Institutional Research Specialist- Data Strategy

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Responsible for validating information used for data informed decision making using all tools available to troubleshoot and resolve issues. Utilizes data management tools, application admin tools and backend databases to ensure the consistency, accuracy and completeness of data provided. Collaborates with various university departments, as necessary. Develops exception monitoring and reporting processes and makes recommendations for process improvement. Reports data from both institutional and external databases for completion of ad hoc and survey requests. Coordinates and completes the KSU Fact Book each year. Assists with designing dashboards using KSU data for publication on the department website. Handles assignment of data/report requests within the department.
 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Researches and resolves data quality problems.
2. Provides quality assurance oversight of data flows and stores.
3. Works with multiple campus stakeholders to coordinate timely revisions to student data systems once data issues are present.
4. Manages and writes vital pre-census data reports for the enrollment department so that accurate data is supplied to the University System of Georgia.
5. Manages and maintains data quality documentation.
6. Monitors production data to identify data anomalies and executes corrective actions to ensure data integrity.
7. Maintains scheduled data delivery standards.
8. Works with data stewards to discover and determine data inaccuracies and other data issues.
9. Develops monitoring solutions for data integrity.
10. Responsible for completing ad hoc data requests, report writing, and surveys as assigned.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Required Experience
Some related work experience

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Advanced Degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or related technical field
Preferred Experience
Data management experience with a relational database.
1-3 years of experience working in Institutional Research or other applicable areas in higher education setting
Advanced

The budgeted salary range is $51,600 to $60,000. Offers are based on relevant experience. 

Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

ABILITIES
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines 
KNOWLEDGE
Experience with higher education administrative/student information systems 
Experience using data manipulation software applications such as SAS, SQL, etc
SKILLS
Strong commitment to data integrity and attention to detail 
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite) 
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills 
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
 

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [email protected].

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

• Standard Enhanced
• Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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