Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon's most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America's most dynamic cities. Our mission to "let knowledge serve the city" reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action - in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life , from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of Institutional Research this position is responsible for extracting, analyzing, modeling, forecasting, interpreting, and reporting enrollment management and student success data from both institutional and external data bases, employing technology tools, such as data mining or analytics; developing and conducting research studies using statistical techniques; presenting data and results to various audiences; serving on and supporting task forces and committees; and working collaboratively on projects with colleagues within and outside the Office of Institutional Research and Planning.
Minimum Qualifications
• Master's degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience with higher education information and data management.

• Demonstrated experience in research design, data gathering and manipulation, and statistical aggregation and analysis, including the ability to present information clearly using appropriate database, spreadsheet, and graphical tools.

• Demonstrated experience with data architecture, implementation of web-based interfaces to databases, and data extract and manipulation.

• Programming proficiency in computer languages like: SQL , R, Stata, SAS and SPSS .

• Demonstrated experience with data collection, validation, storage, and retrieval techniques and the ability to create and manipulate large data sets efficiently.

• Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of constituencies to provide direction, advice, coordination, and help in the collection, interpretation, and use of data.

• Ability to work as a member of a team.

• Familiarity with a broad array of higher education-related data and the ability to evaluate its validity and relevance in relation to policy development.
Preferred Qualifications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Skill in research design, data gathering and manipulation, and statistical aggregation and analysis, including the ability to present information clearly using appropriate database, spreadsheet, and graphical tools. Critical to the design process is the ability to anticipate the data consumer's unexpressed needs and questions.

• Experience with business intelligence systems, especially Cognos; data mining, and analytics.

• Technical experience as a Tableau content creator

• Demonstrated skill in advanced statistical techniques and analysis and interpretation of results.

• Knowledge of education in Oregon including community college, private and public higher education, and of higher education throughout the U.S.

• Report writing skills.
Key Cultural Competencies

• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
• Adheres to all PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours TBD Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.

The starting annual salary for this position will be between $80,893 and $95,052 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.

An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview

Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator

Application Instructions

Additional Information Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
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Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes Position End Date (if applicable) If you have questions

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