Business Intelligence Analyst - Information Technology Systems and Services
As soon as possible to April 30, 2019 (Term may be reduced or extended depending on performance, available funding and departmental requirements)
IT Systems & Services is looking for a Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst to complement its campus wide, service oriented department. In conjunction with activities associated with our current transformational project, the BI Analyst will be a key contributor to the development and on-going evolution of operational metrics, designing and supporting end user BI related solutions, contributing to data governance activities, and monitoring data standards compliance to ensure data integrity.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategy & Planning
• Assess and pilot long-term BI related solutions in conjunction with end users, senior management, and other stakeholders
• Assist in the evolution of data management policies and procedures
Operational Management
• Direct, organize, and lead projects in the implementation and use of new BI related solutions
• Provide knowledgeable consultation and guidance by working with the campus community to understand informational needs
• Analyze user requirements and, based on findings, design functional specifications for BI front-end solutions
• Participating in the development and continuous improvement of processes associated with campus systems to ensure accessibility and integrity of data
• Provide information that contributes to data-driven decision making by producing and presenting easy-to-understand, audience appropriate reports
• Work with application development staff to coordinate the creation and management of data queries
• Design and deliver end-user training and training materials and provide technical support as necessary
• Collaborate with database and disaster recovery administrators to ensure effective protection and integrity of data assets
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Management or Business
• 3+ years progressive experience in data analysis
• Demonstrative excellence in critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical collaborators
• Proficiency in database concepts (e.g. SQL) and the ability to develop analytical database queries
• Ability to analyze complex data and provide both narrative and statistical deliverables
• Extensive experience with reporting tools (e.g. SAP Business Objects) is required
• Experience with Ellucian Colleague would be considered an asset
• Knowledge of, and experience with, data warehousing concepts and tools would be considered an asset
• Must be able to use various software applications (MS Office, Google Apps, MS SharePoint)
• Must be able to work both in a group and independently to meet deadlines
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website (www.upei.ca/hr). Applications will not be accepted via email.
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.
Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.
