Director of Advancement Analytics & Strategic Data

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona; Pomona (CA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona in Pomona seeks an Executive Director to lead Advancement Analytics & Strategic Data Initiatives, guiding data-informed fundraising and stakeholder insights. The role requires setting metrics, building data infrastructure, and steering cross‑divisional analytics with Tableau and related tools.

The position emphasizes strategic leadership, collaboration with university partners, and the management of a Data & Reporting Analyst to strengthen donor

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required.
• Seven+ years of progressively responsible experience in data analytics, research, advancement operations or related fields.
• Thorough knowledge of data analysis, research methods, strategic planning and program evaluation.
• Ability to translate complex information into actionable recommendations for executives.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and collaborate with senior administrators.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data analytics and economic modeling for the Division of University Advancement.
• Lead data-informed decision-making frameworks and metrics for fundraising outcomes.
• Manage data infrastructure and cross-divisional data visualization efforts (Tableau).
• Direct a Data & Reporting Analyst and coordinate with IT and Alumni Affairs on data products.
• Lead strategic initiatives and cross-functional teams to achieve project outcomes.
• Oversee mandated philanthropic reporting and cross-divisional data collaboration.

Skills

Data analytics

Statistical methods

Strategic planning

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Data visualization

Executive support

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Tableau

Raiser’s Edge

PeopleSoft

Microsoft Office

Job description

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona in Pomona seeks an Executive Director to lead Advancement Analytics & Strategic Data Initiatives, guiding data-informed fundraising and stakeholder insights. The role requires setting metrics, building data infrastructure, and steering cross‑divisional analytics with Tableau and related tools.

The position emphasizes strategic leadership, collaboration with university partners, and the management of a Data & Reporting Analyst to strengthen donor