Director of Data Analytics
About The Position
CANOPS is seeking a Director of Data Analytics to set the vision and strategic direction for its data analytics program and lead the team responsible for delivering on it. Reporting to executive leadership, this role owns the analytics roadmap end-to-end — from defining priorities and strategy to overseeing the hands-on delivery of Power BI reporting and analytics solutions that support Career Academy of South Bend. The ideal candidate combines strong strategic and project management experience with a deep understanding of data analytics, and is equally comfortable setting direction and driving day-to-day execution with their team.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in data analytics or business analysis, including demonstrated experience setting strategy and direction for an analytics function, with significant project management experience (PMP or equivalent preferred).
- Strong hands-on experience with data analytics tools, particularly Power BI and Azure SQL.
- Track record of defining and executing a multi-year analytics vision or roadmap, not just managing individual projects.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and supervise staff or vendors.
- Proven skill in requirements gathering, process analysis, and translating business needs into technical solutions.
- Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting strategy and results to executive leadership and boards.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in education, K-12 data systems (e.g., PowerSchool), or nonprofit/charter school environments is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Define and own the strategic vision and roadmap for CANOPS' data analytics program, aligning priorities with organizational goals and executive leadership.
- Lead and supervise CANOPS' data analytics projects end-to-end — scoping, planning, resourcing, and delivery — for Power BI reporting.
- Gather and translate business requirements from school leadership and stakeholders into clear technical specifications and analytics deliverables.
- Analyze current systems and data workflows (student, financial and enrollment data) to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets; track progress and proactively resolve risks or blockers.
- Supervise and mentor analytics staff/contractors, coordinating priorities across student performance, enrollment, and financial reporting workstreams.
- Drive weekly project meetings, leveraging project management software to track action items, milestones, and deliverables across the team.
- Serve as the primary liaison between technical teams and organizational leadership, communicating project status and strategic recommendations.
- Establish and maintain documentation, data governance standards, and QA processes for analytics deliverables.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
