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About The University Of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
Posting Number
S14564P
Working Title
Data Warehouse Professional I
Department
EITS-Institutional Research
College/Unit/Department Website
oir.uga.edu
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Additional Schedule Information
8am – 5pm, Monday – Friday. This position is not eligible for a remote schedule.
Advertised Salary
Up to 70,000; Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date
01/06/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Proposed Starting Date
02/23/2026
Special Instructions To Applicants
Please provide name and contact information for three professional references. This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship.
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Classification Title
Data Warehouse Pro I
FLSA
Exempt
FTE
1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent
Experience in a Higher Education environment.
Experience with SSIS or Azure Data Factory.
Experience with Python/Pyspark.
Experience with API data extraction.
Experience with Power BI.
Experience with Excel Pivot Tables and/or OLAP cubes.
Position Summary
The Office of Institutional Research at the University of Georgia is seeking a skilled and motivated Data Warehouse Professional to join our team. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our overall data infrastructure, which may include data warehouse, data lakes, and other storage solutions that support reporting and operational data needs across the institution. The successful candidate will collaborate with other data warehouse team members, DBAs, business analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient, secure, and effective data management practices that deliver high value to the university.
Understanding of data warehousing and lakehouse concepts (bronze, silver, gold layers).
Experience with traditional relational database systems (SQL Server, Oracle) and lakehouse environments like Microsoft Fabric or Databricks.
Proficiency with SQL (T‑SQL, Spark SQL) for data transformation, modeling and optimization.
Experience developing ETL/ELT pipelines using SSIS, Azure Data Factory or Microsoft Fabric Data Factory.
Skilled in Python or PySpark and creating notebooks for data processing and analytics.
Experience integrating structured and semi-structured data across different systems.
Awareness of data security, governance, and access controls in SQL Server or Microsoft Fabric.
Ability to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions.
Strong problem‑solving skills and eagerness to learn new technologies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with both technical and functional staff at all levels.
Physical Demands
Normal office environment.
Position Specifics
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P‑Card? No
Is having a P‑Card an essential function of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications): Yes
Credit And P‑Card Policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job‑based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties / Responsibilities (50%)
Design, develop, test, and implement ETL processes to integrate data from diverse sources into the data warehouse using SSIS, database objects, T‑SQL, and Python.
Design, develop, test, and implement data pipelines in Microsoft Fabric to ingest, transform, and load data from diverse sources into lakehouse and warehouse environments, leveraging Data Factory, Spark SQL, PySpark and notebooks.
Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to understand data integration requirements and business objectives.
Duties / Responsibilities (40%)
Provide technical support and ensure system availability, including occasional work outside normal business hours.
Support database migrations, upgrades, and updates.
Monitor data warehouse (ex. SSIS) and lakehouse (ex. pipeline) performance to identify capacity issues and bottlenecks.
Maintain technical documentation and support materials.
Stay current on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in data warehousing.
Adhere to UGA’s change management and version control procedures.
Follow USG and UGA data governance standards for data access, privacy, and security.
Duties / Responsibilities (10%)
Perform related duties as assigned.
Contact Details
Recruitment Contact Name: Julius Gantt
Recruitment Contact Email: jgantt@uga.edu
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Data Warehouse Professional I
role at
Inside Higher Ed
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
About The University Of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
Posting Number
S14564P
Working Title
Data Warehouse Professional I
Department
EITS-Institutional Research
College/Unit/Department Website
oir.uga.edu
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Additional Schedule Information
8am – 5pm, Monday – Friday. This position is not eligible for a remote schedule.
Advertised Salary
Up to 70,000; Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date
01/06/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Proposed Starting Date
02/23/2026
Special Instructions To Applicants
Please provide name and contact information for three professional references. This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship.
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Classification Title
Data Warehouse Pro I
FLSA
Exempt
FTE
1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent
Experience in a Higher Education environment.
Experience with SSIS or Azure Data Factory.
Experience with Python/Pyspark.
Experience with API data extraction.
Experience with Power BI.
Experience with Excel Pivot Tables and/or OLAP cubes.
Position Summary
The Office of Institutional Research at the University of Georgia is seeking a skilled and motivated Data Warehouse Professional to join our team. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our overall data infrastructure, which may include data warehouse, data lakes, and other storage solutions that support reporting and operational data needs across the institution. The successful candidate will collaborate with other data warehouse team members, DBAs, business analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient, secure, and effective data management practices that deliver high value to the university.
Understanding of data warehousing and lakehouse concepts (bronze, silver, gold layers).
Experience with traditional relational database systems (SQL Server, Oracle) and lakehouse environments like Microsoft Fabric or Databricks.
Proficiency with SQL (T‑SQL, Spark SQL) for data transformation, modeling and optimization.
Experience developing ETL/ELT pipelines using SSIS, Azure Data Factory or Microsoft Fabric Data Factory.
Skilled in Python or PySpark and creating notebooks for data processing and analytics.
Experience integrating structured and semi-structured data across different systems.
Awareness of data security, governance, and access controls in SQL Server or Microsoft Fabric.
Ability to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions.
Strong problem‑solving skills and eagerness to learn new technologies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with both technical and functional staff at all levels.
Physical Demands
Normal office environment.
Position Specifics
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P‑Card? No
Is having a P‑Card an essential function of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications): Yes
Credit And P‑Card Policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job‑based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties / Responsibilities (50%)
Design, develop, test, and implement ETL processes to integrate data from diverse sources into the data warehouse using SSIS, database objects, T‑SQL, and Python.
Design, develop, test, and implement data pipelines in Microsoft Fabric to ingest, transform, and load data from diverse sources into lakehouse and warehouse environments, leveraging Data Factory, Spark SQL, PySpark and notebooks.
Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to understand data integration requirements and business objectives.
Duties / Responsibilities (40%)
Provide technical support and ensure system availability, including occasional work outside normal business hours.
Support database migrations, upgrades, and updates.
Monitor data warehouse (ex. SSIS) and lakehouse (ex. pipeline) performance to identify capacity issues and bottlenecks.
Maintain technical documentation and support materials.
Stay current on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in data warehousing.
Adhere to UGA’s change management and version control procedures.
Follow USG and UGA data governance standards for data access, privacy, and security.
Duties / Responsibilities (10%)
Perform related duties as assigned.
Contact Details
Recruitment Contact Name: Julius Gantt
Recruitment Contact Email: jgantt@uga.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr