Data Analyst Job at University of Chicago in Chicago

Data Analyst – University of Chicago

University of Chicago

Base Pay Range: $4,687.64/yr – $5,514.87/yr

Department

Operations & Facilities Planning Business Applications – Facilities Services

About the Department

Facilities Services supports the mission of the University of Chicago by maintaining and enhancing the campus and environment and providing superior client service to faculty, students, staff, neighbors, and visitors.

Job Summary

Serves as a resource and collaborative partner to all areas of Facilities Services (FS) to analyze and visualize data to improve department performance, service delivery, efficiency, and data transparency. Reports directly to the Space Information Manager within the Campus Planning + Sustainability unit.

Primary responsibilities include developing data visualizations, dashboards, key performance indicators, and reports using Tableau or Power BI, extracting data sets from multiple software applications and databases related to space information, capital planning, capital project delivery, energy and sustainability, and facility operations.

Additional duties involve updating data content in the Archibus space management database and AutoCAD floor plans, archiving completed project drawings, preparing reports on GIS maps, supporting data entry and analysis for Facility Condition Assessments and capital project requests, and contributing to the data warehouse for greenhouse gas emissions calculation.

The role requires coordinating work assignments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of work, and maintaining strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with management to create a prioritized list of data analytics and reporting needs for each business unit.
• Achieve an integrated reporting and analysis environment, effectively leveraging analytical systems and tools.
• Engage users to ensure deliverables meet or exceed expectations.
• Participate in the development of business intelligence and other analytical applications.
• Conduct requirements analysis, translate requirements into scope documents, and develop reporting deliverables.
• Provide support, communicate issues to users according to IT standards.
• Perform other related work as needed.

Education

Minimum: College or university degree in a related field.

Work Experience

Minimum: <2 years of experience in a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical area.
• 1–2 years of experience with Tableau or Power BI, linking multiple data sets.
• 1–2 years of experience with SmartSheet.
• Ability to leverage APIs to extract data from systems.
• Working knowledge of SQL and database manipulation.
• Working knowledge of Python for process automation.
• Experience creating BI reports.
• Familiarity with architectural drawing set organization.
• Working knowledge of GIS standards and ArcGIS.
• 1–2 years of experience updating and editing drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and advanced Excel skills.
• 1–2 years of experience with ARCHIBUS or other space management systems.

Preferred Competencies

• Effective planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross‑disciplinary team.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Customer‑service focused interpersonal skills.
• Problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Adaptability to change.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment.
• Work in‑person and remotely as required.
• Travel across campus to meet team members or inspect buildings.
• Ability to sit for short or extended periods and use a computer extensively.
• Ability to inspect architectural plans, keyboarding, bending, stooping to reach files, light lifting, and standing.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• List of 3 References (required)

Application materials must be uploaded via the My Experience page in the Application Documents section.

Benefits Eligible

Yes – the University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about benefits is available in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected classes. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation may request assistance. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check.

Scheduling

Individual Contributor – 40 hours per week, weekly schedule.