Associate Director, Advancement Analytics

Associate Director, Advancement Analytics - (26002447)

Description

Temple University's Institutional Advancement Department is searching for an Associate Director, Advancement Analytics!

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
A hybrid work schedule
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
12 Paid Holidays
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Range: $60,000 - $65,000
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Position Summary
This is an exciting time to be at Temple University. Under new University leadership, we are embarking on a $1.5 billion comprehensive campaign. This position will be integral in key initiatives to support this campaign. We are looking for an enthusiastic professional who is ready to grow and learn as we make history in real time at Temple University.  Partner with the Director of Data Analytics to prepare data and conduct analyses supporting Advancement strategy, fundraising, operations, and decision-making.   

Reporting to the Director, Advancement Analytics, the Associate Director identifies, prepares, validates, and explores data in support of analytical projects and Institutional Advancement decision-making.  This position is responsible for statistically identifying relevant factors to solve specific analysis problems.   In addition, the role includes extracting, combining, cleansing, and transforming data from multiple sources.  The Associate Director also partners with Advancement stakeholders to understand business needs and identify questions that can be addressed through data. 

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Details
* This position requires the following background checks: Cash Handling and Personally Identifiable Information Background Check.
* This position is listed as Hybrid with a combination of in office and remote work.
Required Education and Experience
* Bachelor’s degree.
* At least 4 years of relevant experience in data analytics, statistics, mathematics, information systems, or a related field.
* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Education and Experience
* Experience working independently with complex data sets and translating business questions into analytical requirements.
* Experience in a higher education environment.
* Experience working with CRM data, preferably Salesforce or a comparable advancement/fundraising CRM.

Required Skills and Abilities
* Intellectual curiosity and the ability to proactively identify questions, trends, and opportunities for analysis rather than relying solely on defined reporting requests.
* Knowledge of SQL and querying relational databases.
* Advanced Excel, including data manipulation, validation, pivot tables, and analytical functions. 
* Data visualization and dashboard tools such as Tableau, or similar. 
* Working with large and complex data sets. 
* Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to identify trends, patterns, anomalies, and opportunities within data. 
* Ability to translate business questions into data requirements and analytical approaches. 
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. 
* Ability to independently investigate discrepancies and determine the likely source of data issues. 
* Ability to recognize when data may be incomplete, inconsistent, or unsuitable for a particular analysis. 
* Strong organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple analytical requests and priorities. 
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain data and analytical findings to non-technical audiences. 
* Ability to collaborate effectively with technical staff and Advancement business partners. 
* Ability to exercise sound judgment regarding data interpretation, confidentiality, and appropriate use of information. 

Preferred Skills and Abilities
* Understanding of relational data structures and the relationships among constituents, gifts, pledges, campaigns, funds/designations, prospects, and other Advancement data.
This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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Primary Location: Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-Main Campus

Job: Staff

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Employee Status: Regular