Executive Director, Data-Driven Advancement & Strategy

CSU; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Cal Poly Pomona is seeking a data-driven Administrator II to lead data analytics and economic modeling for the Division of University Advancement. You will define metrics, build data infrastructure, and work with fundraising units to inform donor engagement and forecasting.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, supervising a Data & Reporting Analyst, and delivering data-informed recommendations to support campus priorities.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required; seven years plus experience in data analytics, institutional or organizational research, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of data analysis, statistics, and program evaluation.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and communicate with executive audiences.
• Experience with data visualization, forecasting, and reporting frameworks.
• Proficiency with administrative computing systems and BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data analysis and economic modeling for the Division of University Advancement.
• Build a data-informed framework aligning with university priorities.
• Define metrics reflecting fundraising and donor interaction outcomes.
• Lead data visualization efforts (Tableau) across units and IT.
• Manage a Data & Reporting Analyst focused on data analysis and modeling.
• Interface with Development and Alumni Affairs on business requirements for data products.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical methods

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication skills

Data visualization

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Tableau

PeopleSoft

MS Office

Job description

Cal Poly Pomona is seeking a data-driven Administrator II to lead data analytics and economic modeling for the Division of University Advancement. You will define metrics, build data infrastructure, and work with fundraising units to inform donor engagement and forecasting.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, supervising a Data & Reporting Analyst, and delivering data-informed recommendations to support campus priorities.