Data Solutions Analyst

Job Summary The Data Solutions Analyst plays a key role in advancing the college's mission ofsupporting student success through data-informed decision-making to support the College's data collection, analysis, and reporting needs.

This position is responsible for regulatory/compliance reporting and supports institutional planning, effectiveness, marketability, andstrategic initiatives of Cecil College. The analyst gathers, audits, analyzes, and reports moderate-to-high complexity data under moderatesupervision. Ensures data integrity. May build dashboards or reporting systems for end users, perform ad-hoc analyses and reporting toinform decision-making, or design predictive modeling or other data mining capabilities. This role also has a cross functional duty ofassisting in supporting the ERP applications. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in data analysis, team collaboration,cross-team communication, and time management within a demanding workload; as well as strong technical skills in SQL, enterprise resourceplanning (ERP) systems, student information systems (SIS), visualization software, and survey creation.

JOBDESCRIPTION ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Data Services Responsibilities:

Support mandatory external reporting (IPEDS, state agencies, and accrediting bodies). Ensure timely and accuratesubmissions for compliance reporting, requests, and projects including and not limited to IPEDS, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, MartlandHigher Education Commission, etc. Develop and maintain the processes and scripts that collect, validate, and report data requiredfor internal stakeholders and external entities, including federal, state, and accreditation compliance requirements for a higher educationinstitution. Assist with the development and maintenance of technical documentation for reports, projects, and changemanagement. Assist with data governance efforts, events, and analysis projects that make complex data accessible and actionablefor stakeholders. Ensure personal and positional compliance with Cecil College's data security standards, policies, and proceduresby consistently applying best practices for data protection, classification, access, and management including consistent effort to increaseawareness about security threats and reporting of potential risks/breaches. Participate in the Maryland Community College ResearchGroup monthly meetings and the professional development day(s), as well as regional and national higher education, technology, andinstitutional research associations Maintain and expand technical knowledge by attending ERP/SIS training and other technicaltraining as assigned. Supports data integration efforts, including extracting, transforming, and loading (ETL) processes forspecialized projects. Ensures data quality, consistency, and integrity across data systems. Responds to requests forinformation by preparing ad hoc reports, recurring reports, dashboards, and query analyses in various formats. Interprets data toidentify trends, patterns, and anomalies that inform strategy, operations, and organizational planning. Develops and maintainshistorical, comparative, and longitudinal datasets. Presents analytical findings, trends, and technical information to a varietyof audiences at meetings, trainings, or public forums. Designs, implements, and maintains robust data solutions that ensureaccuracy, accessibility, and usability across the institution. Works extensively with systems such as Colleague ERP, EllucianRecruit, Ellucian Ethos, integrating data from multiple sources to provide actionable insights through reports and dashboards. Translates complex requirements into practical solutions that align with institutional priorities.

ERPResponsibilities:

Assist with administration of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system and other applications.

Duties include system configuration, installation of software upgrades, data refresh clones of supported environments, debugging/testing allimplementations/upgrades. Develop an understanding in business processes and ERP content areas utilized by campus functional areasand provide users with liaison and technical support for related applications. Develop, manage and support integrations betweenERP systems and third-party applications (e.g., room scheduling, bookstore applications). Collaboration &Communication Collaborate with faculty, deans, department leaders, IT, and student success teams. Collaborate with departments to move operational and strategic initiatives of Cecil College forward, including opportunities that supportvalidation, auditing, and improvements in strategic reporting and data management practices. Provide training and support ondashboards, reports, and data tools. Assist with the development and maintenance of technical documentation for reports, projects,and change management. Translates complex requirements into practical solutions that align with institutional priorities. Serve on workgroups as assigned by supervisor. Perform other duties as assigned.

Typical Tools & SystemsUsed ERP/SIS:

Colleague Data Visualization:

Ellucian Insights, Excel Databases:

SQL Server, Snowflake Surveys:

Qualtrics

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE:

Various application types (web,mobile, desktop, cloud-based) is essential. Database structure (SQL Server and MySQL) Relational database concepts,tools, and techniques, including the use of Structured Query Language (SQL) ETL processes such as SQL Server IntegrationServices SQL Server Management Studio and related data tools such as SQL Server Analysis Services, MS Reporting Services, andExcel Services Principals and techniques of computer programming, basic online programming and programming documentation Various computer programming languages, including JAVAscript/JSON. Operating procedures of computer systems and relatedequipment Principles and practices of database management systems Reporting design and delivering reportingsolutions End-user reporting tools ERP/SIS experience (Colleague ERP, Ellucian Ethos, Ellucian Recruit, EllucianInsights)

SKILLS & ABILITY TO

Read, interpret, and apply complex technical publications,manuals, and other documents Prepare clear and concise computerized reports Ability to write complex SQL queries againsta range of relational databases. Report writing skills using a variety of technologies and software programs. Strongdesktop automation skills, including effective use of e-mail, word processors, spreadsheets, and the ability to use tools in conjunctionwith databases. Time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, communicate project status, and provideleadership and direction for assigned initiatives. The ability to perform in a dynamic and team-oriented environment isessential. Problem-solving and analytical skills are critical to be successful in this job. Excellent documentation,organizational, and communication skills. Attention to detail is critical. Ability to deal with conflicting deadlinesregularly Ability to troubleshoot, research, and resolve root cause issues. Excellent verbal, written, presentation, andinterpersonal communication skills. Excellent Microsoft Office 365 skills (Outlook, Excel, Word) and the ability to becomeproficient with Teams/Zoom. Ability to work cross-functionally, lead projects, and facilitate training. Ability to workwith staff of different technical aptitudes and communicate technical information to a non-technical audience. Ability to workindependently. Requires problem-solving and analytical skills Understand and follow oral and written instructions Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Establish and maintain effective working relationships withthose contacted in the course of work Meet project schedule and timelines Plan and organize work schedule Learn new skills and adapt to changes in technology, continuously update personal knowledge of industry-leading technology Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others Provides basic procedural and technicalguidance to functional areas regarding technology usage and management. Performs complex data analyses and reporting. Attend conferences and report back key findings and initiatives seen amongst other vendors and industries. Demonstrate sensitivityto and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnicbackgrounds of community college students

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

Required Education Bachelor's degree in data analytics, statistics, social sciences, business, education, orrelated field. Required Experience Demonstrated experience working with large datasets and relationaldatabases.

Proficiency with:

SQL Excel (advanced functions) Data visualization tools (Power BI,Tableau) Ability to interpret and present data clearly to diverse audiences. Strong attention to detail anddata quality. Preferred Experience Strong understanding of business process analysis and systemintegration concepts. Experience working with Colleague or related ERP systems in higher education. Familiarity withframeworks and regulations such as ITIL, FERPA, and GLBA Experience in a higher‑ed environment, Experience webdevelopment tools such as JavaScript, jQuery, CSS, and HTML.

Knowledge of:

IPEDS reporting Accreditationrequirements (regional and programmatic) Student success analytics (predictive modeling, early alerts)

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS

Monday - Friday; 8am to 4:30pm. This position is not overtime eligible.

Varied work schedule during critical periods sometimes requiring evening, Saturday, and Sunday work hours. Due to the need of interactionwith students, employees, and the college community this position requires in-person presence. This position is eligible for telework perthe Telework Policy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

: This position classifies the physical exertionrequirements as sedentary work involving lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docketfiles, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standingis often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally, and other sedentarycriteria are met.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment involves everyday risks ordiscomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office or meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safeworkplace practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire and building safety regulations, and trafficsignals when driving.

General Benefits:

Cecil College offers full-time employees acomprehensive benefit package offering medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and eligible dependents; generous annual, sick andpersonal leave; 19 paid holidays; tuition assistance and tuition waiver based on eligibility guidelines; opportunity to enroll in retirementaccounts (403B or Maryland State Retirement System based on eligibility guidelines); voluntary retirement account with TIAA or Fidelity,employee paid short term disability, employer provided basic life insurance and accidental death insurance, and employee paid voluntary lifeinsurance, access to Fitness Center, and library. For more information Employee Benefits |

Cecil College Salary:

This is an exempt position (not overtime eligible); Grade 115 (payscale:$57,309-$91,695 ). Based on the budget, the salary for the position will be $70,000-$72,000. Applicants' initial salary placement isbased on internal equity and relevant candidate experience. For best consideration please apply by 4/21/2026. Posted on 4/7/2026