ENROLLMENT DATA STRATEGIST

Department Information

The Division of Enrollment Management, and Extended Studies (EMES) works creatively and diligently to attain optimal enrollments, enhance student development and success, and coordinate enrollment activities with academic units and the overall mission of the institution, with the purpose of ensuring seamless systems and positive experiences for our students.

The division consistently supports the University's efforts to enhance its reputation as a premier comprehensive regional university.

EMES departments aspire to become the service leaders on campus in pursuit of ongoing enrollment, retention, and student affairs successes.

We continue to build the staff structures, systems, and development opportunities necessary to achieve the division's goals.

EMES staff never loses sight of our commitment to students and the larger community, conveying in all activities both an understanding of the impact our division's work has on the larger Pack family and an unwavering commitment to diversity, access, and the preparation of our students for life after graduation.

Description of Job

The Enrollment Data Strategist position is a .6 FTE administrative professional position responsible for analyzing enrollment-related data to provide data-driven advice to support strategic decision-making for the EMES team and senior leadership.

This includes identifying enrollment trends, both for new and continuing students, identifying barriers to enrollment, and providing regular updates to guide enrollment-related strategies through multiple outlets, including personal, online and marketing engagement, and policy and process changes.

This position collaborates closely with Enrollment Management leadership to optimize enrollment strategies and enhance the overall student enrollment experience.

While this position works closely with enrollment management leadership, the position is also responsible for self-directed research.

The Strategist gathers data and conducts analyses of both student and monetary data to vet new strategies and evaluate the success of key initiatives through rigorous data analysis.

Gathers data to compile reports related to operational effectiveness, scholarship programs, and other enrollment initiatives.

Examples include, but are not limited to calculating enrollment, retention, and persistence rates; reviewing initiatives for equity;

benchmarking; tuition ROI analyses; and evaluation of tuition revenues. Provides analyses and reports to internal and external stakeholders and presents to senior leadership as needed.

Provides visuals for both reports and presentations that explain the data easily. Supports EMES team by providing direction for data collection best practices.

Primary Duties

Analyze enrollment trends and data to identify opportunities for growth and optimization.

Gather and query data and conduct analyses to both vet new strategies and evaluate the success of key initiatives. Gather data to compile reports related to operational effectiveness, scholarship programs, and other enrollment initiatives.

Assist in supplying data to external partners, including Hanover Research. Provide analysis and reports to internal and external stakeholders.

Present enrollment analytics and strategies to senior leadership, effectively communicating the potential impact on the institution.

Provide clear visualization of data through charts, graphs, reports, etc., and present findings in a clear and concise manner that can be easily understood by stakeholders less familiar with the data.

Monitor and track enrollment metrics and performance to identify areas for improvement and make data-driven recommendations.

Lead efforts to provide insight and advice to aid team members in determining the best types of data and collection methods to use, both for existing and new initiatives.

Assist in research of overall industry trends and qualitative / quantitative competitive analysis.

Provide backup support for operational SIS (Banner) reports and queries. Provide backup for general Banner functions in the absence of Banner Support Specialist.

Ancillary Duties :

Other duties as assigned, including serving as a representative of the University as needed at events and on committees

Salary Range

$37,000 - $50,000 for this benefits-eligible, .6FTE position

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data analytics, computer science, computer information systems, math, statistics, or a closely related program
• Excellent written communication skills
• Willing and able to work a limited number of evening and weekend events
• Minimum 5 years' experience in data management, analysis, forecasting
• Demonstrated experience working with relational databases
• Experience using SQL, advanced level MS Access, or visual programming
• Experience with, or commitment to, working with diverse populations

Experience in positions or activities that required :

• excellent presentation and data visualization skills
• excellent customer service skills
• excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• the ability to work independently
• the ability to prioritize and to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• excellent verbal communication skills
• attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Data Analytics or related program
• Data Analytics or Data Certificate, including experience with data visualization software
• Knowledge of the higher education landscape, especially as it relates to Enrollment Management
• 10+ years in data management, forecasting and data analysis or similar position
• Experience with reporting tools or similar technology (WebFOCUS, IBM Cognos, Power BI, etc.)
• Experience with data visualization tools (such as Tableau or Power BI)
• Experience working with Ellucian Banner
• Experience working with Technolutions Slate

Supplemental Information

Applicants must attach the following documents, in order to be considered for this position :

• a letter of intent (cover letter) explaining the extent to which you meet the posted minimum requirements and preferred qualifications for this position
• a current resume or CV
• unofficial or official transcripts showing the required degree conferred
• current contact information for three professional references, either within the online application or as an attachment;

personal references will not count towards this requirement.

Applications submitted without the required attachments / information above will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the selection process.

Once submitted, applicants will not be able to make changes or add information to their application packet, with the exception of their personal contact and demographic information.

Early submission of application materials is encouraged. This posting will accept applications until 3 : 30pm Friday, September 27th, 2024;

all applications submitted by that time will receive full consideration.

About Colorado State University Pueblo

Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4,000 students. CSU Pueblo provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction with a small student-to-faculty ratio for an ever-changing global economy.

• Students can choose from 38 undergraduate programs with 70 fields of study in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics;
• the Hasan School of Business, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of Health, Education, and Nursing;

and 15 graduate programs.

CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world.

CSU Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the student body.

Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has designated CSU Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution.

Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly growing segment of the student population, that designation also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students.

Among its unique features, CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines electrical and mechanical engineering.

The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors.

The College of STEM houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation's top 100 by U.S. News and World Report.

CSU Pueblo has an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly renovated and expanded student center.

At CSU Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience.

Competing at the NCAA Division II level, CSU Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow students to get involved in campus life.

Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package including :

• Medical and prescription insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible benefit plan
• Basic term life insurance
• Voluntary term life and AD&D lnsurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Travel accident insurance
• Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
• Annual and sick leave
• Retirement plans
• Employee and dependent tuition discounts
• State employee discounts via BenefitHub

Other incentives include various on-campus event, recreation, and meal discounts.

About Pueblo, Colorado

The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range.

Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air and 300+ days of sunshine per year.

Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo's beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking or skiing in the mountains to the west.

The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries.

CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment.

Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and / or motor vehicle history.

Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment.

Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and / or credit check.

The University reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate.

Note : The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.

S. by the day employment begins.

It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities.

If you need accommodations, please contact the Office of Human Resources& Institutional Equity at (719) 549-2441 [email protected].

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Colorado State University Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Additionally, the University complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices.