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University of Maryland
Location: College Park, Maryland
Category: Admin-Computing-Database Administration
Posting Date: 07/20/2023
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

Position Number:

104300

Title:

Systems Analyst

Functional Title:

Assistant Director for Data Systems

Category Status:

33-Exempt Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

1.000

Unit:

ARHU-School of Music

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The Assistant Director for Data Systems has the primary responsibility for designing and overseeing the collection, organization, utilization and maintenance of data in ways that inform and support the missions of the School of Music. The position works across the School to identify, implement and support data systems changes that increase capacity, efficiency and equity, and deploys new data uses in ways that align with SOM & UMD policies, procedures and strategic vision. The Assistant Director oversees the existing CRM- Slate – maintaining and updating for current and future uses. Working with School of Music administrators, the position uses accurate data drawn from current and novel data sources to inform and support data-driven decision-making, i.e. supporting admissions and enrollment decisions through the analysis of historic trends, along with modeling probable future outcomes from various strategies. The Assistant Director communicates relevant information to faculty, staff, alumni, donors and other stakeholders and helps to ensure that policy/procedural documents are current. The position serves also as a data researcher for all SOM reporting and ensures that all reporting is completed in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelor’s degree required

Experience:

A minimum of 5 years of specific experience with database/statistical software, tools and information retrieval methods, such as: SAS Enterprise Guide, SAS Visual Analytics, Qualtrics, Google Looker Studio, Slate, Formstack, Stata, Workday, Tableau, Denodo, and SQL Developer.
Demonstrated experience with SQL and managing relational databases.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Advanced proficiency with Excel and Google Sheets.
Proficiency in various programming and reporting languages including HTML, Java, and Liquid Markup.
Experience using data visualization to effectively and efficiently convey complex statistical concepts to lay audiences including administrators, faculty, and other decision-makers and stakeholders.
Excellent planning analytical, problem solving, customer satisfaction, communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions, direct complex projects, meet deadlines, track accomplishments and meet established goals and objectives.
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with faculty and staff who have widely varying understandings.
Skill in using data systems.

This position is only open to current employees within the University System of Maryland system.

Preferences:

Master’s degree preferred.
Prior experience in a Higher Education/Academic/Performing Arts environment.
Knowledge of postsecondary arts and education demography, diversity, access and equity.
Knowledge of federal, state and university policies and procedures related to data management and reporting.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Physical Demands

Office Conditions
Ability to lift materials/boxes – 20 lbs.

Posting Date:

07/20/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

08/04/2023

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.