Business Data Analyst

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University of Utah is hiring a Business Data Analyst. The role involves supporting the Data & Software Solutions team by running and validating reports from multiple systems, developing and maintaining Tableau dashboards, and providing data insights to support academic and administrative partners as well as accreditation processes. The analyst applies various analytical techniques to interpret data and collaborates with campus partners to ensure data accuracy and business intelligence solutions.

Highlights

Run and validate reports from Student Data Warehouse and Salesforce CRM.
Develop, maintain, and enhance Tableau dashboards and manage Tableau Server extracts.
Collect, validate, and report data to support institutional rankings and accreditation.
Analyze and interpret data using techniques from basic aggregation to advanced data mining.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and troubleshoot data issues.
Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and workflow efficiencies.
Required skills include proficiency with Tableau, SQL querying, Excel or Google Sheets, and an understanding of ETL concepts.
Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalent experience and 2-4 years of relevant experience.
Supports the David Eccles School of Business and works within the Data and Software Solutions department.
Compensation range: $63,000 - $68,000 annually, full-time with a standard 40-hour work week.

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Open Date	11/04/2025
Requisition Number	PRN43504B
Job Title	Business Data Analyst
Working Title	Business Data Analyst
Career Progression Track	F
Track Level
FLSA Code	Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code?	No
Standard Hours per Week	40
Full Time or Part Time?	Full Time
Shift	Day
Work Schedule Summary	Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM Full Telecommute
VP Area	Academic Affairs
Department	02218 - Data and Software Solutions
Location	Campus
City	Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment	External Posting
Pay Rate Range	$63,000 - $68,000
Close Date	12/01/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary	As a Business Data Analyst, the employee will support the Data & Software Solutions team in delivering reliable, actionable insights for the David Eccles School of Business. Core responsibilities include (not limited to): Running and validating reports from the Student Data Warehouse and Salesforce CRM to fulfill data requests from academic and administrative partners. Developing, maintaining, and enhancing Tableau dashboards. Collecting, validating, and reporting data to support rankings and accreditation. The analyst interprets results using techniques that range from basic aggregation and statistical analysis to advanced data mining. They design, develop, and maintain business intelligence solutions, collaborating closely with campus partners to define analytical requirements and ensure data accuracy.
Responsibilities	Analyze, interpret, and validate data from multiple university systems using a range of analytical techniques. Develop and maintain data visualizations and reports in Tableau and other tools to support decision-making. Manage Tableau Server extracts and refresh schedules; troubleshoot connection or data-quality issues as needed. Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and workflow efficiencies within the Data & Software Solutions team. Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements, troubleshoot data issues, and implement effective solutions. Support accreditation and rankings submissions by preparing, reviewing, and documenting key metrics. Contribute to data governance and quality initiatives by ensuring consistency across systems and reports. Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications	Requires a bachelor’s degree in related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Two to four years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences	Proficiency with spreadsheet and data analysis tools such as Excel or Google Sheets. Experience building data visualizations and reports in platforms like Tableau, Power BI, or Amazon QuickSight. Working knowledge of SQL for querying, joining, and validating data. Understanding of ETL concepts and data preparation tools or workflows. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with close attention to detail. Ability to communicate complex data concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven ability to take initiative as a self-starter and drive improvements in reporting, data quality, and automation. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
Type	Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information	The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

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* Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- Yes
- No
* How many years of work experience related to business data analysis and the requirements of the position do you have?
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 10 years
- 10 years or more

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter

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University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu

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Announcement

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Open Date	11/04/2025
Requisition Number	PRN43504B
Job Title	Business Data Analyst
Working Title	Business Data Analyst
Career Progression Track	F
Track Level
FLSA Code	Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code?	No
Standard Hours per Week	40
Full Time or Part Time?	Full Time
Shift	Day
Work Schedule Summary	Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM Full Telecommute
VP Area	Academic Affairs
Department	02218 - Data and Software Solutions
Location	Campus
City	Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment	External Posting
Pay Rate Range	$63,000 - $68,000
Close Date	12/01/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary	As a Business Data Analyst, the employee will support the Data & Software Solutions team in delivering reliable, actionable insights for the David Eccles School of Business. Core responsibilities include (not limited to): Running and validating reports from the Student Data Warehouse and Salesforce CRM to fulfill data requests from academic and administrative partners. Developing, maintaining, and enhancing Tableau dashboards. Collecting, validating, and reporting data to support rankings and accreditation. The analyst interprets results using techniques that range from basic aggregation and statistical analysis to advanced data mining. They design, develop, and maintain business intelligence solutions, collaborating closely with campus partners to define analytical requirements and ensure data accuracy.
Responsibilities	Analyze, interpret, and validate data from multiple university systems using a range of analytical techniques. Develop and maintain data visualizations and reports in Tableau and other tools to support decision-making. Manage Tableau Server extracts and refresh schedules; troubleshoot connection or data-quality issues as needed. Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and workflow efficiencies within the Data & Software Solutions team. Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements, troubleshoot data issues, and implement effective solutions. Support accreditation and rankings submissions by preparing, reviewing, and documenting key metrics. Contribute to data governance and quality initiatives by ensuring consistency across systems and reports. Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications	Requires a bachelor’s degree in related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Two to four years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences	Proficiency with spreadsheet and data analysis tools such as Excel or Google Sheets. Experience building data visualizations and reports in platforms like Tableau, Power BI, or Amazon QuickSight. Working knowledge of SQL for querying, joining, and validating data. Understanding of ETL concepts and data preparation tools or workflows. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with close attention to detail. Ability to communicate complex data concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven ability to take initiative as a self-starter and drive improvements in reporting, data quality, and automation. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
Type	Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information	The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- Yes
- No
* How many years of work experience related to business data analysis and the requirements of the position do you have?
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 10 years
- 10 years or more

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter

Optional Documents

University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu

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