and maintain methodologies, definitions, and reporting standards that promote consistency, transparency, and comparability of outcomes data. Analyze trends in employment, graduate education, and post‑graduation success and communicate findings to stakeholders. Define and monitor key performance indicators related to career readiness, experiential learning, student engagement, and post‑graduation outcomes. Conduct ad hoc analyses to address strategic questions and support departmental planning and decision‑making.
2. 2.) Data Analysis & Visualization Analyze and integrate data from career systems, surveys, experiential learning programs, and institutional sources to support longitudinal and cross‑functional analysis. Develop and maintain dashboards, scorecards, visual reports, and recurring reporting processes for diverse stakeholder audiences. Conduct equity‑minded analyses to identify disparities in outcomes across student populations. Develop recommendations for programmatic, operational, and strategic improvements based on assessment findings. Translate complex analyses into actionable insights and recommendations for leadership and campus partners. Partner with the Operations and Data team to translate findings into clear, credible institutional narratives.
3. 3.) Institutional Partnerships & Data Stewardship Collaborate with Institutional Research, Information Technology, Alumni Relations, Advancement, AU Abroad, and academic units to support outcomes reporting and assessment efforts. Partner with the Data & Career Systems Analyst to ensure reporting requirements are reflected in system design, data definitions, and reporting infrastructure. Contribute to data governance efforts through documentation, standards development, and responsible data‑use practices. Support data quality, validation, and reconciliation processes related to outcomes and assessment reporting. Serve on relevant university committees and working groups.
4. 4.) Communication, Training & Strategic Support Partner with the Operations and Data team to communicate findings through reports, presentations, visualizations, and institutional narratives. Support staff and campus partners in building data literacy and comfort using evidence to inform planning and continuous improvement. Provide consultation and guidance regarding outcomes data, assessment methods, and interpretation of findings.
5. 5.) Other Duties & Strategic Initiatives Contribute to division and university‑wide initiatives related to assessment, outcomes reporting, and strategic planning. Support emerging priorities related to career readiness, experiential learning, student success, and post‑graduation outcomes. Perform other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibility: May supervise graduate assistants, student employees, or project‑based analysts supporting data collection and reporting efforts.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Full‑time. 35 hours per week. Hybrid 1 work modality (on campus 3 - 4 days per week).

Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $73,000.00 annually.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent. 2 - 4 years of relevant experience in data analysis, assessment, evaluation, or institutional research, preferably in higher education or student success contexts.

Preferred Education and Experience

Master's degree in higher education, social or behavioral science, public policy, business analytics, data science, or a related field preferred.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Demonstrated experience with survey design, data cleaning, and applied analysis. Strong proficiency in Excel and at least one data visualization or analytics tool. Ability to translate complex analyses into clear insights and recommendations for varied audiences. Familiarity with career outcomes reporting and career management platforms. Experience conducting equity‑focused analyses. Experience working in decentralized or matrixed organizations. Experience partnering with Institutional Research or academic units.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package.

Other Details Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on‑site at the university.

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American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.

American University is a student centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally‑renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.