Sr. HR Data Insights Associate

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.

Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range $68,200 - $85,000

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

Staff Level S5

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Hours

Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type

Job Type Full-time

Unionized Position Code Not Applicable

The Senior HR Data Insights Associate sits at the center of data and analytics for HR and Equal Opportunity/Title IX at Syracuse University, supporting a wide range of initiatives with rigorous data collection, analysis and reporting. This role supports both day-to-day operations and long-term initiatives while working collaboratively with functional experts to understand needs, develop and interpret analytics, create reports and dashboards, and present results to HR and University leaders.

Beyond core reporting, this role brings a strong focus on process improvement and automation, identifying opportunities and potential for AI-assistance to streamline data workflows and reduce manual effort. The Senior HR Data Insights Associate also acts as a key data subject matter expert for the HR Centers of Excellence, shaping their initiatives through sound data design and building capability across HR by training users to work independently within their own tools.

• Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, information systems, statistics, mathematics, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years in an HR or data-intensive role with progressively responsible experience working with institutional data, data modeling, data warehouse environments, and reporting systems within a complex organization. Higher education experience preferred.
• Experience using data platforms ( SQL , Tableau, Power BI) and ERP or HCM software to create compelling reports and dashboard which support data insights and decisions, preferably in the context of Human Resources, people operations or workforce management.
• Proven success analyzing processes and workflows to identify data automation and process improvement opportunities and potential for AI-assistance and machine learning.
• Exposure to statistical modeling, forecasting, or scenario analysis to support workforce planning decisions

• Demonstrated proficiency with SQL , Tableau, or Microsoft Power BI. Working knowledge of Microsoft Access reporting and integration of data within existing data models a plus.
• Experience with coding languages such as R and Python to support analysis and integration of challenging datasets.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel
• Proficiency with working with complex data structures and integration of systems.
• Ability to translate technical outputs into actionable insights for HR and university leadership.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication…