Data Solutions Analyst (Remote)

Northeast Community College; Nebraska; Remote; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Vision plan

Flex spending plans

Generous leave package

Job summary

Northeast Community College is seeking a Data Solutions Analyst to advance the college's data strategy by delivering insights and improving data accessibility. The role designs data models and reusable structures, collaborating across departments to translate reporting needs into scalable solutions.

The position focuses on modernizing data infrastructure and enabling data-driven decisions, with a remote work setup and occasional travel to the Norfolk, Nebraska campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience in data querying and modeling.
• Experience with higher education data systems preferred.
• Experience with data warehousing and data integration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain data models, transformations, and reusable data structures.
• Collaborate with Data and Strategic Analytics and other Technology Services teams to translate needs into data solutions.
• Support modernization of data infrastructure by improving data structure and accessibility.
• Deliver actionable insights to support institutional decision-making.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Data warehousing

Data integration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics/CS/Info Science/Math

Job description

Reporting to the Executive Director of Data and Strategic Analytics, the Data Solutions Analyst plays a key role in advancing the college’s data strategy by delivering actionable insights, improving data accessibility, and supporting institutional decision‑making.

The position designs, develops, and maintains data models, transformations, and reusable data structures that bring together data from institutional, external, and emerging data sources. Working collaboratively across Data and Strategic Analytics and other Technology Services teams, the Data Solutions Analyst helps translate reporting and analytical needs into sustainable, well-documented data solutions.

A central focus of this role is supporting the modernization of the college’s data infrastructure, including improving how data is structured, standardized, and made available for institutional use.

This is a remote position with possible travel to the Norfolk, Nebraska campus.

This position is funded by a nine-month grant, with the possibility of grant renewal and position extension for up to three additional years, subject to funding approval.

Job Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Computer Science, Information Science, Mathematics, or a related field required.

Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in data querying and modeling
• At least one year experience working with higher education data systems preferred
• Experience with noncredit, workforce, or continuing education data is a plus

Skills:

• Proficiency in SQL required
• Experience with Python, R, or similar languages a plus
• Familiarity with data warehousing and data integration concepts required

Institution Description

Established by the Nebraska Legislature in 1973, Northeast Community College (Northeast) is a student-centered, open-access institution with instructional and service priorities that target individuals who have been underserved in other educational settings. This includes applied technology and occupational education; transfer education; foundational education (English Language Learning, high school equivalency, developmental education); public service, continuing education, and personal development training; community and economic development, workforce training; and work-based learning and applied research. Northeast serves a 20-county rural area in Northeast Nebraska with a population of approximately 155,000. The service area is nearly 200 miles in length and covers approximately 14,400 square miles. The main campus is located in Norfolk, Nebraska, and serves as a destination campus for the region. The college has three extended campuses (O’Neill, South Sioux City and West Point) and two regional offices (Ainsworth and Hartington) to serve the diverse needs of its constituents. As outlined in its mission, “Northeast Community College is dedicated to the success of students and the region it serves.” To achieve that mission, Northeast offers associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, skills awards, and various certifications across disciplines ranging from accounting to utility line. The college prides itself on strong partnerships regionally, throughout the state, and nationally in efforts to elevate the student experience. Northeast aims to provide every person across the service region with learning opportunities enabling them to achieve their academic and workforce development goals. Northeast’s enVISION strategic plan was introduced in May 2021 with four strategic priorities designed to be evident in the daily work of all Northeast employees as we transform into a guided pathways institution. • student pathways to success • excellence and innovation in educational programs • rewarding and inspirational place to work • effective resource management

This position is eligible for full-time fringe benefits package including:

• College-paid health insurance premiums for single, employee/spouse, employee/children or family plans
• College-paid employee dental premiums
• College paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Competitive rates for vision plans and dependent dental
• Up to 9.5% matching on 403(b) retirement plan
• BestCare EAP
• Flex spending plans
• Generous leave package

Application Due Date: 11/30/2026

Job Start Date: 12/01/2026

Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience.

City: Norfolk

Institution: Northeast Community College

Reports To: Executive Director of Data and Strategic Analytics

Staff # Reporting to Position: 0

Reports In Office: Data and Strategic Analytics

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