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University of New Mexico

Student Data Analyst

University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101

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Student Intermediate Level

Requisition ID req33966

Working Title Student Data Analyst

Pay $15.00-$16.00 Hourly

Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department Geospatial and Population Studies (069D)

Employment Type Student Employment

Student Type Student Employment

Status Non-Exempt

Background Check Required No

For Best Consideration Date 7/31/2025

Position Summary

The University of New Mexico's Center for Geospatial and Population Studies (GPS) serves as the New Mexico State Demographer's Office and liaison to the U.S. Census Bureau. We provide accurate, impartial population data and objective analysis to support government agencies, lawmakers, and the public in making informed, data-driven decisions.

GPS is seeking a

Student Data Analyst

to collect, organize, and analyze data related to

Group Quarters

living facilities in New Mexico.

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Collecting data on Group Quarters populations-such as those in nursing homes, correctional facilities, and college dormitories-from a variety of sources including direct telephone outreach. Organizing collected data into comprehensive spreadsheets or databases. Researching facilities using web-based sources and direct outreach via email and phone. Gathering and analyzing data from the U.S. Census Bureau and other relevant datasets.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalencies not found for this position

Preferred Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled in a degree-seeking program at UNM. Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. Preferred Qualifications

-Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

-Experience working with data from the U.S. Census Bureau

-Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS 10, or QGIS

-Exposure to programming languages such as Python, R, SAS, SQL

-Knowledge of New Mexico's geography and cultural landscape

-Strong interpersonal and communication skills

-Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team

-Must be comfortable making phone calls to relevant organizations

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please include a cover letter & resume in addition to a copy of your class schedule.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.