Lead Data Architect

Texas A&M University - Texarkana; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Vacation time

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition waiver

Job summary

Texas A&M University - Texarkana is seeking a Lead Data Architect to oversee institutional data operations and deliver comprehensive reports for executive stakeholders. The role emphasizes data extraction, preparation, and advanced analytics to support university decision making.

The ideal candidate will manage databases, collaborate with faculty and staff, and drive enhancements for data accessibility. This on-site position requires strong interpersonal skills and compliance with reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Six years of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of State and Federal reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develops, manages, and coordinates Institutional Research operations.
• Collaborates with faculty and staff to analyze and report institutional data.
• Ensures timely official reports to meet reporting requirements.
• Oversees design, development, and maintenance of online databases and information systems.
• Develops enhancements for internal data access and decision making.
• Manages daily department activities including hiring and performance evaluations.
• Analyzes University data and prepares executive summaries.
• Administers department budget and fiscal operations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree in information technology, Business Analytics, Data Science, Programming

Tools

Power BI

Business Objects

SQL

WebFOCUS

SIS

Job description

Job Title

Lead Data Architect

Agency

Agency Texas A&M University - Texarkana Department Division Of Technology And Distance Education Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationTexarkana, Texas Job TypeStaff

Job Description

The Lead Data Architect, under general direction, conducts advanced statistical techniques and generates comprehensive and insightful visualizations to assist informed decision-making by executive level stakeholders. The analyst extracts data from source data systems, prepares it for use, and completes reports and summaries for management and users including data requests, data sets for State and Federal agencies, data sets and analyses for university administration and committees, project status reports, problem reports, and progress summaries. Documents all developed processes and reporting methodologies. This position requires someone with excellent interpersonal skills and is proactive in improving the work performance on the individual and team level. This position is on-site. Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Lead Data Architect under general direction, develops, manages, and coordinates Institutional Research operations.
• Collaborates with faculty and staff to compile, analyze, and report a wide range of institutional data, which includes institutional characteristics, enrollments, and student achievements.
• Ensures that information is collected, and official reports are produced in a timely manner to maintain compliance with Federal, State, System, and University reporting requirements.
• Oversees the design, development, and maintenance of online databases as well as the composite information system storing archival information for retrieval to enhance reporting.
• Develops technologically driven enhancements for providing internal constituents with access to data and information for decision making.
• Manages daily activities of the department with regards to recruiting and selection, hiring and terminating, training, professional development, mentoring, counseling, and performance evaluations.
• Analyzes University data and prepares reports and executive summaries.
• Administers the budget and oversees the fiscal operations of assigned department.
• This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions.
• Other duties may be assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Six years of related experience. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Maintains current knowledge of State and Federal requirements for reporting. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in information technology, Business Analytics, Data Science, Programming, or similar field. Experience with Business Objects and Power BI a plus Other Requirements Knowledge of statistical analysis tools Knowledge of report editing, data marts, and statistics Experience working with SIS, SQL, and data visualization tools. Ability to write moderate to complex queries in SQL or WebFOCUS programming language. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position.

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL

This position generally supervises employees.

Open Until Filled

Open until filled. To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted by 10/29/2026

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

• Insurance: Medical$0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value)
• Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 75% waiver of tuition and fees for full-time employees, their spouses and children
• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month
• 8 hours of sick leave paid time off every month
• 8 hours of paid time off for birthday leave
• 12-15 paid holidays each year
• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
• Professional Development via LinkedIn Learning
• Employee Assistance Program
• On Campus Wellness Opportunities

Security Sensitive

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. External Applicants - Applicants not currently employed by a Texas A&M System member may Search Postings and apply for positions within one or more A&M System members by selecting the job posting. Internal Applicants - This site lists job postings throughout The Texas A&M University System. It is intended for applicants not currently employed by a member of the system. Current employees should apply for jobs on the Internal Career site. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.