Data Reporting Analyst 2 (PowerBI Specialist)

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors 

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

About The Department

University of Cincinnati is a renowned institution in higher education, committed to advancing knowledge and contributing to the betterment of society through research, education, and community engagement. Our Digital Technology Services - Data and Analytics team plays a crucial role in harnessing data to inform strategic decisions and improve the educational experience.
 

Hybrid Onsite:

This position offers a hybrid opportunity to work both remotely and onsite and therefore requires that the incumbent reside within a commutable distance to Greater Cincinnati. Hybrid work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies.

Job Overview

As a Data Reporting Analyst 2, identify business intelligence, reporting, and data analysis needs and build data models, reports and dashboards. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to turn data into critical information and knowledge that can be used to make sound business decisions. The ideal candidate should have experience and knowledge in PowerBI.

Essential Functions

• Work directly with clients to identify business requirements.
• Convert business requirements into developed reports.
• Develop reports and dashboards with limited supervision and have the ability to guide business users on best practices.
• Interpret results using a variety of statistical techniques.
• Guide business users on best practices.
• Capable of maintaining existing catalog with limited guidance.
• Create data models and data sets that meet the reporting and analytics requirements.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
• Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement

Required Experience

• Two (2) years of business and/or ERP related experience
• Basic knowledge of systems and database administration

Additional Qualifications Considered

• 3+ years of experience in PowerBI building data models, reports, and dashboards.
• 5+ years of proven experience as a Report Developer.
• 2+ years of experience working with SAP BW and SAP Business Objects
• Strong SQL skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work with complex datasets.
• Knowledge of Student and HR data domains is preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of the higher education sector is a plus.
• Preferred experience working with cloud hosted data and analytical tools.
• Preferred experience in Informatica Data Integration and/or Data Quality.
• Preferred experience in Snowflake.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu. 

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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