Data Analyst Project Lead

Work Schedule: 6-20 hours per week; shifts based on operational need of the organization; eligible for hybrid work.

OVERVIEW

Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) employs student-focused professionals with equity-mindsets. Established in 1963, ASI is a non‑profit corporation led by a 14‑member board of elected student leaders. ASI is an auxiliary organization authorized by the California State University Board of Trustees to perform Student Life functions for Cal Poly Pomona students. ASI provides opportunities for student engagement, student leadership and employment, and a multitude of Student Life programs and services e.g., recreation and wellbeing, student union and activities, student government, clubs and organizations, food pantry, and childcare. The administrative and student support areas of ASI include human resources, financial services, information technology, facilities management, and marketing. ASI employs approximately 500 part‑time students and 60 full‑time staff members. ASI accepts the responsibility for conscientiously managing mandatory student fees and state‑owned facilities: $18M annual operating budget, $5M annual debt service, approximately $24M in reserves, and 294,253 square feet of student space (student union, recreation center, and pool). ASI is in the Cal Poly Pomona Division of Student Affairs with a dashed reporting line to Administrative Affairs. ASI serves the entire campus population, including over 28,000 students.

POSITION DEFINITION

Under the general supervision of the Data and Assessment Coordinator, the Data Analyst Project Lead directs and supports the project work of the Data Analyst Assistants while also contributing to data‑related projects. This position ensures the timely execution of assessment, evaluation, and research initiatives and provides mentorship and guidance to peers. The position leads work in the collection, inspection, cleansing, transforming, modeling, and analysis of data. This role requires strong leadership, advanced analytical skills, independent judgment and decision‑making, and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Provide day‑to‑day direction, support, and guidance to support Data Analyst Assistants projects Coordinate with key stakeholders for project goals, deliverables, and timelines Lead project‑based staff assignments, monitoring team workload and ensuring timely project completion Serve as the primary point of contact for Data Analyst Assistants regarding project questions and technical challenges Assist management with overall assessment initiatives, timelines, and data management Lead data collection, organization, analysis, and dissemination of significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy Work with key stakeholders and utilize creative storytelling skills in data visualization tasks and presentations Lead development and enhancement of department and organization dashboards Collaborate with management to improve data management processes and team workflows Effectively utilize and optimize department and enterprise analytical tools & develop standard operating procedures and training for broader staff analytical tool utilization Assist in the development of ASI’s assessment, evaluation, and research processes and protocols Remain intellectually curious in all assessment, evaluation, and research project work Maintain open communication with all staff and key stakeholders Safeguard all data in all practices and responsibilities Attend all ASI trainings, meetings, and workshops, as required Approach work with a growth mindset and seek new and creative ways to accomplish goals Maintain a high standard of service and support for ASI team members Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field. A degree in a social science or humanities field with si #J-18808-Ljbffr Associated Students Inc