Additional Info

Work closely between Data Solutions Developers and end users to develop reporting structures in the enterprise data warehouse that are accessible by a variety of tools and within campus security and access.  

Responsible for modeling staged data from source systems as well as operational unstructured systems/applications that support the University

Document all steps in project plans, requirements and maintain the data dictionary

Provide data visualizations as needed for modeled data

Other duties as assigned.

Work closely with campus stakeholders to strategically understand data needs and business rules, ensuring reporting structures meet those data needs.

Provide ongoing project plan/status reporting for customers and management.

Provides education to new stakeholders of available data and how to use the data to make informed decisions.  

The Data Solutions Analyst must possess a collaborative attitude, strong oral/written communication skills, excellent problem solving skills and solid analytical/critical thinking skills. The Data Solutions Analyst must possess a strong understanding of industry best practices for both on premises and cloud-based solutions and ensure that all solutions deployed at the University of Nebraska meet business, security and privacy requirements.

Possesses the ability to conceptualize, build and maintain a wide variety of data structures to include data marts, data warehouses, data lakes, and data pipelines. Comprehends distinctions between row- and column-oriented databases.  Understands the properties of structured, semi-structured and unstructured data.  Identifies relevant time dimensions of data and their proper application for a particular data use case (e.g., real time, batch, near real time, hourly/daily, etc.).  Proficient in metadata management principles.  Documents data structures, processes and informational materials in a format easily accessible to a wide range of data users. Demonstrates fluency in one or more data-relevant programming languages/utilities (SQL, PL/SQL, Java, Python, Hadoop, C, C++, etc.) and one or more database management systems.

Position requires in-depth analysis of business processes and developing potential technical solutions at both a strategic and operational level and then developing and managing some solutions utilizing PMO.  Decisions often must be made quickly in order to meet aggressive customer demands.

The University of Nebraska’s institutional data is a University asset that is needed to support decision makers.  Successful management and protection of information and data is critical to the administrative, educational, and research functions within the NU System.  The incumbent will be a key support to data governance initiatives and help to facilitate an open, transparent approach to the transformation of data culture at the University of Nebraska.

Interactions are required across the University system.  Communication is required with technical and business areas at the campus level.  Ability to work effectively in a professional manner with sensitivity and diplomacy for people at various levels within an organization (technology staff, business stakeholders, end users, management) and others outside the organization.  Must have the ability to work as a member of team, as well as independently, in a complex higher education environment, and with respect for confidential and sensitive information. Must be able to succeed in a collaborative and diversified team environment.  The ideal incumbent will have a curiosity and passion about data and solving problems, as well as an ability to determine the best solution for business need. They will have a willingness to question the validity, accuracy of data and assumptions while enjoying collaborating with others. 

Moderate Supervision received

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Office

Operation of standard office equipment