Director of Advancement Analytics & Strategic Data

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

Job summary

The California State University in Pomona seeks an Executive Director of Advancement Analytics & Strategic Data Initiatives to lead data analytics, economic modeling, and data-informed fundraising strategy that supports university priorities. The role guides a data-driven culture across advancement units and partners.

The successful candidate will manage a Data & Reporting Analyst, build robust data infrastructure, and collaborate with IT, Alumni Affairs, and campus partners to deliver

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• At least seven years of progressive professional experience in data analytics, advancement operations, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of data analysis, research methods, and program evaluation.
• Ability to translate complex information into actionable recommendations for executives.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and managing staff.
• Proficiency with data visualization tools and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data analysis and economic modeling for University Advancement.
• Build framework for data-informed decision-making.
• Define metrics reflecting fundraising outcomes.
• Create data infrastructure serving fundraising units.
• Lead cross-Division data visualization group using Tableau.
• Provide data-informed analysis to support fundraising goals.
• Manage Data & Reporting Analyst staff.
• Collaborate with IT and Alumni Affairs on data requirements.

Skills

Data analytics

Strategic planning

Project management

Executive communication

Data visualization

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Tableau

Microsoft Office

Job description

The California State University in Pomona seeks an Executive Director of Advancement Analytics & Strategic Data Initiatives to lead data analytics, economic modeling, and data-informed fundraising strategy that supports university priorities. The role guides a data-driven culture across advancement units and partners.

The successful candidate will manage a Data & Reporting Analyst, build robust data infrastructure, and collaborate with IT, Alumni Affairs, and campus partners to deliver