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BI Analyst III - BIRS, Data & Reporting

Position Number: 6210223
Location: Orem, UT
Position Type: Institutional Research and Planning

BI Analyst III - BIRS, Data & Reporting

Salary: $61,016.55 - $71,784.18 Annually
Job Type: FT Exempt Salaried Staff
Job Number: FY2504225
Closing: 5/21/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: DX Building
Division: VP Digital Transformation/CIO

Position Announcement

Utah Valley University is seeking a BI Analyst III to join its Business Intelligence and Reporting Services (BIRS) team. As a vital member of this team, the BI Analyst III plays a key role in advancing data-informed decision-making across the university. This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningful insights through data analysis, visualization, and reporting that directly impact strategic planning and operational effectiveness. Working in collaboration with university leaders, faculty, and staff, the Analyst helps translate complex data into actionable information that supports compliance, institutional goals, and continuous improvement.

This role is well-suited for a detail-oriented, analytical thinker who enjoys problem-solving and values collaboration in a dynamic academic environment. The BI Analyst III will have the chance to work on diverse projects, strengthen cross-campus partnerships, and help shape the future of the university through evidence-based insights and solutions.
This is a hybrid eligible position, and as such, requires the incumbent to work in-office a minimum of two (2) days per week. Relocation expenses will not be authorized.

Summary of Responsibilities

Project Leadership/Stakeholder Management: Provides project leadership and support as directed for data requests and reporting. Assist data consumers in formulating requests and answering data questions, using a variety of tools and systems, including third party data sources and integrated analytic systems.
Analysis: Coordinates with BIRS leadership in the collection, aggregation, and analysis of data from multiple internal and external sources to drive insights into institutional performance. Produce actionable reports, dashboards, and visualizations that show key performance indicators KPIs, identify areas of improvement into current operations, and display root cause analysis of problems.
Reporting and tools: Provide reporting solutions and respond to ad-hoc report requests across multiple business areas. Participate in the design and development of business intelligence reporting tools used by Academic Affairs.
Train and mentor junior analysts on data analysis techniques, data visualization tools, and best practices for data management and governance. Stay up-to-date on emerging trends and best practices in data analysis, data management, data visualization, and storytelling with data.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor's degree and one year of related experience or any combination of education and experience totaling five years. Related degrees might include: Administration (Educational, Public, or Business), Behavioral Science, Research/Evaluation, Information Systems, etc..

Preferred Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor's degree and one year of related experience or any combination of education and experience totaling five years. Related degrees might include: Administration (Educational, Public, or Business), Behavioral Science, Research/Evaluation, Information Systems, etc..

Documents Needed to Apply
Required:

Resume
Cover Letter
Evidence of Degree (Copy of Transcripts or Diploma)

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

Knowledge of business intelligence tools and techniques, such as data modeling, data warehousing, and data visualization.
Knowledge of statistical analysis and data mining techniques.
Knowledge of database design, database management, and data governance best practices.
Knowledge of programming languages such as SQL, R, Python, and other data analysis tools.
Knowledge of higher education institutions' structure, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and identify patterns and trends.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Proficiency in data visualization tools, such as Tableau, Power BI, or QlikView.
Proficiency in statistical analysis tools, such as R or Python.
Strong storytelling skills, with the ability to create compelling narratives and effectively communicate the story behind the data.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and identify patterns and trends.
Skill in verbal and written communication, both in informal and formal contexts.
Attention to detail and clarity.

Abilities

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to understand the business needs and objectives of stakeholders to ensure that data analysis and insights align with their needs.
Ability to train and mentor junior analysts on data analysis techniques, data visualization tools, and best practices for data management and governance.
Ability to stay up-to-date on emerging trends and best practices in data analysis, data management, data visualization, and storytelling with data.
Ability to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and consistency by developing and implementing data quality checks and standards.
Ability to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders through clear and concise reports, presentations, and visualizations.
Ability to support a project from inception through the design, implementation, and extraction/collection of data to the creation of the final report and presentation.
Ability to present themselves as professional, competent, and cordial.
Ability to collaborate within the department and with data stewards and custodians.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/4931414/bi-analyst-iii-birs-data-reporting

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