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Data Analyst

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Location
Chapel Hill, NC

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

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Position TypePermanent Staff (EHRA NF)DepartmentScholarships and Student Aid-543000Working TitleData AnalystAppointment TypeEHRA Non-FacultyPosition Posting CategoryOtherSalary Range$74,500 - $85,000Full Time/Part Time?Full-Time PermanentHours per Week40Vacancy IDNF0004025Position ID20032922Posting Open Date10/17/2019Application Deadline11/11/2019Open Until FilledNoProposed Start Date12/09/2019Position Summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks innovative, energetic, and accomplished candidates for the position of Data Analyst in the Office of Scholarships and Student Aid. This position performs activities associated with supporting campus strategic planning and decision making through development, analysis, presentation, and distribution of institutional related research data, with a focus on student aid and scholarships programs and policies for the Associate Provost and Director of Scholarships and Student Aid. The Data Analyst will report to the Senior Associate Director of Student Services and Systems and will work closely with the Associate Provost and Director.
The Data Analyst will be responsible for developing queries and dashboards for regularly reporting on aid for internal and external partners and create and contribute to predictive models of student aid and enrollment. This person will be responsible for independently gathering data using developed skills in query writing and application development and creating the data architecture, models, and reporting necessary to add to efficient operations and models. The person will be responsible for confirming data integrity and accuracy of data that will inform aid policies as well as representing UNC Chapel Hill throughout the country.
The person in the position will also coordinate with the Associate Director for Systems and Technology lending skills to the team in efforts to streamline and automate processes wherever possible. In addition, creating or modifying queries for functional staff, as needed.

Educational Requirements

Master’s degree and 1 – 2 years of experience or Bachelor’s degree and 2 – 4 years of experience or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Qualifications and Experience

-Demonstrated knowledge and at least two years of experience in quantitative analysis utilizing computer applications such as SAS, Tableau, query tools (e.g., SQL), and relational databases in order to extract data from existing systems and restructure large data sets with high volumes of transactions in a manner that allows for robust analysis and data insight.
-Prefer recent experience in a large, complex university setting; requires knowledge of, or comfort with, automated and integrated Student Information Systems such as Oracle PeopleSoft or SunGard Banner
-Prefer experience with and an understanding of financial aid or similar student data.
-Requires knowledge in data collection and analysis techniques, along with database administration and programming tools; understanding and experience using statistics; knowledge of and practical experience in building data extraction methods using computer application tools (for example, query tools and relational databases); knowledge of policies and procedures involved in handling sensitive data (for example, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, or FERPA).
-Knowledge of or ability to, quickly obtain knowledge of the policies, regulations, and practices for awarding financial aid and scholarships.
-Knowledge of the organizational environment of higher education and large research universities to understand client priorities, issues, motivations and constraints.
-Requires ability to present technical information, complex findings, and recommendations in a clear, concise and professional manner both in writing and verbally.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Special InstructionsQuick Linkhttp://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/169504 Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and TitleJacquelyn Copeland, Senior Associate DirectorDepartment Contact Telephone or Emailjackie_copeland@unc.eduOffice of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
  1. Curriculum Vitae / Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. List of References
Optional Documents
    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    1. * Do you have experience writing your own queries? If so, please elaborate.

      (Open Ended Question)

    2. * Please describe your experience gathering and analyzing data and reporting your findings. What tools did you use? Explain your role in using these tools.

      (Open Ended Question)

    3. * Please select the education / experience that matches your background
      • Master’s degree or higher and 1-2 years’ of experience
      • Bachelors degree and 2-4 years of experience
      • A combination of related education and experience
      • None of the above

    Organization

    The nation’s first public university is at the heart of what’s next, preparing a diverse student body to become creators, explorers, innovators and leaders in North Carolina and throughout the world. Carolina’s nationally recognized, innovative teaching, campus-wide spirit of inquiry and dedication to public service continue the legacy that began in 1795 when the University first opened its doors to students.

    Here, in one of America's most beautiful college settings, we offer exceptional careers in richly diverse fields. Come explore what UNC-Chapel Hill has to offer you.


    Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,117

    Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,894

    Total Student Enrollment: 30,011

    Founded: 1789, as the first state university in the United States

    Type of Institution: Public, four-year

    Undergraduate Admission: 15,961

    Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,039

    Total Student Enrollment: 26,000

    Faculty: 3,000

    Percentage of faculty who hold Ph.D.s or the highest degrees in their field: 94 percent

    Faculty/student ratio: 1/14

    Location: UNC is located in the heart of Chapel Hill, the best college town in America! It's a friendly town of about 40,000 in the geographical center of North Carolina. Chapel Hill is at the western point of the Research Triangle, an area of about one million people, comprised of Chapel Hill, the cities of Durham and Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park, home of many corporate offices and scientific research centers. Carolina is about 30 miles from the state capital, Raleigh, and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

    Chapel Hill's main street, Franklin Street, borders the campus and offers shops, coffee houses, cafés, movie theaters and houses of worship. The town has a historic district, museum, library, parks, malls, and many recreational facilities.

    Origins of Carolina's students: 82 percent of UNC's freshmen are from North Carolina and 18 percent are from out-of-state. Our students come from 42 different states and our international students represent 37 countries.

    Size of freshman class: Approximately 3,400

    Class size: Barely five percent of undergraduate classes contain more than 100 students; two-thirds of undergraduate classes have fewer than 30 students. Forty-one percent have fewer than 20 students, including First Year Seminars, in which first-year students work closely with professors.

    Sports and athletic programs: UNC is an NCAA Division I school with 28 varsity teams. Carolina is the proud home of the Dean Smith Center, Kenan Stadium, Carmichael Auditorium, Koury Natatorium, and many other fine athletic facilities. Students join more than 60 intramural and club sports, which include baseball, bowling, crew, golf, lacrosse, rock climbing, rugby, tae kwon do, and ultimate frisbee. The Student Recreation Center offers weight training, aerobics, stair machines, and all the equipment you would expect to find at a great health club! Carolina offers a newly renovated outdoor pool and indoor pools, a golf course, tennis courts, and the longest zipline in America!

    Number of residence halls: Incoming undergraduates will live in one of Carolina's 29 residence halls, which are wired for Internet access and cable television. housing.unc.edu

    Scholarships and financial aid: About 40 percent of UNC-Chapel Hill students receive scholarships and/or some form of financial aid. studentaid.unc.edu

    Special research institutes: Institute for Research in Social Science, Institute of Outdoor Drama, Morehead Planetarium, Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, Institute of Government, Institute of African American Research.

    Career services: On-campus counseling, job fairs, résumé writing service, internships, placement services. www.unc.edu/depts/career

    Technological facilities: Students find multiple uses for Carolina's state-of-the-art technological resources. They can access Carolina's computer services through Academic Technology and Networks, which manages academic computing, e-mail, microcomputing labs, interactive media presentation, video and classroom support, and a help desk. The MetaLab oversees the development of SunSITE, one of the world's busiest digital library and electronic publishing projects.

    Students may open e-mail accounts, and many use campus computer resources to construct personal Web pages. Students in residence halls have hardwired network connections to the Internet and cable television in their rooms. At the ATN Training center, students may take classes on software packages and utilities. Computer labs are available for student use all over campus.

    Carolina Computing Initiative: Beginning with the freshman class of 2000, undergraduates must purchase laptop computers. The University has arranged for IBM to offer computers at excellent prices. Students, faculty, and staff will enjoy cost savings, higher quality compatible equipment, and better technical support through CCI. www.unc.edu/cci

    The Study Abroad program allows students to live and learn in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific Rim, Africa, and the Americas. www.unc.edu/depts/abroad

    The Honors Program offers special seminars, research programs, and the chance to design your own independent studies. www.unc.edu/depts/honors

    Carolina students spend time in public service through student organizations, the Campus Y, the Carolina Center for Public Service, and courses that incorporate community service.

    UNC's chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, a national collegiate honor society, is the oldest in North Carolina, dating from 1904. There are many other honorary societies at Carolina.

    UNC offers ROTC programs in all branches of national military service.

    Through the First Year Seminars program, first year students will understand what it means to study at a premier research university. They will learn from faculty members and share in their research in seminars of no more than 20 students.

    Life outside the classroom: More than 370 clubs, teams, and student organizations offer something for everyone! You can choose from among musical and dramatic performing groups, publications, ethnic and religious clubs, the Campus Y and other service organizations, fraternities and sororities, and pre- professional organizations. Whatever your interests, you will find others at Carolina who share them! www.unc.edu/depts/union/student/listintr.htm

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