Analytics Engineer

Position Details

Posting Number : S14231P

Working Title : Analytics Engineer

Department : FMD-Admin-IT General

Location : Athens Area

Posting Type : External

Employment Type : Employee

FTE : 1.00

Full / Part time : Full Time

Benefits Eligibility : Benefits Eligible

Retirement Plan : TRS or ORP

Schedule : Monday-Friday, 8 : 00 AM-5 : 00 PM; Some night and / or weekend work may be needed to meet the needs of the organization.

Advertised Salary : $75,000.00 +, Commensurate with Experience

Proposed Starting Date : 11 / 01 / 2025

Open until filled : Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

EEO and Policies

EEO Policy Statement : The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values : Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details at the USG policy manual and related links.

Classification and Requirements

Classification Title : Business App Developer II

FLSA : Exempt

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, business computer systems, or similar
• At least two years of experience in a lead technical role with increasing responsibilities
• Expertise in data modeling, interpreting insights from datasets, and presenting narratives and visualizations
• Proficiency in Qlik Cloud or Qlik Sense Enterprise (data architecture with load scripts), Power BI, Power Query, and Data Modeling within Power BI
• Competence in analytical languages such as Python or equivalents; solid understanding of databases and SQL
• Knowledge of Data Warehouse principles and data modeling concepts / methodologies
• Experience in managing a team and / or team projects to enhance performance and achieve goals
• Keen attention to detail, strong data analysis, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Effective organizational, prioritization, and time management skills able to handle multiple tasks
• Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills for professional interactions

Position Summary

The Analytics Engineer, under the direction of the IT Senior Manager for Applications and Data, is responsible for delivering data-driven solutions to support the Facilities Management Division at the University of Georgia. Key duties include collaborating with stakeholders on data-related projects, maintaining dashboards and data models, managing data sources, and partnering with IT leadership to establish effective data governance protocols. This individual will lead analytics initiatives that provide actionable insights for informed decision-making and process improvement. The position requires substantial hands-on involvement to lay the groundwork for a strategic data approach, with the long-term objective of developing a comprehensive data team.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies

Duties / Responsibilities

Percentage of time : 40

Other Information

Physical Demands : Lift / move / carry computers; stand / walk / bend / squat; sit at a computer; driving required.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? : Yes

Is this a Position of Trust? : Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? : Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? : No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under 18 or direct patient care? : No

Security Access : Yes

Credit and P-Card policy : A credit check is required for positions with financial responsibilities. More info at the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy : Offers contingent upon background checks, credential verification, and possibly pre-employment drug test. More info at the UGA Background Check website.

Contact

Recruitment Contact Name : Adam Ley

Recruitment Contact Email : adam.ley@uga.edu

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