LRS Architects
The Board of Regents (BoR) is established in the Louisiana Constitution as the states coordinating board for higher education, working with four management boards, 32 public degree-granting institutions, and four special-purpose institutions. The BoR sets statewide policy related to higher education; advocates for higher education systems and institutions; distributes state-provided funding in accordance with legislative actions; and administers granting programs related to the advancement of the missions of postsecondary education systems and institutions. The BoR contains three programs which include the Board of Regents, the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA), and the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON).
Position Overview
This is a mid-level technical administrative research position requiring various information technology, systems analysis, database management and research methodology skills. The Higher Education Data Analyst will provide analytical support for the Regents statewide data reporting network as well as research and analysis of higher education policy and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in a related analytical field.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate degree with programming coursework.
Skills & Abilities
Minimum 2 years of experience with SQL/TSQL.
Advanced integration skills with Microsoft Office and databases.
Proficiency in database management and conventions.
Expertise in statistical methods and research.
Ability to document technical processes.
Understanding of higher education policies.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Prior experience in higher education institutions or system offices.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
Support leadership with systematic, comprehensive analyses and strategic initiatives.
Produce technical reports, summaries, and studies to inform policy.
Ensure institutional/statewide data aligns with national and regional standards.
Develop ad hoc and production reports for stakeholders.
Assist in the maintenance of systems for Workforce Validated Skills and Learning data.
Experience with data visualization tools for public use.
Flexibility to adapt to additional tasks as needed.
How To Apply
To apply for this vacancy, click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.
Contact Information
Kimberly Small
kimberly.small@laregents.edu
The Board of Regents is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at http://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf.
Vacancy Information
This is an unclassified position.
This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA.
Applications will be rejected if the applicant fails to meet the minimum qualifications, submits an incomplete application, or fails to apply by the closing date of the announcement.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application listing complete work experience and education.
Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.
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