Institutional Analytics & AI Specialist

Purpose of Position

The Institutional Analytics & AI Specialist supports the college’s analytics and institutional effectiveness efforts by developing dashboards, improving access to data, supporting reporting processes, and advancing the use of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The position serves as a technical resource for data analysis, workflow innovation, and responsible AI adoption to improve operational efficiency and student success outcomes.

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

• Experience with data analytics, reporting, or business intelligence tools.
• Experience with SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Python, R, or equivalent.
• Data analytics, visualization, and reporting (Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, R, etc.).
• Understanding of AI concepts, applications, and ethical considerations.
• Knowledge of institutional research, data governance, and data quality practices.
• Ability to analyze complex datasets and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Strong critical thinking and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong written, verbal, and data storytelling skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and with leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Experience with workflow improvement, automation, and process optimization.
• Ability to research and adopt emerging technologies.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and institutional effectiveness.
• Adaptability in a changing technology landscape.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.