Data Analyst

Bay College - Main Campus

Escanaba (MI)

On-site

USD 53,000 - 66,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Bay College is seeking a Data Analyst on the Escanaba campus to support Institutional Effectiveness. You will manage research projects, dashboards, reporting, and grants, driving data-informed decisions across programs and operations.

Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing data, designing studies, and presenting findings to leadership. Requires a bachelor’s degree and strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in data analysis, statistics, IT, or related field with strong research skills.
Strong analytical, data interpretation, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and data tools.

Responsibilities

Collect, analyze, and interpret institutional data to support decision-making.
Design research studies and assess program effectiveness across metrics.
Develop interactive dashboards and customizable reports for stakeholders.
Collaborate with departments to design data supports and reports.
Prepare presentations of findings for senior leadership and committees.
Stay current on institutional research best practices and accreditation needs.

Skills

Data analysis degree

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent worker

Project management

Microsoft Office

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data analysis / related field

Tools

SPSS

SAS

Power BI

Tableau

QlikView

SQL

Python

Job description

Position Details

Position Title

Data Analyst

Pay Grade Level

E-6

FLSA

Exempt

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disabilityinsurance, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, healthsavings accounts, Michigan Public School Employees RetirementSystems or TIAA 401(a) 12% employer contribution, TIAA 403(b),generous sick and vacation time, paid holidays, modified summerschedule, YMCA membership, Wellness Program, tuition reimbursementand professional development support.

Department

Institutional Effectiveness

Campus Location

Escanaba

Min Salary

$53,155

Max Salary

$66,444

FTE

1.00

Full-time/Part-time

Full-Time

Position Type

Staff

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Data Analyst is responsible for supporting InstitutionalEffectiveness at Bay College. This position will manage a varietyof research projects, dashboards, reporting and grant initiatives,contributing to the institution’s overall mission and strategicgoals. This role is pivotal in providing data-driven insights thatenhance the quality of the college’s programs and operations fromthe course level to accreditation. This position will gather andanalyze relevant data that will guide decisions at the institution.This position will make a meaningful impact on the institution’ssuccess and growth. This position is not remote. This position willbe on our Escanaba campus.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in data analysis, computer science,statistics, information technology, business administration,information systems/management, or science with an emphasis inresearch and analysis or a bachelor’s degree in another area butholds relevant work experience in data analytics
Strong analytical, data interpretation, critical thinking, andproblem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Positive rapport amongst peers
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlinessimultaneously
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributingto an inclusive working and learning environment

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience working in an enterprise resourceplanning ( ERP system) or database
3+ years of experience in institutional research or dataanalysis
Prior work experience with processing detailed information
Understanding of accreditation processes in highereducation
Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SPSS, SAS, or R
Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Power BI,Tableau, or QlikView
Experience with SQL, Python, or R programming languages

Months Per Year

Hours Worked Per Week

Work Schedule

Typical hours are Monday - Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM with an hour lunchbreak.

Supervision Received

Works under the general supervision of the Director of Institutional Effectiveness.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representativeof those that must be met by an employee to successfully performthe essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions. While performing the duties of this job, theemployee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but maybe loud in areas of equipment operation.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of thosethat must be met by an employee to successfully perform theessential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions. While performing the duties of this job, theemployee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger,handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands andarms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk orhear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/ormove up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the jobinclude close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheralvision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Travel requirement

Occasional travel may be required – both for conferences andtrainings, as well as meetings at our Iron Mountain campus.

Job Duties

Collect, analyze, and interpret institutional data to supportdecision-making and strategic planning.
Design and conduct research studies to assess the effectivenessof programs and initiatives.
Facilitate the development and use of interactive datadashboards and customizable reports that empower employees toanalyze to improve student support, learning and outcomes thatfoster a culture of inquiry, improvement, and data-informeddecision-making.
Conduct needs assessment by working collaboratively withdepartments and divisions to design and implement meaningful andeffective supports.
Participate in training on use of data dashboards and reportingtools.
Prepare and present reports and presentations in a variety offormats (verbal, written, numerical, graphical, etc.) on researchfindings to senior leadership and stakeholders.
Stay current on trends and best practices in institutionalresearch to ensure compliance with regulations andrequirements.
Provide custom, primary quantitative and qualitativesurvey/market research including consultation, research design andmethodology, questionnaire development, data collection,tabulation, statistical analysis, and report writing andpresentation for management data-driven decision-making.
Interpret and respond effectively to stakeholder and end-userrequests and needs.
Serve and lead college committees as needed – requiredparticipation on Data Governance Committee with the expectation ofchair responsibilities when appropriate.
Other duties as assigned