POSITION TITLE: Data Analyst

DEPARTMENT: Office of Hispanic-Serving Initiatives (OHSI)

REPORTS TO: Director of Hispanic-Serving Initiatives (OHSI)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Data Analyst in the Office of Hispanic-Serving Initiatives plays an important role in supporting Dominican University’s mission to promote educational access and success for all students through a dedicated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) framework. The Data Analyst will focus on collecting and organizing data related to student demographics, academic outcomes, and program effectiveness. They will work closely with team members and stakeholders across the university to provide data that supports strategic initiatives and policy decisions, contributing to the university’s commitment to its HSI identity.

This is a grant-funded position (100 %) through the Title V A3 Avanzamos HSI Grant through September 2027. Each grant year is contingent upon renewed funding by the Department of Education.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collect and organize data related to student demographics, enrollment, retention, graduation rates, and other relevant metrics.
Support data analysis efforts by preparing datasets and conducting basic statistical analyses to identify trends and insights.
Collaborate with team members and departments to understand data needs and ensure accurate data collection and entry.
Maintain and update databases, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality.
Create data reports, charts, and visualizations to help communicate findings to team members and stakeholders.
Support the preparation of data for grant proposals and reporting, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and deadlines.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Education, Social Sciences, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with data analysis tools (e.g., SPSS, R, or Python) and data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
Basic knowledge of data analysis techniques and statistical methods.
Familiarity with SQL and database management.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present data in a clear and accessible manner.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience working with data representing multicultural groups.
Independent worker with strong follow-through and ability to document in writing developmental activity.
Experience or coursework related to data analysis in a higher education setting.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Physical Demands:

Ability to spend long durations of the workday sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Salary and FLSA Status

Salary: $45,000 - $53,000 annually
FLSA Status: Exempt, 37.5 hours

Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.

About Dominican University

Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.

Dominican currently enrolls over 3,300 students, including 2,280 undergraduates and 1,027 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.

Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.

Expectations for all Dominican Employees:

To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.

Institutional Statement

Dominican University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. If you need accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at opc@dom.edu for assistance.

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