Business Data Analyst II

The Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs provides oversight to UCF's academic enterprise, including the university's 12 colleges and academic administrative units. The Office of Integrated Academic Planning leads and fosters a university-wide culture of comprehensive planning. Integrated Academic Planning brings together academic, research, technology, space and resource planning throughout the academic enterprise into one cohesive plan in support of strategic priorities and university goals.

The Opportunity:

The Business Data Analyst II plays a key role in supporting the Integrated Academic Planning unit within the Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs. The position is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting both qualitative and quantitative data to inform strategic and departmental decision-making. The Business Data Analyst II will apply best practices in data analysis and reporting to support academic planning initiatives and institutional priorities. The role reports directly to the Senior Manager for Operations and Integrated Academic Planning.

Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements information-gathering processes and reporting templates to aid in the collection of data and reports. Collaborates with university stakeholders to successfully develop these.

• Compiles data using internal and external databases in support of project and report priorities.

• Analyzes and interprets data to produce comprehensive reports that support the advancement of strategic priorities.

• Collaborates with Analytics and Integrated Planning and other university stakeholders to streamline data reporting, establish and modify dashboards and develop reporting timelines.

• Utilizes data to develop clear and concise visual representations for reports and presentations.

• Utilizes predictive modeling to forecast trends and outcomes to support integrated academic planning.

• Supports special projects to support the mission of the department and advance department priorities.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or certification in Data Analytics, Finance, or other relevant field.

• Familiarity with data concepts (metrics, KPIs, tables) and exposure to analytics tools, including Tableau, Excel, Power BI.

• Understanding of UCF organizational structures, processes, and policies.

• Experience working in higher education.

• Experience with Workday or similar ERP systems.

• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interact with staff and leadership at all levels of an organization.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

• Education assistance

• Flexible work environment

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

Dive into our Total Rewards Calculator to discover the diverse selection available to you, giving you a glimpse into the benefits that together shape your comprehensive rewards package at UCF.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

#LI-ONSITE