Strategic Data Analyst, College of Arts and Science

Primary Purpose: The Strategic Data Analyst will assist with reporting and analysis of strategic initiatives collegial processes and special projects in support of the College of Arts and Sciences operational processes and strategic priorities. The Strategic Data Analyst will provide analyticalexpertiseto support the development andimplementation of evaluative processes within the College of Arts and Science that are necessary for qualityimprovement and efficiency. The incumbent will provide specialized expertise to support the measurement evaluation and reporting of college performance in areas such as faculty activity financial capacity and academic programming. The incumbent will support the office of the Dean senior leadership and professional staff within the Deans Office and other stakeholders as determined by the Dean.

Nature of Work: Reporting to the Dean the Strategic Data Analyst works in collaboration withthe professional staff within the Deans Office as well as units across theUniversity of Saskatchewan. Establishing andmaintainingeffective professional relationships that supportcollaboration and problem solving are essential for success in this position. The incumbent will play an integral role in the acquisition analysis and dissemination of quantitative and qualitative information in support of college strategic planning and decision-making. The incumbent will be involved in a wide variety of projects requiring assimilation and interpretation of data associated with areas of priority for the college. Responsibilities include data gathering analyzing trends testing processes/outputs and developing reports.

The Strategic Data Analyst will be involved in many projects and initiatives that will be confidential in nature and/or have broad impact across the college. The work is executed in a timely and efficient manner; working under pressure in a fast paced and changing environment balancing priorities and competing deadlines. The position routinely works with highly confidential and sensitive content such as information pertaining to the college budgets and salaries as well as data relating to the college complement plan. Because of this the position requires a high level of discretion integrity and independent judgement.

Accountabilities:

• Produces substantiated recommendations and reports to the Dean and/or senior leadership in supporting strategic initiatives special projects operational efficiencies and potential strategies involving sensitive and confidential information.
• Identifies leverages and interprets institutional data sourcespatternsand trend analysis that supportevidenceinformed decision making consistencyand accuracy of internal and external reporting requirements in the college.
• Summarizes and communicates analytical findings insights and recommendations via executive-level written reports briefing notes and presentations to support evidence informed decision-making to the Dean and senior leadership.
• Providesaccurate clear and concise communications and reports in an appropriately consumable format for the Dean and senior leadership.
• Supports the Dean and senior leadership in the development and/or implementation of strategic enrolment management activity cost analysis and employee complement planning processes and reporting.
• Engages in special projects or reviews many of which are very confidential in nature at the request of the Dean
• Applies well developed project management skills toaccomplishgoalsin a timely mannerwith attention to detail and sensitivity to competing deadlines and priority levels.
• Promotes a healthy respectful collegial and productive work environment within the office and in interactions with campus and external stakeholders.
• Performs other related duties or projects as required.

Education: An undergraduate degree is required. Training in data analytics qualitative and quantitative research methods or relevant professional training pertaining to business analysis and/or data analytics would be considered an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience: Five to seven years of professional experience with data analytics data modeling and strategic/business analysis is required. Experience in the ability to interpret and present information to stakeholders through written graphical or verbal methods is essential. The ability to think creatively identify innovative solutions to solve problems work independently or as part of a team develop and implement projects that achieve expected outcomes and produce high-quality work in an accurate and timely manner are vital to the success of the incumbent in this role. A high level of proficiency with statistical and data manipulation tools such as Excel Microsoft Power BI and SPSS preferred.

Skills: Highly organized with clear and effective verbal written and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently collaboratively and within a team environment; competency in determining information needs identifying sources of information analyzing data and communicating findings various audiences; strong research and problem solving skills; proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; demonstrated proficiency with contemporary data management and analysis tools; and ability to exercise diplomacy implement creativity foster self-motivation and awareness of how to handle highly confidential information.

Department: College of Arts & Science
Status: Term 2 years with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range based on 1.0 FTE is $87266.00 - 145353.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Information Technology
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 3
Posted Date: 9/23/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USasks Alternative Workspace Guidelines

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