University of Chicago · 2 months ago
Director, Analytics Reporting and Intelligence Solutions
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$170K/yr - $180K/yr
7+ years expThe University of Chicago is committed to delivering high-quality solutions and services through its ITS department. The Director of Analytics Reporting and Intelligence Solutions will lead strategic and operational initiatives in data governance, analytics platforms, and business intelligence solutions while fostering collaboration and innovation across the university.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Defines and executes a strategic vision for analytics, data management, business intelligence technologies, and data governance that balances innovation with secure development practices
Leads and mentors a team of managers and employees, encouraging proactive engagement and professional growth through structured development plans and continuous learning opportunities
Drives collaboration across ITS and University stakeholders, ensuring alignment between technology initiatives and institutional goals
Acts as a consultative partner to stakeholders, provides strategic insights, understands business needs, and fosters two-way communication to drive solutions
Promotes a collaborative approach to problem-solving and resource alignment, empowering teams to respond effectively to institutional challenges and opportunities
Strengthens the team’s understanding of institutional systems and processes, ensuring informed feedback and effective decision-making
Establishes and manages comprehensive governance frameworks that prioritize data quality, accessibility, and compliance, while embedding secure development practices into operational workflows
Conducts inventories of data assets and implements integrated solutions for seamless, secure data utilization
Oversees risk management and quality assurance protocols to ensure systems are robust and aligned with institutional priorities
Develops and maintains a master calendar to coordinate activities and ensure alignment with organizational priorities
Enhances planning processes and adopts best practices to improve efficiency, manage risks, and achieve operational goals
Advocates for investments in secure and innovative solutions that drive institutional success and stakeholder satisfaction
Oversees analytics platforms to deliver actionable insights and leverage data, reporting and intelligence technologies to improve operational outcomes
Ensures that tools and platforms align with best practices in data governance and secure development
Drives innovation by identifying opportunities to integrate emerging technologies that address institutional priorities
Manages managers and professional staff. Establishes performance goals, allocates resources and assesses policies for direct subordinates
Develops departmental plans to maintain administrative data. Ensures that the data is accessible, easy-to-use, flexible, and suitable for various analytical purposes, including joint analyses across multiple domains and interactions across multiple systems
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
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Master's degree
Background in information management or related field
Direct supervisory experience managing a diverse team with multiple stakeholders
Background in higher education
Project and program management experience
Lead projects using a formal software lifecycle development methodology
Proven ability to lead teams in a collaborative, consultative, and proactive manner while championing professional development
Demonstrated success in establishing governance frameworks that integrate secure development practices into broader operational strategies
Strong strategic planning, resource management, and risk mitigation skills to ensure effective alignment with institutional goals
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills, able to foster partnerships and drive consensus
Benefits
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
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University of Chicago
One of the world’s great intellectual destinations, the University of Chicago empowers scholars and students to ask tough questions, cross disciplinary boundaries, and challenge conventional thinking to enrich human life around the globe.
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