Descriptive Data Analyst – Space Planning

University of Arkansas • Fayetteville, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Descriptive Data Analyst – Space Planning supports the Campus Space Management Program by collecting, integrating, and analyzing data to inform space planning, allocation, and utilization across the university. This role contributes to a campuswide effort to maximize existing space, support future growth, and enable transparent, data-informed decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in data analytics, information systems, statistics, business, or a related field
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills as evidenced by application materials
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools (e.g. SharePoint, Excel)
• Basic experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI or similar)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, and SharePoint
• Experience with ArcGIS or other geospatial analysis tools
• Experience developing or supporting linked databases or integrated data environments
• Experience working with structured data systems (e.g., surveys, inventory systems)
• Basic experience with parcel, title, and land records data, including structure, attributes, and common data sources
• Basic knowledge of SQL or other data querying tools
• Experience working with higher education, facilities, space management, or property data
• Familiarity with FICM, NCES, and NACUBO standards

Responsibilities

• Collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data related to property management and campus space/building management across multiple systems
• Designing, developing, and maintaining interoperable, linked databases within a Microsoft ecosystem (e.g., Power BI, SharePoint, Microsoft Fabric)
• Supporting and maintaining centralized systems including room-level data collection, validation, and reporting
• Developing dashboards, reports, and visualizations to support space planning, capital planning, and operational decision-making
• Supporting forecasting, utilization analysis, and scenario planning for campus space allocation and management
• Partnering with campus planning, facilities management, research and innovation, and governance committees to standardize, align, and integrate datasets
• Supporting property management by building and maintaining a searchable, integrated database of leases, properties, and related data
• Executing sound data management practices, including data quality monitoring, compliance, and system performance
• Communicating findings in clear, actionable formats for leadership and campus stakeholders
• Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Benefits

• university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
• tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• immediate leave accrual
• a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary

What This Job Offers

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