Florida State University is hiring: Data Analyst in Tallahassee

Overview

Job Title: Data Analyst

Location: Hybrid

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 61460

Department: Florida Institute for Child Welfare

Responsibilities

The MyALIGN Data Analyst leads data management and evaluation efforts for the MyALIGN professional development initiative. This position oversees and manages the research resource library. This role ensures timely and accurate data collection, analysis, and reporting to support program improvement and accountability. It conducts day-to-day data evaluation activities for outcome tracking and continuous quality improvement (CQI). This includes:

• Developing and implementing brief data collection tools for singular events (e.g., webinars, training). Analyzes data both by event and longitudinally, providing periodic reports and insights.
• Collecting, monitoring, analyzing, and reporting data collected standard through the MyALIGN learning management system and its users.
• Supporting the Assistant Director in collection and analysis of MyALIGN customer satisfaction data.
• Overseeing quality assurance and security of collected data.
• Managing the research resource library housed within the LMS, including supporting the design and implementation of tagging strategies for research assets, developing and maintaining taxonomies and controlled vocabularies to improve searchability, and analyzing usage patterns and search behaviors to optimize asset discoverability.
• Collaborating with MyALIGN program staff to align data collection, analysis, and reporting standards with program goals.
• Generating data-informed reports and insights for internal use and external dissemination. Providing CQI recommendations to the Assistant Directors of MyALIGN (i.e., Research & Evaluation, Programming).
• Contributing to research publications and presentations as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced in LMS data management, training evaluation, and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) frameworks.
• Skilled in data cataloguing, taxonomy development, and managing controlled vocabularies.
• Proficient in data analysis, visualization, and reporting using modern tools and techniques.
• Strong understanding of search and retrieval systems, including indexing and tagging strategies.
• Effective working both independently and in collaborative team environments.

Additional Information

The Florida Institute for Child Welfare was created within the Florida State University College of Social Work. The purpose of the institute is to advance the well-being of children and families by improving the performance of child protection and child welfare services through research, policy analysis, evaluation, and leadership development. Please visit https://ficw.fsu.edu/home for more information.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Salary and Benefits

Anticipated salary ranging from mid $40,000's to upper $70,000's, commensurate with education and experience.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is based in Tallahassee and is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.