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University of the Pacific

Business Analyst - Temporary Casual

🇺🇸 Stockton, CA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $27 - $35 per Hour 💻 Operations 🗓️ May 3rd, 2026
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University of the Pacific is hiring a Business Analyst - Temporary Casual. The role involves developing and producing reports and analytical tools by collecting and managing data from various sources. The analyst supports fundraising efforts by providing timely data insights and ensuring data accuracy under the direction of the Executive Director of Advancement Services.

Highlights

  • Develops reports and analysis for planning, forecasting, and decision making for Division leaders and fundraisers.

  • Maintains and manages data extracts from multiple sources and audits data integrity for accuracy.

  • Produces internal reports on constituent demographics, engagement, and division initiatives’ performance.

  • Utilizes data analytics to identify strategic fundraising opportunities.

  • Communicates findings through written reports and data visualizations tailored to target audiences.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required; experience with SQL, Power BI, Python, R, Tableau, and data visualization tools is preferred.

  • Minimally requires a Bachelor's Degree in social science, business, or related field and one year of professional data analysis experience.

  • Preferred candidates have experience in Advancement Services/fundraising or higher education data reporting.

  • Hourly pay range is $26.63 to $35.29, based on responsibilities and candidate qualifications.

  • Supports internal requests and annual reporting such as CASE VSE and external benchmarking.

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Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title Business Analyst - Temporary Casual
Union Level
Department Development Operations
Campus Stockton
Posting Number 201304289P
Full or Part Time Full Time
Number of Months 12
Work Schedule
Position End Date
Open Date 05/01/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.
Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Position Summary Information
Primary Purpose
The Business Analyst (Temporary Casual) is a limited-term entry-level analyst position in the Advancement Services office. The analyst is responsible for supporting the development of reporting and analytical tools that provide relevant and timely data to identify trends and metrics. This includes collecting and receiving data from disparate sources, maintaining, and managing data in the development information system, auditing the integrity of that data to ensure completeness and accuracy based on downstream data systems, and researching discrepancies. This position will provide support, through the strategic identification of fundraising opportunities, utilizing data analytics under the direction of the Executive Director of Advancement Services.
*This is an in-person position on the Stockton campus.
Essential Functions
  • Develops and produces reports and analysis comparing historical and operational measurements for planning, analytics, and forecasting to support Division leaders and fundraisers with data-driven decision making.
  • Works with Development and Alumni Relations Division staff, and other functional areas to maintain data extracts, data access, reports, and delivers data from operational data stores and transaction processing systems.
  • Validates information in data extracts and develops reports to identify and resolve errors.
  • Creates internal reports related to constituent demographics, engagement, systems performance, campaign adoption, efficiencies, and effectiveness of various division initiatives.
  • Manipulates data from primary or secondary data sources to produce reports and data sets.
  • Reports on the strategic and operational performances of business units.
  • Applies understanding of divisional business operations and information requirements to evaluate, test new or enhanced services and information systems/tools with partners in IT and the Division.
  • Reviews information carefully and accurately using University business procedures, systems procedures, historical data trends, benchmarks, past reports, and IRS/CASE standards as guidelines.
  • Effectively communicates through written reports and data visualizations tailored to the target audience.
  • Responds to annual reporting such as Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) – Voluntary Support of Education (VSE), External Benchmarking, U.S News and World Report, and others as needed.
  • Responds to internal requests for information using techniques ranging from standard data aggregation to more complex data mining.
  • Performs related miscellaneous duties as assigned or requested.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a social science, business, or a research-related field.
  • One (1) year of professional experience working with data analysis.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
  • One (1) year of experience working in an Advancement Services/Fundraising office or with data reporting in a higher education environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to think critically and analytically.
  • Meticulous attention to detail.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Experience using data visualization tools that may include but not limited to Power BI, Python, R, Tableau, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Experience with SQL or similar query/programming language.
  • Technical proficiency with data testing and data management.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Encompass traits of good judgment, confidentiality, and discretion in communicating with colleagues and constituents.
  • Positive attitude, proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.
  • Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
  • Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires extended periods of sitting and occasional us of computer and phones with repetitive hand/wrist motion. Occasional walking, standing, and verbal communication. Infrequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting. Infrequent reaching above shoulders. May be requested to lift up to 25 lbs.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Work performed during standard business hours.
Hiring Range $26.63 - $35.29 per hour; We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement
University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree in a social science, business, or a research-related field?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have at least one (1) year of professional experience working with data analysis?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly:

    Are you currently excluded from participation in federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?

    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly:

    Have you received notice that you are under review for possible exclusion from any federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?

    • Yes
    • No
  6. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • CSHP Job Posting
    • ACCP Job Posting
    • Personal Referral
    • Pacific Website
    • Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

  1. Other Document
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