Sr. Analyst, Data & Artificial Intelligence Analytics

C001 Dallas College; United States; On-site; USD 91,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College seeks a Staff Analyst Leader within the Office of Finance to guide data and AI analytics efforts. The role leads forecasting, budget analysis, and complex financial modeling while mentoring analysts and shaping analytics governance.

The position emphasizes developing innovative AI-enabled processes, dashboards, and executive reporting to support strategic decisions across the college. On-site work with potential hybrid options after six months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with transcripts
• 5–7 years of progressive experience in business analysis and data modeling
• Experience developing financial forecasts and long-range plans
• Experience implementing BI tools, analytics platforms, or AI-enabled solutions
• Demonstrated supervisory experience or training
• Current Texas driver’s license (if applicable)

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced forecasting models for annual and multi-year budgeting.
• Analyze revenues, expenditures, staffing, enrollment, tuition, and other financial drivers.
• Perform scenario analyses, modeling, and sensitivity analyses for executive decisions.
• Evaluate impacts of legislation, economic trends, and institutional initiatives.
• Design dashboards, executive reports, and KPIs.
• Mentor analysts and review analytical work for quality and consistency.
• Lead cross-functional analytic projects supporting Finance priorities.
• Research, evaluate, and pilot AI capabilities to improve analytics and processes.

Skills

Financial forecasting

Data modeling

Leadership

Budget analysis

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance / Accounting / Economics / Business Analytics

Tools

Power BI

Excel

SQL

ERP systems (Workday preferred)

Job description

Job Details

Weekly Work Hours 40. Compensation Range Staff Range N09 Salary Minimum $100,636.00 Annually FLSA United States of America (Exempt). Work Location All positions are considered on-site roles. After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy.

Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law.

Position Type & Job Summary

Staff Position / Job Summary Serves as the Office of Finance's lead analytical resources overseeing the Data & Artificial Intelligence Analytics Department.

Responsible for team leadership and development, advanced financial modeling, forecasting, strategic budget analysis, and AI-enabled process improvement. The position leads complex analytical initiatives that support institutional planning while mentoring analysts and evaluating innovative technologies that improve Finance operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop advanced forecasting models supporting annual and multi-year budget planning.
• Analyze revenues, expenditures, staffing, enrollment, tuition, and other financial drivers.
• Perform scenario analysis, financial modeling, and sensitivity analyses to support executive decision-making.
• Evaluate financial impacts of legislative changes, economic trends, and institutional initiatives.
• Conduct complex financial and operational analyses.
• Design dashboards, executive reports, and key performance metrics.
• Translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations for Finance leadership.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities that influence financial performance.
• Research, evaluate, and pilot AI capabilities that improve financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and business processes.
• Identify opportunities to automate recurring analyses and operational workflows.
• Assist in developing standards for responsible AI implementation and governance.
• Stay informed on emerging AI technologies and recommend practical applications.
• Mentor analysts and review analytical work for quality and consistency.
• Develop analytical standards, documentation, and best practices.
• Lead cross-functional analytical projects supporting Finance priorities.

Professional Development Hours

Required Dallas College Professional Development Hours per Academic Year. All employees are required to complete a minimum of 19 hours. People leaders are required an additional 16 hours of leadership development. Perform other duties not listed as assigned.

People Leader Required Duties

• Exercises full discretion and decision-making authority in the recruitment, selection, hiring, mentoring, coaching, development & termination of staff, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, budgetary constraints, and workforce planning strategies.
• Drive high performance by administering the performance management process timely, setting clear expectations, conducting performance evaluations, and implementing initiatives that enhance employee engagement, motivation, and retention.

Minimum and Preferred – Education, Experience, and/or Certifications

Required Qualifications for Role (necessary or mandatory)

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Public Administration, or related field. Official transcripts are required.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in business analysis and data modeling.
• Experience developing financial forecasts, long-range financial plans, and executive-level reporting.
• Experience implementing business intelligence tools, analytics platforms, or AI-enabled business solutions.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience or completed training.
• Must possess a current and valid Texas driver’s license.
• Experience developing and implementing [programs, services, and/or courses] that are designed to meet the needs of the increasingly diverse college community.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure of Dallas College.

Other Preferred Qualifications for Role (not mandatory, but advantageous)

• Power BI or Tableau or other modeling tools
• Excel (advanced)
• SQL (advanced query)
• ERP systems (Workday preferred)
• Microsoft Copilot
• Predictive analytics tools
• Bilingual or multilingual

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required Qualifications for Role (necessary or mandatory)

• Understanding of governmental or higher education budgeting and finance principles.
• Advanced experience in financial forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning.
• Experience participating in budget development and resource allocation methodologies.
• Intermediate knowledge of business intelligence and performance measurement.
• Continuous learning of AI technologies, governance, ethics, and responsible use data governance and reporting best practices.

Work Condition Environment / Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do. Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Dallas College is one of the largest community colleges in Texas. Since 1965, we have helped almost 3 million people on their educational journey. Dallas College originally operated as a district of seven independently accredited colleges. In 2020, those colleges united under a single name in order to offer our students a more streamlined, more convenient experience. The seven original campuses live on as our primary locations. Locations Brookhaven Cedar Valley Campus Eastfield El Centro Mountain View North Lake Richland