Data Analytics and Visualization Specialist

Mohawk Valley Community College • Utica, NY

33d • Onsite

About The Position

Mohawk Valley Community College provides accessible, high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students. We are the community's college, committed to student success through partnerships, transfer and career pathways, and personal enrichment. The College is looking for exceptional colleagues to join the MVCC community. We are currently seeking a Data Analytics and Visualization Specialist in our Institutional Research department. The Data Analytics and Visualization Specialist assists the Dean of Institutional Research and Organizational Performance with assessment processes such as institutional effectiveness, enrollment management, post-graduation outcomes, and ad hoc project requests.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis, maintenance, reporting, analyzing data quality, or related field
• Computer database experience
• Effective communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Higher education experience
• SQL database management experience

Responsibilities

• Administers student course surveys and assists staff with creating and managing general surveys. Manages survey tool user accounts, permissions, and access controls;
• Responsible for accurate daily enrollment updates to stakeholders, summarizing progress and presenting data in a clear, organized format;
• Assists with ad-hoc data requests, working closely with manager and other team members to understand project requirements, and contributes to larger analytical projects;
• Utilizes software (MS Excel, SQL) and simple algorithms to retrieve and analyze data from various sources such as databases, spreadsheets, and external data sources;
• Utilizes visualization tools (e.g., Excel) to create charts and graphs that effectively communicate results in a clear and accessible format;
• Develops programmatic solutions to recurring data requests as needed;
• Participates in data quality checks and audits to ensure the integrity and reliability of data used for reporting, collaborating with stakeholders in various functional units as needed;
• Supports data initiatives related to institutional reporting activities;
• Performs other duties related to this job description and as assigned by the Dean of Institutional Research and Organizational Performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees