Senior Data Analyst

Senior Data AnalystPrairie View A&M UniversityThe Senior Data Analyst, under the supervision of the Executive Director of Institutional Research, serves as a key contributor to the university's data-informed decision-making efforts. This position is responsible for the collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of institutional data to support strategic planning, compliance reporting, and operational decision-making. The Senior Data Analyst collaborates with departments across the university to understand business needs, develop data solutions, ensure data accuracy and integrity, and provide actionable insights through reports, dashboards, and analytical studies.The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.Responsibilities:Prepare and submit institutional data for required state, federal, system, and accountability reports, including IPEDS, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), and Texas A&M University System reporting.Coordinate responses to external surveys and ranking requests, including the Common Data Set, U.S. News & World Report, and other higher education data requests.Develop, maintain, and validate recurring and ad hoc reports, analyses, dashboards, and data visualizations for internal and external stakeholders.Partner with academic and administrative units to understand business needs, clarify reporting and analytical requirements, and translate institutional data into actionable information that supports decision-making and operational effectiveness.Extract, transform, integrate, and analyze data from multiple institutional systems while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and data integrity.Interpret and communicate analytical findings to a variety of audiences, providing context, methodology, and recommendations as appropriate.Identify data quality issues and collaborate with data owners and campus partners to improve data accuracy and reliability.Contribute to the development and maintenance of institutional data definitions, reporting standards, and data governance practices.Support strategic planning, enrollment management, student success initiatives, accreditation efforts, and other university priorities through data analysis and research.Stay current on emerging trends, reporting requirements, and best practices in institutional research, higher education analytics, and data management. Perform other duties as assigned.Required Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.Four years of related experience in data collection and analysis and using data management information systems.Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Experience with word-processing, spreadsheet, and database applicationsExcellent written and oral communication skills.Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.Preferred Qualifications:Master's or Doctoral degreeFifteen years of related experience in data collection and analysis, and using data management and information systems.Job Posting Close Date: 11/03/2026Required Attachments:Resume or Curriculum VitaeCover LetterApplication Submission Guidelines:All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io should you need assistance with the online application process.Background Check Requirements:All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.