Data Analyst

Tyler Junior College is seeking a Data Analyst to strengthen institutional decision-making through reliable data management, improved data quality, and stronger data literacy across campus. Reporting to the Director of Institutional Research
, this role partners with functional and academic offices to identify data needs and coordinate data transformation, storage, and reporting.

• Consult with functional and academic offices to identify data sources and reporting needs
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• Work with subject matter experts to document metadata for data systems, elements, and reports.
• Translate data needs into technical specifications that support accurate reporting.
• Assist with the design and creation of databases to store and manage institutional information.
• Support data cleaning, transformation, storage, and validation to maintain usable datasets.
• Define data quality metrics and perform regular data quality audits
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• Help create data extracts and dashboards to meet reporting requirements.
• Recommend improvements to data management policies and standards
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• Maintain effective working relationships with campus offices and assist with procedural documentation
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• Perform other data management and institutional research-related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Two years of experience working with databases, creating reports, analytics, or related work.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience with data extraction and analysis tools
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• Understanding of SQL
  , either directly or through a visual builder tool
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• SQL
• Ellucian Banner
• Student Information System/ERP

• Work is rarely required outside of normal business hours.
• Location: Tyler, TX (onsite).
• Travel: Yes, minimal.
• If travel is required, you must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver's license and an acceptable driving record
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• This is an individual contributor role.
• You will have contact with staff, students, and the general public in person, by email, or by phone.
• Regular and punctual attendance is essential.
• This is a security-sensitive position
  : candidates will be subject to a criminal background check
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Must demonstrate sensitivity and understanding of diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including staff and students with disabilities.

Physical demands: sitting, walking, standing, repetitive motion, primarily computer-related tasks.

Accessibility and essential functions: With or without reasonable accommodation, the role requires the competencies needed to perform essential job duties as described, including essential tasks requiring the listed physical demands.