Associate Director, Data Analyst

Company: Stanford University
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

Main Work Location: Historic Main CampusSchedule: Hybrid (at least 3 days per week on site)Stanford University is one of the world's premier academic and research institutions, devoting tremendous intellectual and physical resources toward the betterment of humanity. As a major Bay Area employer, Stanford seeks people committed to excellence and to improving our world. In turn, the university is committed to supporting its employees as they develop their careers and enrich their lives. We believe Stanford's future success will be shaped by the diverse perspectives, unique experiences, and inclusive culture of its community.We are seeking candidates for the Associate Director, Data Analyst role to support the Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation's ("DAPER") development team. DAPER is one of the premier intercollegiate athletics programs in the country. We are the proud Home of Champions leading the nation in NCAA championship titles. Our dedicated staff embody a culture of excellence, embrace our mission of scholar-athleticism and exemplify a relentless championship spirit.The Associate Director, Data Analyst is a member of the Office of Development (OOD) which advances Stanford's mission by raising philanthropic support from alumni, parents, families, friends, and institutional funders. Working in concert with volunteers and university leaders, OOD staff members strive to accelerate Stanford's purposeful impact in the world. Stanford is committed to a donor-centric approach to development.Position Summary:Reporting to the Senior Associate Athletics Director, Development, the Associate Director, Data Analyst will perform complex technical work associated with a wide variety of analytical data in support of the DAPER Development strategy and goals. Projects will be both assigned and of their own design to enhance our principal gift, major gift, annual giving and engagement efforts. Excellent collaboration with team members and other internal stakeholders is critical for success.In this role you will:

• Work under consultative or self-initiated direction to assess and produce relevant, standard, or custom information (reports, dashboards, charts, graphs and tables) aimed at enhancing campaign fundraising strategy, building prospect pipelines, and stewarding donors.
• Devise methods for identifying data patterns and fundraising trends that inform strategy and enhance results. Determine and recommend additional data collection and reporting requirements as needed.
• Develop algorithms and statistical models and perform statistical analyses on complex data and reporting requirements.
• Design and customize reports based upon data in the database supporting team needs while creating team efficiencies.
• Team expert in the fundraising database and reporting software. Lead the implementation of data standards and common data elements for data collection.
• Serve as a resource for non-routine inquiries such as requests for fundraising statistics or surveys.
• Collaborate with OOD and DAPER technical staff to standardize and systemize routine reports, dashboards, and metrics.
• May test prototype software and participate in approval and release process for new software.
• Demonstrate a commitment to promoting and supporting an environment of diversity and inclusion.To be successful in this role, you will bring:Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience. Experience in a quantitative discipline such as economics, finance, statistics or engineering.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • In-depth knowledge and experience using and applying analytical software, database management system software, database reporting software, database user interface and query software, and data mining software.
  • Expert ability to collect data using a variety of methods, such as data mining and hardcopy or electronic documentation study, to improve or expand databases.
  • Basic statistical ability.
  • Strong listening, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple activities in a deadline-oriented environment; highly organized, flexible and rigorous attention to detail.
  • Ability to use logic to calculate data; efficiently construct a database or scrutinize the form of a question.
  • Ability to work with data of varying levels of quality and validity.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce data in a clear and understandable manner meeting user requirements.
  • Ability to work effectively with multiple internal and external customers.
  • Ability to take a leadership role on projects and with users/clients.WORK STANDARDS:
    • Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
    • Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
    • Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide.The expected pay range for this position is $104,358 - $128,038 per annum.At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
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