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Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

As part of the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President, the Office of Institutional Research, Planning and Effectiveness provides vision and leadership to the reporting, institutional research, assessment, strategic planning and accreditation activities of the institution.

This is a regular 12-month, full-time (or part-time considered) , administrative professional position reporting directly to the Director of Institutional Research, Planning and Effectiveness at Colorado State University. This position is based in Fort Collins, with the potential for flexible work arrangements, including remote work. In-person preferred; hybrid and fully remote considered. This individual must be available for synchronous communication during normal business hours, typically 8 am to 5 pm Mountain Time.

The position has responsibility for a range of duties within the Office with a primary focus on 1) designing, developing, documenting, and configuring custom web-based reports and visualizations, 2) writing/editing complex SQL programming coding for use by others within the office.

The position is expected to use independent judgement to make sound decisions with limited supervision.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field

• At least one year experience creating BI / interactive reports and visualizations for constituent use employing tools such as WebFOCUS, Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, Shiny, Cognos etc
• Prior experience in writing complex SQL queries using Oracle’s client toolsets such as SQL Developer or PL/SQL
• Demonstrated ability to learn and effectively apply business rules to programming and reporting projects

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Proven ability to work independently and as an integral member of a team
•Experience employing strong communication and collaboration skills to maintain effective team structure and ensure timely completion of projects
• Demonstrated commitment to data quality and integrity
• Demonstrated focus on customer/client in completing projects
• Prior professional IT experience working with higher education data or in an Institutional Research office
• Familiarity with database modeling and Business Intelligence;
• Experience with Power BI.

Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations.

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. 

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.