Intelligence Analyst Senior - Data Governance _ Division of Information Systems

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking an Intelligence Analyst Senior in Jackson. This role focuses on transforming complex data into actionable insights, collaborating with stakeholders, and leading analytics solutions. You will mentor analysts and ensure data accuracy through proactive management of reports and visualizations.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in data intelligence analytics, with a preference for those with Epic certifications. Ideal candidates will possess advanced skills in information systems, SQL, and data visualization platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of work experience in data intelligence analytics.
• Epic certification or accreditation required post-hire within six months.
• Preferred experience in healthcare information systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects and oversee all project activities.
• Lead the design and maintenance of reports and dashboards.
• Analyze and interpret clinical, financial, and operational data.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define KPIs and develop recommendations.
• Ensure accuracy and reliability of reporting tools.

Skills

Advanced expertise in information systems

SQL proficiency

Complex systems analysis

Programming and application enhancement

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Epic BI tools

ETL processes

Data visualization platforms like Qlik

Job description

Job Title

Intelligence Analyst Senior - Data Governance Division of Information Systems

Job Requisition ID

R00050951

Organization

CIA-Honest Broker Team

Location

Main Campus Jackson

Job Category

Professional and Technical

Job Summary

The Intelligence Analyst-Senior is responsible for transforming complex data into strategic, actionable insights that enable informed decision‑making across the organization. This role collaborates with stakeholders to gather and translate both business and technical requirements into effective analytics solutions. It leads the development and optimization of advanced dashboards, reports, and visualizations, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and reliability. The role mentors analysts through work reviews and reinforces best practices in data quality and visualization, and supports leadership by uncovering opportunities to streamline processes and drive data‑informed decisions.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of work experience in data intelligence analytics.

Certifications, Licenses, or Registration Required

Epic certification or accreditation in one of the following data models required post‑hire within six (6) months: Clinical Data Model, Access Data Model or Revenue Data Model. An Epic assessment will be given to those candidates who pass the initial review step of the interview process.

Preferred Qualifications

Information systems experience in healthcare.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrates advanced expertise in information systems, systems analysis, and application development with a strong command of system integration and relational databases. Proficient in SQL with hands‑on experience in ETL processes and end‑to‑end solution delivery. Skilled in analyzing and troubleshooting complex systems, programming, and enhancing custom applications. Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation and reports. Brings a solid foundation in high‑level mathematical analysis to support data‑driven insights and system improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manages complex projects by planning, coordinating, and overseeing all project activities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines.
• Acts as a mentor by sharing knowledge, best practices, and providing ongoing support to peers.
• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of custom reports, dashboards, and data visualizations within the Epic ecosystem, leveraging Epic BI tools and data visualization platforms such as Qlik.
• Utilize in‑depth knowledge of Epic data models to build and optimize complex queries, ensuring alignment with business requirements, organizational policies, and compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
• Analyze research, education, clinical, financial, operational, and patient care data to uncover trends, identify performance gaps, and highlight opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to define key performance indicators (KPIs), interpret data findings, and develop actionable recommendations that support organizational goals.
• Monitor data quality, validate analytical outputs, and implement standardized methodologies to enhance the accuracy, reliability, and usability of reporting and visualization tools.
• Serve as a liaison between clinical, operational, and IT teams to assess reporting needs and design scalable, integrated solutions that ensure consistent and accurate data across systems.
• Translate business requirements into detailed system specifications by collaborating with DIS staff, end users, and vendors; contribute to application development or enhancement efforts and produce technical documentation in accordance with UMMC policies.
• Develop user guides and training resources; lead end‑user training sessions to ensure effective adoption and utilization of analytics tools and reports.
• Actively participate in technical and governance committees to identify project risks, monitor progress, and support the timely delivery of analytics initiatives and organizational priorities.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all‑inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals. Requires occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, and frequent work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality. Frequently involves bending, lifting, climbing, crawling, crouching, kneeling while occasional driving and frequent walking, twisting, and standing.

Benefits Eligibility

Grant Funded: No

Pay Class

Salary

Work Shift

Day

FLSA Designation/Job Exempt

Yes

Job Closing

Open until filled