Data Systems Specialist

University of Nebraska – Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

University of Nebraska–Lincoln seeks a Data Systems Specialist to manage participant records, validate applications, and develop reporting tools for program evaluation. You will work closely with ETS staff to ensure accurate data handling and timely APR preparation.

You will build assessment tools, forecasts, and lists to support service goals and program impact reporting. This role emphasizes data stewardship and collaboration across five service areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in education, social sciences, data science, information systems, statistics, or related field.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in data management, program evaluation, or institutional research in an educational setting.
• Demonstrated experience in federal program reporting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the ETS database administrator, maintaining the participant records.
• Accurately process and validate applications, profiles, and service documentation.
• Build and implement assessment tools that measure how our programming is actually working.
• Develop reports, forecasting, and prospective student lists that keep the project on track toward its service goals.
• Lead data preparation for the federal government required Annual Performance Report (APR).

Skills

Data management

Program evaluation

Institutional research

Federal reporting

Education

Bachelor degree in education, social sciences, data science, information systems, statistics, or related field

Master’s degree in education, social sciences, data science, information systems, statistics, or related field

Job description

Data Systems Specialist

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Working Title: Data Systems Specialist

Department: TRIO Programs-0962

Requisition Number: S_260808

Description of Work: Are you the person who believes a well-kept database is what turns good intentions into proven outcomes? Join our team as our Data Systems Specialist and make sure every student we serve is counted, tracked, and supported.

• Serve as the ETS database administrator, maintaining the participant records.
• Accurately process and validate applications, profiles, and service documentation.
• Build and implement assessment tools that measure how our programming is actually working.
• Develop reports, forecasting, and prospective student lists that keep the project on track toward its service goals.
• Lead data preparation for the federal government required Annual Performance Report (APR).

This position works closely with advising staff across all five service areas and is central to how the project understands its own impact.

About Us

Educational Talent Search (ETS) engages, empowers and supports future first generation college and under-served scholars who have the desire and potential to pursue an education beyond high school. We provide access to academic, social, and financial resources to students across five Nebraska service areas — the Lincoln Metro area and regional extension services in Schuyler, Hastings, Grand Island, and Winnebago.

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Retirement plans with university match
• A workplace culture that values your time outside of work

Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor degree in education, social sciences, data science, information systems, statistics, or related field. Education/experience equivalency considered. A minimum of two (2) years of experience in data management, program evaluation, or institutional research in an educational setting, Demonstrated experience in federal program reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in education, social sciences, data science, information systems, statistics, or related field. Direct experience with TRIO data management, Blumen, and Annual Performance Review Report preparation Experience with National Student Clearinghouse and Learning and Employment Record (LER)

Contact

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Zach Short [e-mail] 402-480-4014

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Location (City, State): Lincoln, NE

Posted Salary: $21.635/hr minimum