Data Analyst

Hampden-Sydney College has an immediate opening for a Data Analyst. Reporting to the Assistant Provost & Director of Institutional Effectiveness, the Data Analyst will work closely with faculty and staff to develop, implement, and disseminate analyses on a range of College information including student enrollment and demographics, retention, and graduation, to support data needs of the College’s academic and administrative units.

The hiring range is $30 - $37 per hour.

The ideal candidate should also be a “polymath”—someone who brings a broad range of skills and abilities to address the diverse responsibilities of the Office of Institutional Effectiveness. The ideal candidate will work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing, and be capable of taking projects from initial concept through full implementation—even when the subject matter is unfamiliar. The candidate will also demonstrate a strong ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and develop effective solutions. In summary, the ideal candidate will be highly versatile and adaptable.

Specifically, the Data Analyst should be able to:

• Support Office of Institutional Effectiveness (OIE) processes, including data analysis for federal and state reporting, academic and administrative assessment, accreditation, and external surveys/rankings.
• Respond to routine and ad-hoc data requests from internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with dashboard development, key indicator reporting, production of the annual Factbook, and administration of institutional surveys.
• Conduct quantitative analyses on topics including enrollment, retention, graduation, and student demographics. Provide data support to College administrators, faculty, staff, and other members of the college community as needed. Present data in format suitable for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Provide periodic reports regarding the status of assigned projects and recommend corrective actions when necessary.

The Data Analysis should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Three years of experience working in higher education preferred but not required. Master’s degree in a research-based discipline (social sciences, education, computer or data sciences, statistics, etc.) a plus.
• Experience with statistical software and spreadsheets. Familiarity with database query language, data retrieval tools, and learning management systems. Ability to learn new software. Experience with Jenzabar a plus.
• Understanding of statistical techniques. Ability to statistically synthesize and analyze data from multiple sources. Understanding of research design and data visualization techniques.
• Commitment to professional development and continued learning to maintain up-to-date knowledge of institutional research methods and issues.
• Ability to communicate complex information effectively in writing and verbally with diverse audiences.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and administrators. Commitment to student success and high standards of customer service.
• Ability to work independently, set goals, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate progress
• Ability to work with confidential data. Commitment to data integrity.
• Ability to coordinate multiple, simultaneous projects, adapt easily to changing priorities, and shift quickly between tasks. Effective time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills. Ability to think creatively, strategically, and critically. Attention to accuracy and detail.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Apply here on our website.  Resume and cover letter are required.  You may also mail your application to Hampden-Sydney College, Human Resources, P.O. Box 25, Hampden-Sydney, VA 23943.