Career Outcomes and Decision Support Analyst

Posting Number: S15387P

Posting Type:
External

Department: DAR-Career Center

Full/Part Time:
Full Time

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Salary: $60,000+ commensurate with qualifications and experience

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

Proposed Starting Date: 09/01/2026

This position is responsible for supporting and advancing the University of Georgia Career Center’s career outcomes initiative through data analytics, reporting, technology systems management, and digital solutions. The role provides leadership in the collection, validation, analysis, visualization, and reporting of career outcomes and student engagement data, and supports technology infrastructure via web‑based tools and analytics resources.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

• Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, statistics, information systems, computer science, business analytics, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency with modern analytics, data integration, and visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server suite) and experience developing dashboards, operational reports, and ad‑hoc analyses that support leadership decision‑making
• Strong understanding of data visualization best practices and ability to communicate complex information through clear, effective storytelling for executive and public audiences
• Working knowledge of advanced analytics techniques, such as predictive modeling, and exposure to applied AI in business or educational contexts
• Experience integrating and managing data from multiple sources, including survey platforms, CRM or career management systems (e.g., Handshake), and external datasets, as well as supporting cloud‑based analytics, automation, and real‑time reporting solutions
• Strong understanding of data governance, privacy (e.g., FERPA), and digital accessibility standards (WCAG/ADA) within higher education environments
• Working familiarity with web development concepts, including CMS platforms, responsive design principles, version control (e.g., Git), and API integrations

• Assist with planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Career Outcomes Initiative
• Collect, combine, normalize, validate, and analyze career outcomes and student engagement data from multiple internal and external sources
• Develop dashboards, reports, predictive analytics tools, and data visualizations to support strategic decision‑making, operational planning, and institutional reporting
• Utilize and support enterprise analytics and reporting platforms including Qualtrics, Question Pro, Handshake, Steppingblocks, Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft SQL Server Suite (SSMS, SSAS, SSIS), and related systems
• Support survey development, administration, automation, and optimization, including predictive analytics and data collection strategies designed to improve knowledge rates and reporting outcomes
• Monitor knowledge rates and data quality throughout the year and implement strategies to improve outcomes reporting and data integrity
• Collaborate with academic colleges, campus partners, and external organizations to expand participation and improve data collection efforts
• Provide reporting and data support for institutional initiatives, benchmarking projects, accreditation processes, and national surveys
• Utilize data visualization and reporting tools to communicate complex information in accessible and actionable formats for a wide range of stakeholders

• Develop, maintain, and enhance web‑based tools, applications, and digital resources that support Career Center operations and analytics
• Support and maintain Career Center websites, databases, and data systems with an emphasis on usability, accessibility, and functionality
• Ensure compliance with university digital accessibility, security, and authentication standards
• Monitor and analyze website and application usage statistics to support…