Academic Planning and Data Analyst, College of Health Sciences - INTERNAL ONLY

Position Summary The Academic Planning and Data Analyst serves as a key resource within the Dean's Office, supporting data-informed planning, operational coordination, and decision-making across the College of Health Sciences. Reporting directly to the Dean, this position integrates academic data analysis with program planning, accreditation support, and administrative operations across a diverse portfolio of accredited, nonaccredited, graduate, undergraduate, and
doctoral-level programs. The Analyst translates institutional and program-level data into actionable insights that support enrollment management, student success, faculty resource planning, and continuous program improvement. In addition to analytics, the role contributes to the coordination of key academic processes, accreditation activities, and day-to-day operations of the Dean's Office. Key Responsibilities Academic Planning & Program Support Support academic planning efforts across programs, including course and enrollment planning, program review processes, faculty workload, and long-term program development initiatives
Prepare summaries, reports, and briefing materials to support decision-making by the Dean and program leadership
Assist in the coordination and execution of program review cycles and related documentation
Maintain and organize key program data, records, and planning materials including a repository required for accreditation cycles Accreditation & Compliance Support Compile, organize, and present program outcome data for accreditation self-studies, annual reports, and site visits across multiple accrediting bodies
Assist in coordinating accreditation timelines, documentation, and data requests
Support site visit preparation, including data validation, materials organization, and logistical coordination
Maintain records related to accreditation standards, outcomes tracking, and compliance requirements Enrollment, Retention & Student Success Analytics Analyze enrollment trends, headcount, credit hour production, and program capacity across both College and University programs in conjunction with IR/Fiscal and other respective constituencies on campus
Produce reports on retention, progression, time-to-completion, and student outcomes by cohort and demographic group to support and further the College and University's mission
Support identification of trends and areas of opportunity related to student success initiatives
Collaborate with Institutional Research and campus partners to ensure data consistency and accuracy Faculty, Operations & Resource Planning Analyze faculty workload data, including course assignments, modality distribution (online, hybrid, in-person), adjunct utilization, and section fill rates to support instructional planning and resource allocation
Maintain and support processes related to the faculty lifecycle, including tracking and reporting needs
Develop and maintain adjunct faculty and course staffing records
Support budget tracking and updates, including preparation of data related to resource allocation and planning
Maintain equipment replacement and capital planning spreadsheets and related
documentation Clinical, External Partnerships & Program Operations Maintain and update records related to clinical sites, field placements, and external agreements in conjunction with clinical coordinators and program and field directors as needed
Support tracking and coordination of partnership agreements and program requirements
Assist with operational coordination across programs within the College Reporting, Dashboards & Data Management Design, maintain, and update recurring reports and dashboards for the Dean's Office and program leadership
Respond to ad hoc data requests in a timely and accurate manner
Ensure data integrity across reports by coordinating with Institutional Research and other data sources
Develop standardized reporting templates to support consistency across programs Dean's Office Operations & Support Provide administrative and operational support to the Dean's Office as needed
Assist with College-level events and initiatives, including orientations, open houses, accreditation visits, donor engagement activities, and special events
Support coordination of communications, materials, and logistics for College initiatives
Contribute to a collaborative, service-oriented environment within the College of Health Sciences Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in data analytics, public health, business, social sciences, statistics, or a related field
Experience in data analysis, reporting, or administrative support, preferably in higher education or healthcare environments
Strong proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools; experience with Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms preferred
Demonstrated ability to synthesize and communicate data clearly to non-technical audiences
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines Preferred Master's degree in a related field
Experience supporting accreditation processes in higher education
Familiarity with student information systems (e.g., Banner, Colleague)
Experience with institutional reporting, assessment, or program evaluation Core Competencies Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Attention to detail and data accuracy
Strong written and verbal communication
Collaboration and relationship-building across academic units
Adaptability and initiative in a dynamic environment
Discretion in handling sensitive institutional and student data Work Environment & Expectations This position operates primarily in a professional office environment within the College of Health Sciences. The role requires sustained computer use, coordination across multiple stakeholders, and the ability to manage concurrent projects and deadlines. Occasional evening or weekend support may be required for College events or accreditation activities. Apply for Academic Planning and Data Analyst, College of Health Sciences - INTERNAL ONLY online