Sacred Heart University-posted 4 months ago
Fairfield, CT

In this position, you will develop operational reports and clear, impactful data visualizations to meet both immediate information needs and longer-term strategic priorities. As a member of the Institutional Research, Accreditation, and Decision Support (IRADS) Office, you will use your SQL expertise to retrieve, analyze, and interpret data, ensuring that information provided to campus stakeholders is accurate, timely, and actionable. Your contributions will support the university’s mission, advance institutional effectiveness, and promote student success.

  • Develop and maintain operational reports using SQL to provide timely, accurate, and relevant data for stakeholders across the university.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and translate them into effective queries, visualizations, and actionable insights.
  • Build deep knowledge of institutional data sources, structures, and business processes to ensure precise data retrieval and interpretation.
  • Design and implement data validation procedures to safeguard data integrity and quality across reports and outputs.
  • Conduct regular data audits and reconciliations to identify and resolve inconsistencies, errors, or gaps.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to identify process improvement opportunities, streamline data workflows, and enhance accuracy and efficiency in reporting.
  • Support institutional research studies, surveys, and assessments that inform strategic decision-making and policy development.
  • Leverage SQL and database expertise to query and analyze large datasets, providing data-driven recommendations that improve institutional performance and outcomes.
  • Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in institutional research, data analysis, and reporting.
  • Coordinate with the university’s data infrastructure and systems administration teams to ensure alignment between IRADS and IT systems, structures, and processes.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, computer science, statistics, or a related discipline (Master’s degree preferred). Equivalent experience will be considered.
  • Minimum of 2 years in institutional research, data analysis, or a related field, with strong experience in SQL and database management.
  • Advanced proficiency in SQL, with proven ability to write complex queries, optimize performance, and manage large datasets.
  • Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services preferred.
  • Strong understanding of database structures, data modeling, and data management principles; familiarity with database design and maintenance a plus.
  • Proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to create clear and compelling reports.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, critical thinking, and ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality work.
  • Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, integrity, collaboration, and student success.
  • Familiarity with privacy regulations and ethical standards in data use.
  • Higher education or research institution experience is desirable but not required.
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