Director of Analytics

Location: Brooks, CA (Onsite)
Employment Type: Direct Hire, W2
Recruiting Notes: No third-party agencies. No C2C. No referral fees available for this position.

Overview

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Analytics to lead the organization's analytics function and drive data-informed decision making across gaming, hospitality, food & beverage, and resort operations. This leader will transform complex data into actionable business insights that improve profitability, operational efficiency, and guest experience.

The ideal candidate is a strong people leader, business strategist, and storyteller who can influence executives and operational leaders alike through data-driven recommendations and measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive and operational leadership teams, ensuring analytics drive business decisions


• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of analytics professionals while influencing cross-functional analytical resources


• Identify revenue growth opportunities, operational efficiencies, and cost-saving initiatives across the business


• Develop forecasting models, predictive analytics, and scenario planning to support strategic decision making


• Monitor performance across gaming, hospitality, food & beverage, labor, and other operational areas to identify trends and opportunities


• Deliver executive dashboards and KPI reporting that provide timely, actionable insights


• Translate complex analytical findings into clear, compelling business recommendations


• Quantify the impact of strategic initiatives and help prioritize investments and resources


• Partner with Finance, IT, Marketing, and Operations to expand data capabilities and improve access to information


• Establish consistency in reporting, metrics, and data definitions across the organization


• Foster a culture of data-driven decision making and analytical thinking throughout the enterprise


• Balance strategic leadership with a hands-on approach when business needs require direct involvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, Economics, or a related field required


• Master's degree preferred


• 7 years of experience in Analytics, Business Intelligence, Strategy, or related disciplines


• 3 years of leadership experience with direct reports


• Proven success delivering measurable revenue growth, profitability improvements, or cost savings through the strategic use of data


• Experience within gaming, hospitality, resort operations, or other customer-focused industries strongly preferred


• Strong business acumen with the ability to influence leaders at all levels of the organization


• Exceptional communication, presentation, and data storytelling skills

Technical Skills

• Advanced experience with Tableau, Power BI, or similar BI platforms


• Strong SQL expertise


• Experience with Python and/or R


• Familiarity with data warehousing and cloud-based data platforms


• Experience integrating new data sources and improving data accessibility


• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills

What We're Looking For

• A strategic leader who can connect analytics to business outcomes


• A collaborative partner who thrives in cross-functional environments


• A strong communicator who can turn complex data into clear business actions


• A coach and mentor who builds high-performing teams


• A hands-on problem solver capable of balancing tactical execution with long-term vision

If you're passionate about leveraging analytics to drive business performance, improve guest experiences, and influence strategic decisions, we'd love to hear from you.