General Information
| Job Description | INSTITUTIONAL RSCH ANL 4 | Working Title | Institutional Research Analyst 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 005876 | Grade | 24 |
| Department Name | Institutional Research - D01316 | Department Head | |
| Supervisor | Effective Date |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Generic Scope
| Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. |
Custom Scope
| Uses advanced professional concepts and organizational objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Applies full understanding of internal and external policies and procedures. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. |
Department Custom Scope
| The Institutional Research Analyst 4 uses advanced data techniques and organizational objectives to resolve complex issues related to campus planning and student success initiatives. This position supports campus strategic planning and decision making through the analysis, presentation, and distribution of institutional research related data. This includes planning and analytical studies, assessment, and reporting on data related to students, academic and non-academic employees, budget, and space. May respond to informational and compliance requests from external agencies. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Advanced degree in quantitative social science, education, statistics, or a related area. | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
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License Requirements
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
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Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Education in a related area beyond a Bachelor's degree may be supplemented for required years of experience. | Required |
Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
Researches, gathers, analyzes and summarizes information for research projects with a broad range of internal and external and/or current and historical information.
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45 |
Able to synthesize complex issues and present them in a creative and non-technical manner.
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10 |
Serves as a unit representative both internally and externally.
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5 |
| Provides advice and training to less-experienced staff members. | 5 |
| Ensures data integrity through working with staff on campus for data validation and data procurement. | 10 |
| Develops and executes processes to ensure recurring reports are standardized and updated regularly. | 10 |
| Develops and runs ad hoc reports. | 10 |
| Other duties as assigned. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Requires thorough knowledge in data collection and analysis techniques; statistics or social science research techniques; knowledge of organization-specific computer application programs (for example, query tools and relational databases); knowledge of organizational principles and procedures involved in handling sensitive data (for example, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, or FERPA). | Required |
| Understanding of organizational rules and regulations. | Preferred |
| Able to provide good judgment and decision-making, problem solving. | Required |
| Advanced active listening, critical thinking, good interpersonal skills and ability to multi-task. | Required |
| Advanced ability to present complex findings and recommendations in a clear concise manner verbally and in writing. | Required |
| Requires knowledge of principles and procedures involved in handling sensitive data including survey responses and personally identifiable information. | Required |
| Requires knowledge of common institutional research reports, external surveys, governmental obligations, and ad hoc needs. | Required |
| Requires working with internal and external constituents to identify and clarify data requests, select appropriate data, analysis techniques, and deliverables within given timelines. | Required |
| Knowledge of higher education issues related to student success and/or first-generation, low income, and/or underrepresented minority students. | Preferred |
| Knowledge of data management and reporting tools such as Cognos and DB Visualizer. | Preferred |
| Familiarity with data mining. | Preferred |
| Knowledge of database development and data management for Oracle 12g server. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| May require travel to meetings at other University of California locations and/or institutional research-related meetings. | Required |
Other Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
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Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |