Database Reporting Specialist

MSU Alumni Foundation • Bozeman, MT

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana State University Alumni Foundation is seeking an objective, detail-oriented Database Reporting Analyst to join their collaborative team. This role offers a flexible hybrid or remote work arrangement. The primary focus is on producing accurate data and meaningful insights to support fundraising efforts and advance the mission of Montana State University. The ideal candidate values technical precision, problem-solving, and has the autonomy to improve processes and deliver trusted results. This position contributes to a supportive team that emphasizes accuracy, sound judgment, continuous improvement, and the importance of data in building relationships and inspiring private support.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate Degree in computer science, computer engineering, information systems / technology, or related Degree with relevant experience.
• Understanding of and experience with SQL Server query development and the Microsoft SQL Server/BI stack, including SSMS, Visual Studio Data Tools, SSRS, SSIS, complex joins, stored procedures, query validation, and performance considerations.
• Experience developing documentation, SOPs, data definitions, reporting standards, and quality-control practices.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment while remaining helpful, pleasant, and courteous.
• Complete respect for confidentiality and sound judgment in handling sensitive constituent, donor, institutional, and partner data.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, analytical judgment, and commitment to data accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of experience in SQL programming and SQL Server databases; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• General programming and database administration experience helpful.
• Experience developing and maintaining solutions using Microsoft Power Platform components (Power BI Desktop, Power Automate, and Power Apps) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and fulfill data and information requests from University partners and internal Alumni Foundation team members.
• Develop ad hoc and self-serve reports.
• Design/Maintain/Perform regular data extract, transform, and load operations (ETL) using SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
• Assist with data and information requests (i.e. list requests) to external University partners and manage all request-related communications.
• Assist with data and report requests by collaborating with other members of the Advancement Services team.
• Provide quality assurance for reporting outputs by validating data accuracy, reviewing query logic, documenting assumptions, and ensuring appropriate handling of confidential constituent, donor, and institutional information.
• Collaborate on reporting and integration-related work involving SQL Server, Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services, Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services, and other reporting or data tools used by the Alumni Foundation.
• Develop, document, and disseminate targeted best practices and standard operating procedures (SOP’s) related to the fulfillment of targeted data and information requests from the Alumni Foundation database.
• Support database management and data cleanup procedures by identifying data quality issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Implement existing procedures and develop new SQL-based queries and procedures to fulfill targeted data requests, reporting needs, and data ETLs.
• Utilize Visual Studio for various development tasks and integrating with SSRS projects.
• Identify database-related improvement opportunities and collaborate with members of the Advancement Services team to develop and implement solutions.
• Affect and maintain a professional, proactive, positive, highly collaborative, and performance-centric work environment.
• Other duties, as assigned by the Director, Reporting & Analytics.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance (all of which are 90-100% employer-paid for employee-only coverage)
• 403(b) retirement plan with 7% employer contribution after 1-yr anniversary
• up to 5 weeks’ paid time-off
• 11 paid holidays
• tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level