Assist to research and gather data from internal and
external databases to survey students and others, and to analyze and assemble
data in user-friendly formats.
Using
R, SQL, Business Intelligence Tools, & Microsoft Office Excel including
pivot tables, vlookups, visualizations, & power pivot/power query, the
person will develop, implement, & revise advanced statistical &
analytical models to facilitate productivity, efficiency, & student body
success. Organize findings for presentation to university’s faculty, staff
& trustees. Coordinate development of policies & procedures to support
marketing research practices for institutions of higher education.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
There are no supervisory responsibilities for
this position.
COMPETENCIES: This is your opportunity to demonstrate how your education and/or experience in your current or previous job relates to each function of this position.
Interview decisions are partially based on this information.
On a separate sheet of paper, write a paragraph for each competency listed below describing your background and qualifications in each area.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex
or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and
experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.
Communications - Expresses ideas
and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits
good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and
uses appropriate communication methods.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to
improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Ethics - Treats people with
respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity
and principles; upholds organizational values.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (Language, Mathematical, Reasoning and Computer Skills):
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read
and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to
write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in
one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other
employees of the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add,
subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers,
common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and
to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve
practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations
where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of
instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
COMPUTER SKILLS: To perform this
job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing
software; Spreadsheet software; Project Management software; Payroll systems;
Order processing systems; Internet software and Contact Management systems.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited
or a nationally recognized in business administration, market research,
economics, finance, management, statistics, or related degree required; plus
1 year of experience (preferred); OR, alternatively, 2 or more years’ experience
as market research analyst for post-secondary educational institutions using R,
SQL, Microsoft Office Excel, or similar statistical & analytical
software.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
None are required for this position at this time.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and
arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25
pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close
vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to
outside weather conditions.
The
noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This is a
Full-Time, Exempt Level Staff position at the HSU campus in Abilene, TX.
A minimum of a 40-hour
work week is expected, typically Monday – Friday (8AM – 5PM). Exempt employees
must also be able to occasionally work beyond a 40-hour work week when needed
to complete projects, departmental deadlines, etc.
Must have and maintain a valid Class
C Driver’s License and maintain a clear driving record to be insurable under
the university liability policy.
Must be able to drive to complete
work assignments on and off campus, as needed.
Additional travel may be required on
occasion in order to attend training, etc.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: For more information concerning benefits offered to HSU employees, see the HSU Benefits Summary on the HSU website.