Data Analyst
University of Chicago
Department
OPS Facilities Planning Business Applications
About the Department
Job Summary
In addition, assists the Space Information Manager through updating data content in the Archibus space management database and AutoCAD floor plans, archiving completed project drawings, and providing information to various University stakeholders. This role will also provide support by preparing reports on data associated with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) maps and serving as support in generating maps. This position will also assist with data entry, data analysis, and data reporting for Facility Condition Assessments and capital project requests. For the Office of Sustainability, collaboration includes data collection and transformation of raw data into a nicely stored and formatted data final product for the data warehouse that calculates the University’s greenhouse gas emissions.
This position involves coordinating work assignments and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of work. This work entails attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Responsibilities
Work with management team to create a prioritized list of data analytics and reporting needs for each business unit.
Work to achieve an integrated reporting and analysis environment, effectively leveraging analytical systems and tools.
Works with users to ensure deliverables meet or exceed expectations.
Participates in the development of Business Intelligence (BI) and other analytical applications. Works to achieve an integrated reporting and analysis environment, effectively leveraging analytical systems and tools.
Conducts requirements analysis, translating requirements into a scope document and developing reporting deliverables based on the design.
Works with users to ensure deliverables are meeting or exceeding expectations. Provides support and communicates issues to users as defined by IT standards.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in related technical area.
Experience:
1 to 2 years of experience working with Tableau (and/or Power BI), including linking multiple data sets.
1 to 2 years of experience working with SmartSheet.
The ability to leverage APIs to extract data from systems.
Working knowledge of SQL, in addition to database experience and understanding the format data must be in to manipulate it.
Working knowledge of Python required to help automate job processes and streamline tasks.
Understanding how to use BI tools to generate reports.
Familiarity with organization of architectural drawing sets.
Working knowledge of GIS standards and ArcGIS.
1 to 2 years of experience updating and editing drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), Sketch-Up, Adobe Creative Suite or other drawing programs. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
1 to 2 years of experience in ARCHIBUS or other space management systems.
Preferred Competencies
Effective planning and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-disciplinary collaborative team.
Attention to detail.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Interpersonal skills with customer service focus.
Problem solving and analytical skills.
Ability to embrace change.
Ability to perform within deadlines.
Working Conditions
Standard office environment.
Ability to work in-person and remotely according to the departmentally required schedule.
Ability to travel to and work at various locations across campus to meet with team members or to inspect buildings and grounds.
Ability to sit for short or extended time periods.
Ability to extensively use computer.
Ability to inspect architectural plans, keyboarding, bending, stooping to reach files, light lifting, standing.
Applications Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
List of 3 References (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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