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Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.
Location
Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.
Job Summary
The Institutional Data & Analytics Manager plays a key role in supporting institutional planning, performance measurement, and continuous improvement initiatives through the application of data analytics, emerging technologies, and business intelligence tools. This position offers an outstanding opportunity for an experienced analytics professional to contribute to a dynamic, mission-driven university while leveraging higher education analytics, business intelligence, and emerging technologies to drive institutional excellence and student success.
Responsibilities

• Analyze institutional data related to enrollment, admissions, retention, graduation, academic performance, financial aid, faculty, and student success.
• Develop analytical reports and data visualizations that provide actionable insights for executive leadership and institutional stakeholders.
• Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and automated reports using business intelligence and reporting tools.
• Extract, validate, integrate, and analyze data from institutional databases and information systems.
• Assist with federal, state, University System of Georgia, accreditation, and other required institutional reporting.
• Support institutional effectiveness, strategic planning, academic program review, accreditation, and assessment initiatives.
• Respond to institutional data requests from university leadership, faculty, and staff.
• Collaborate with campus partners to improve data quality, reporting processes, and institutional data governance.
• Present analytical findings in a clear and understandable manner to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, business intelligence tools, predictive analytics, artificial intelligence applications, and best practices in higher education analytics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Data Science, Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Economics, Business Analytics, Social Sciences, or a closely related field. A master's degree is preferred.
• Two (2) to four (4) years of professional experience in data analysis, business intelligence, institutional research, or a related analytical field.
• Experience analyzing data and preparing reports, dashboards, or visualizations that support organizational decision-making.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel and at least one data visualization or reporting platform.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new software applications, databases, and reporting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Institutional research, higher education analytics, business intelligence, or performance reporting.
• Data visualization and reporting tools such as Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, Argos, or comparable platforms.
• SQL, relational databases, data integration, reporting automation, or data warehousing.
• Statistical analysis using tools such as SPSS, SAS, R, Python, or comparable software.
• Student information systems, enterprise databases, or other large organizational data systems.
• Accreditation, compliance, external reporting, predictive analytics, or artificial intelligence applications.
• Analytical experience in higher education, government, healthcare, nonprofit organizations, finance, or another data-intensive environment.

Proposed Salary
Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents to Attach
Cover letter.
Resume.
Transcripts.
A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of data analysis, reporting, and business intelligence principles.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to organize, interpret, and communicate complex information clearly.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse campus stakeholders.
• Commitment to data accuracy, confidentiality, and ethical data practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Willingness to learn institutional research methodologies, higher education reporting requirements, and emerging analytics technologies.

Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251-2644, or by email at support@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Institutional Values
Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.
Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.
Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.
Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.
Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working, and studying. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the ASU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the ASU community.
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.