Title III Data Analyst

Overview

WVNCC seeks applicants for Title III Data Analyst with duties college-wide (Weirton, Wheeling, and New Martinsville, West Virginia).

Supports Title III Project Director, Planning, Institutional Effectiveness, and Research Department, and College Administration with the collection, reporting, and management of data to achieve the goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) set forth by the Title III Grant to assist the college in increasing student retention. Responsible for the development and production of statistical and analytical reports in a wide variety of platforms to support decision‑making functions, strategic planning, and student retention goals.

The position works in a cross‑functional manner across various college departments and divisions on all three campuses utilizing a variety of software and data management systems including databases, spreadsheets, ERP systems, narrative data, and statistical information. Requires reporting of data to a diverse group of stakeholders, external entities, and internal employees. Must have ability to provide a clear and convincing data story through visuals, narratives, and presentations.

• Staff, Non-Classified
• Full-Time
• Exempt
• Grant-Funded
• In-Person (On Site, Wheeling, WV)

• Facilitate the development and use of interactive data dashboards and customizable reports that enable faculty, staff, and administrators to analyze and improve student support, learning and success, and to foster a culture of inquiry, improvement, and data‑informed decision‑making to accomplish Title III objectives, program review, outcomes assessment, and/or to support WVNCC's Strategic Plan goals.
• Design and identify reports, dashboards, and other end products with input from the Faculty, Administration, and the Planning, Institutional Effectiveness, and Research Office (PIER).
• Work collaboratively with the faculty and staff to design and implement meaningful instructional outcomes assessment for academic, administrative, and student support areas.
• Develop, conduct, and analyze surveys and focus groups with faculty, staff and students.
• Participate in training faculty, staff and administrators to use data dashboards and reporting tools.
• Work with Instructional Designer and other grant staff to assist faculty with using dashboards to inform instruction and improve student outcomes.
• Experience with Federal, state and private grant reporting.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree in Computer Information Technology, Data Science, Statistics or a related field
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Technology, Data Science, Statistics or a related field
• A combination of education and work experience may be considered for this position.

• 3+ years:
  Database experience - SQL/Query design and execution
• 2+ years:
  Generating and preparing reports. Presentation skills a plus.
• 1+ year:
  Higher Education software/systems experience, including SCI Banner, Microsoft Office, Argos, and/or experience with Data Visualization Software.
• Grant Writing/Grant Management experience

• Demonstrated analytical skills
• Excellent interpretation of complex statistical data
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Demonstrated written communication skills
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Promotes information sharing
• Articulate and responsive to colleagues
• Develops and delivers effective presentations
• Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Possesses a high degree of initiative
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Ability to work within tight time frames and meet strict deadlines
• Possesses strong technical aptitude