reporting analyst Michigan
Job description
Deadline: July 28, 2023
District/Organization: MASA
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: commensurate with qualifications and experience
Position Details
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Michigan Association of Superintendents & Administrators’ Data and Reporting Analyst is responsible for collecting data using software, surveys, and other collection tools; performing statistical analyses; and interpreting information gathered to inform critical business decisions. The successful candidate must demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills and attention to detail. A high level of professional commitment, dedication, initiative, flexibility, sensitivity to organizational culture, and a sense of humor are prerequisites. The successful candidate must also demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively as a team member.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Competencies/Abilities:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field, in addition to demonstrated experience related to data analysis.
- Ability to operate technology equipment and web application software related to position.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret large datasets.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and deliverables.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey insights and findings to diverse stakeholders.
- Willingness to learn new duties and technology-related skills as required.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Possess a deep support of and commitment to the mission of public education in the state of Michigan.
Preferred Competencies/Abilities:
- Experience in a non-profit, public school system, or higher education setting.
- Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and data modeling principles.
- Advanced knowledge of SQL and experience in writing complex queries to retrieve and manipulate data.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify reporting requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
- Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics, and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.
- Gather, analyze, and interpret data from multiple sources to create accurate and meaningful reports.
- Validate and ensure the accuracy and integrity of data used in reports by performing data quality checks and resolving discrepancies.
- Design and develop reporting solutions, including reports, dashboards, and visualizations to present data in a compelling way to facilitate understanding and decision-making.
- Identify trends, patterns, and insights from data analysis and present findings to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and track metrics to measure the effectiveness of Association processes and initiatives.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and provide recommendations based on data analysis.
- Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to support ad hoc data analysis and reporting requests.
- Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to data analysis and reporting.
Other duties as assigned.
The above is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities for this job, nor is it intended to be an exhaustive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, it is intended to describe the general nature of the position. Employees may, from time to time and on an as-needed basis, be required to perform duties outside of those listed here.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
This is a full-time, salaried exempt position based in Lansing, MI, with a remote work option. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
MASA offers a comprehensive benefit package – including paid time off, health, dental, and vision coverage, and an annual employer retirement contribution * – as well as a fantastic set of co-workers.
* MASA is a non-profit entity and is not affiliated with any State of Michigan retirement system.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
MASA intends to review applications on a rolling basis and conduct interviews until the position is filled. Application materials, including a resume/CV, should be submitted via email to [email protected]. No phone inquiries please.
E-mail: [email protected]
