Data Manager

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University.

Hiring staff for fit makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

BASIC FUNCTION :

Develops data-oriented systems to meet an organization’s or research team’s needs. Duties include developing systems, procedures and policies for data management in an organization, assisting colleagues in performing data-related tasks.

SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY :

May be responsible for providing limited supervision for one or more functions within a department.

NATURE AND SCOPE :

Assist organizations in utilizing big data to gain business intelligence and insights into other user’s experiences and behaviors.

Monitor data systems to ensure that they are organized, secure, and accessible.

Work independently or as part of a team, to manage and safeguard data.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Design, develop, and modify data infrastructure to accelerate the processes of data analysis and reporting.
• Review presentations, manuscripts, graphs, and tables to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Develop standards of operation when handling and archiving data.
• Maintain data management plans and instructions for operating complex business systems.
• Oversee the integration of new technologies and initiatives into data standards and structures.
• Evaluate the design, selection, and implementation of database changes by comparing them with business requirements and design documents.
• Assess system performance and make recommendations for hardware, software, and data storage improvements.
• Ensure data and information security by integrating and upholding digital security systems.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES :

• Must be familiar with database design and systems, database technology, and logical data analysis.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and organize large amounts of data.
• Excellent communication skills to translate complex problems using non-technical terms.
• In-depth understanding of modern database and information technologies.
• Excellent math, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work towards meeting multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to compile and organize findings and data retrieved before presenting it to management.
• Thorough understanding of management and data administration duties such as collection, analysis, and distribution.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

A bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, or other science-related field are likely to possess the excellent math and analytical skills necessary to succeed in the role.

3-5 years of experience preferred.