Reporting to the Director, Institutional Research, the Data Analyst provides technical and analytical expertise to institutional research projects and initiatives to support strategic planning, quality assurance, evidence-based decision making, and the University’s external and internal reporting requirements. The Data Analyst prepares and validates data submissions for educational system initiatives, develops analytical models to support forecasting, planning and decision-making, and designs and executes relevant data visualizations. Using a range of internal and external data sources, the Data Analyst develops, manages and manipulates complex data sets required for research, analysis and reporting, undertaking data analyses and producing reports of analytical findings. The Data Analyst also supports the data governance program at RRU, especially with respect to data validation, data definitions, and data quality. In general, the role collects, compiles, verifies and transforms data into value-added information and reports, often to fulfill sensitive and high-priority internal and external information needs.

Job Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in an analytical field of study such as data science, information science or mathematics. A Master’s degree in a relevant field is preferred

• Minimum of 3 years related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Demonstrated skills in extracting, manipulating and analyzing large amounts of complex data efficiently to produce accurate results.

• Proficient in designing and executing reporting, analysis, and data visualizations using diverse applications such as Tableau, Power BI, SPSS, Excel, and SQL Server Reporting Services.

• Fluent in programming languages to extract and manage data (e.g., SQL, Python, R) and analyze large datasets.

• Knowledge of data governance principles and best practices.

• Experience with data modelling and business analysis techniques.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail with an emphasis on accuracy.

• Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills. Ability to explain complex information clearly and concisely to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Ability to manage multiple competing deadlines.

• Strong organizational skills.

• High degree of ethics and sound judgment to manage sensitive, confidential, or contentious information.

• Superior collaboration skills, with a strong service orientation.

• Knowledge of relational and dimensional databases, with an understanding of the flow of data throughout administrative systems.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with the post-secondary sector and experience with academic and administrative processes and systems, including quality assurance frameworks.
• Ability to apply a variety of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed research methodologies and conduct statistical analysis, with knowledge of advanced analytics methods.
• Experience working on information management or data governance projects.

Additional Information

This is a regular, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week. This position has been evaluated at MPT-B with a salary range of $69,908 (minimum) to $82,147 (midpoint) to $94,387 (maximum) per annum. Employment offers will normally be made between the minimum and midpoint of the range and are determined by knowledge, experience and internal equity. The University is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit package. Royal Roads University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

While Royal Roads University values all applications we receive, only those candidates shortlisted for further consideration will be contacted. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, you will need to be legally eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the employment contract. If you require any form of accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us directly at human.resources@royalroads.ca attention: Abbi Rogers or 250-391-2600 extension 4408 so we can offer you individualized assistance and ensure equity in our recruitment and hiring process. ALL COMPETITIONS WILL CLOSE AT 10.00 P.M. ON THE DATE OF CLOSING