Director, Institutional Reporting

Posting Number

req24042

Department

Univ Analytics and Inst Rsch

Department Website Link

Location

To Be Determined

Address

USA

Position Highlights

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for data-informed decision-making and institutional excellence? The University of Arizona's University Analytics & Institutional Research (UAIR) invites you to join our team as the Director of Institutional Reporting & Insights. In this key leadership role, you will shape the future of data strategy at a world-class institution, driving initiatives that enhance our academic and operational effectiveness.

About the Role:

As the Director of Institutional Reporting & Insights, you will lead a dedicated team of analysts and data professionals in delivering accurate, timely, and meaningful data insights to support the University of Arizona's strategic goals. You will oversee the full spectrum of institutional research activities, including internal and external reporting, survey management, data science and the maintenance of our Interactive Fact Book.

Your role will be instrumental in coordinating data submissions to entities such as the Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR), Association of American Universities Data Exchange (AAUDE), Common Data Set (CDS), Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), and other critical stakeholders. You will have the opportunity to innovate and advance a culture of data stewardship, transparency, and analytical excellence throughout the university community.

In your role, you will serve as a leader on the UAIR team, a department whose mission is to provide data that empowers campus decision-makers, informs policy and practice, and tells the Arizona story. UAIR oversees and maintains systems and services that support transactional, operational, and strategic goals of the University of Arizona. Through collaboration with stakeholders and data stewards, UAIR facilitates access to high-quality data sets while developing and refining research questions using responsible practices in business intelligence and data science. UAIR also works to interpret data and analysis results for appropriate use, facilitate educational opportunities to enhance data literacy on campus, and provide for the accreditation data needs of the university. With over 150 surveys submitted last calendar year, 10 million analyses run in the internal reporting system and close to 4500 provisioned users, UAIR is a dynamic team that provides many key services to the institution.

Candidates working anywhere in the U.S. may be considered for a remote assignment.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Lead the University's Comprehensive Reporting Efforts: Oversee the submission of critical reports and surveys, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations (including IPEDS and Arizona Board of Regents), participating in national data exchanges (such as AAUDE, CSRDE), and contributing to influential university rankings (e.g., U.S. News & World Report, Times Higher Education). Spearhead initiatives to streamline and formalize reporting processes, conducting analyses on annual submissions to pull out key insights, thereby driving efficiency and maximizing the institution's strategic use of data.

Supervise and Develop a High-Performing Team: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of skilled data professionals, ensuring they are equipped with the training, guidance, and resources necessary to excel in their roles. Provide clear direction and ongoing feedback through performance evaluations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, professional growth, and high-quality output. Your leadership will drive the team's success in delivering critical data insights for the university.

Collaborate on Strategic Institutional Planning: Serve as a trusted partner to senior leadership and key stakeholders across campus, providing data-driven insights that directly inform the university's long-term strategic planning initiatives. Actively identify opportunities for institutional improvement and leverage your expertise to produce compelling, data-backed recommendations that support the university's goals. Your contributions will help shape policies and initiatives that impact the entire institution.

Ensure Accurate and Timely Reporting to the Arizona Board of Regents: Collaborate closely with the Chief Data Officer and the Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) to ensure the university's data submissions are accurate, timely, and responsive. Manage the preparation of over 25 annual reports and fulfill ad hoc data requests with precision, ensuring the highest standards of data integrity and compliance with ABOR requirements.

Design and Maintain Institutional Dashboards for Decision-Making: Lead the development and maintenance of comprehensive institutional and public-facing dashboards that provide timely, critical data and trends to internal stakeholders and the broader community. Oversee the annual updates and continuous improvements of the Interactive Fact Book, ensuring it remains a vital resource for transparent, data-driven decision-making across the institution.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Proficient in data analysis for decision-making and institutional planning, with a solid understanding of higher education regulations and policies.
• Familiar with information systems for data collection and reporting, and knowledgeable in data governance, including privacy laws (e.g., FERPA), quality assurance, and security measures.
• Effective communicator with stakeholders, strong project management abilities, and attention to detail.
• Proficient in articulating strategic visions, writing reports, and presenting data insights.
• Skilled in using technology to enhance data accessibility and streamline processes.
• Expert in strategic planning methods like SWOT analysis and environmental scanning.
• Capable of working collaboratively, analyzing data, and engaging in critical problem-solving.
• Strong project management skills, with a focus on training and developing staff.
• Competent in representing the department, managing conflict, and meeting deadlines.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 7 years of related work experience, including 3 years of managerial experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or PhD.
• Strong leadership experience in institutional research, data analysis, or a related field.
• Experience with data reporting requirements for higher education entities (e.g., ABOR, AAUDE, CDS, IPEDS).
• Experience with data analytics, data science, data management, system thinking and process improvement.
• Experience working with complex data in a relational database environment.
• Experience working with SQL (or other programming languages such as Python, R, etc).
• Experience working with business intelligence/reporting tools (such as Oracle Analytics Server, Tableau, PowerBI, etc).

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Planning and Analysis

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$99,901 - $129,871

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

12

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

The grade range for this position is $99,901 - $159,847. Each unit typically sets starting pay between the minimum and midpoint upon hire as reflected in the Rate of Pay field above.

Career Stream and Level

M3

Job Family

Data Analysis

Job Function

Planning & Analysis

Type of criminal background check required:

Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

10/27/2025

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

Ashley Hurand, Director, University Analytics/Institutional Research

Open Date

10/16/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

The application window is anticipated to close on October 24, 2025.

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