What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Business Intelligence Specialist position at University of California, Riverside?
Position Information
The Lead Business Intelligence (BI) Specialist develops data visualizations and dashboards using analytics tools (primarily Google Looker) that give the campus insights into our business operations, student success, and more. The position will require the BI Specialist to have a broad and deep perspective on data needs for each unique group of end users to develop scalable analytics and provide data in a way that can inform decision-making in both the present and the future. The BI Specialist needs to be mindful of how to effectively present data to ease end user understanding of the data and allow them to quickly find insights in it. The individual will perform exploratory data analysis to identify data trends and anomalies, finding insights the users may be interested in. They will also be required to analyze data integrity issues and work with data engineers and data stewards to resolve issues and provide proactive monitoring of quality. The position consults with data stewards to gather and clarify data definitions for highly complex business intelligence solutions and analytics. The BI Specialist also ensures that all reporting and development processes and standards are adhered to during the entire data request lifecycle. This position will also serve as a technical lead on the team with deep knowledge of our tools, best practices, and semantic modeling. They will provide guidance and support to other team members as required. This position is classified as predominantly remote with occasional visits to campus as needed. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST). The full salary range for the Lead Business Intelligence Specialist is $93,200 - $174,200 annually. However, the pay scale for this position is up to $130,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, UCR is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
Degree
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Requirement
Required
Experience Requirements
Experience
6 - 10 years of related experience.
Requirement
Minimum Requirements
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
Job Description Details
Generic Scope
Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy.
Custom Scope
Applies advanced knowledge of business intelligence practices to lead complex projects requiring advanced analytics to support operational efficiencies and strategic planning. Resolves highly complex problems requiring in-depth analysis of variable factors.
Department Custom Scope
The Lead Business Intelligence (BI) Specialist develops data visualizations and dashboards using analytics tools (primarily Google Looker) that give the campus insights into our business operations, student success, and more. The position will require the BI Specialist to have a broad and deep perspective on data needs for each unique group of end users to develop scalable analytics and provide data in a way that can inform decision-making in both the present and the future. The BI Specialist needs to be mindful of how to effectively present data to ease end user understanding of the data and allow them to quickly find insights in it. The individual will perform exploratory data analysis to identify data trends and anomalies, finding insights the users may be interested in. The incumbent will also be required to analyze data integrity issues and work with data engineers and data stewards to resolve issues and provide proactive monitoring of quality. The position consults with data stewards to gather and clarify data definitions for highly complex business intelligence solutions and analytics. The BI Specialist also ensures that all reporting and development processes and standards are adhered to during the entire data request lifecycle. This position will also serve as a technical lead on the team with deep knowledge of our tools, best practices, and semantic modeling. They will provide guidance and support to other team members as required.
The Lead Business Intelligence (BI) Specialist develops data visualizations and dashboards using analytics tools (primarily Google Looker) that give the campus insights into our business operations, student success, and more. The position will require the BI Specialist to have a broad and deep perspective on data needs for each unique group of end users to develop scalable analytics and provide data in a way that can inform decision-making in both the present and the future. The BI Specialist needs to be mindful of how to effectively present data to ease end user understanding of the data and allow them to quickly find insights in it. The individual will perform exploratory data analysis to identify data trends and anomalies, finding insights the users may be interested in. They will also be required to analyze data integrity issues and work with data engineers and data stewards to resolve issues and provide proactive monitoring of quality. The position consults with data stewards to gather and clarify data definitions for highly complex business intelligence solutions and analytics. The BI Specialist also ensures that all reporting and development processes and standards are adhered to during the entire data request lifecycle. This position will also serve as a technical lead on the team with deep knowledge of our tools, best practices, and semantic modeling. They will provide guidance and support to other team members as required. This position is classified as predominantly remote with occasional visits to campus as needed. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST). The full salary range for the Lead Business Intelligence Specialist is $93,200 - $174,200 annually. However, the pay scale for this position is up to $130,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, UCR is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
Degree
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Requirement
Required
Experience Requirements
Experience
6 - 10 years of related experience.
Requirement
Minimum Requirements
- In-depth knowledge of business intelligence functions, advanced analytics, industry standards and best practices.
- Advanced knowledge and skill in internal databases, BI applications, tools, and systems.
- Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage highly-complex information, assess problems, and develop effective solutions.
- Advanced organizational and project management skills.
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information in a clear, concise manner. Ability to produce and deliver presentations to diverse audiences.
- Advanced interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with managers, professional and technical staff.
- Ability to serve as an advanced technical leader providing advice, counsel, and analysis on business intelligence issues.
- Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team.
- Working knowledge of business intelligence technologies such as Looker, PowerBI, Cognos, SPSS, Tableau, etc.
- Working knowledge of Financial reporting, in particular from Oracle Fusion ERP (finance, procurement).
- Working knowledge of Oracle Fusion data model, including the Business Intelligence Cloud Connector (BICC) extracts/Business Intelligence Standard views (PVOs)
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
Job Description Details
Generic Scope
Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy.
Custom Scope
Applies advanced knowledge of business intelligence practices to lead complex projects requiring advanced analytics to support operational efficiencies and strategic planning. Resolves highly complex problems requiring in-depth analysis of variable factors.
Department Custom Scope
The Lead Business Intelligence (BI) Specialist develops data visualizations and dashboards using analytics tools (primarily Google Looker) that give the campus insights into our business operations, student success, and more. The position will require the BI Specialist to have a broad and deep perspective on data needs for each unique group of end users to develop scalable analytics and provide data in a way that can inform decision-making in both the present and the future. The BI Specialist needs to be mindful of how to effectively present data to ease end user understanding of the data and allow them to quickly find insights in it. The individual will perform exploratory data analysis to identify data trends and anomalies, finding insights the users may be interested in. The incumbent will also be required to analyze data integrity issues and work with data engineers and data stewards to resolve issues and provide proactive monitoring of quality. The position consults with data stewards to gather and clarify data definitions for highly complex business intelligence solutions and analytics. The BI Specialist also ensures that all reporting and development processes and standards are adhered to during the entire data request lifecycle. This position will also serve as a technical lead on the team with deep knowledge of our tools, best practices, and semantic modeling. They will provide guidance and support to other team members as required.
Salary : $93,200 - $174,200