Institutional Research Analyst Programmer
Employer Info:
Western Oregon University
Western Oregon University
- Job Name
- Institutional Research Analyst Programmer
- Posting Date
- 09/18/2025
- Brief Description
- The Office of Institutional Research is seeking an IR Analyst Programmer to serve as a key technical leader in managing the office’s institutional data environment.
- Job Category
- Institutional Research
- Job Type
- Full-Time
- Education Level Required
- Bachelors
- Location City
- Monmouth, OR 97361, United states
- How to Apply
- To apply for this position, please upload the following required materials within the
application portal. Questions may be directed to employment@wou.edu
Applications missing any of the required documents will not move forward for consideration. Please
include only the materials listed below:
1. WOU Employment Application form available here - classified: https://wou.edu/hr/employment/employment-application-form-classified-positions/
2. Cover Letter that outlines your qualifications and how they align with the position
3. Resume/CV
4. Unofficial transcripts for your highest degree earned
5. Complete and submit the Reference Check form, available here along with your application: https://cdn.wou.edu/hr/files/2025/03/REF-Check-Form-FILLABLE.pdf - Direct Link
- Click here for more info
- Job Details
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This role is responsible for the analysis, design, modification, testing, installation, and maintenance of application programs, integrated systems, and database solutions. The incumbent provides expert-level support in Ellucian Banner and the Ellucian Operational Data Store (ODS), and leads database management efforts to ensure data integrity, performance, and usability in support of institutional decision-making.
Required Qualifications: Please ensure your application materials clearly demonstrate how you meet the following:
● Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a closely related field.
● Progressive experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or database management in a higher education environment. A minimum of five years of progressive experience is required for advanced technical skills.
● Substantial experience with Ellucian Banner and the Ellucian Operational Data Store (ODS). Demonstrated ability to extract, integrate, and model data from these systems.
● Expertise in SQL programming and experience with enterprise RDBMS (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL). Demonstrated ability to write efficient and complex SQL queries.
● Strong knowledge of business intelligence (BI) tools such as Cognos, Power BI, or Tableau.Preferred experience utilizing Cognos Framework Manager or Power BI Dataflows
● Proven experience in data warehouse modeling, database design, and ETL processes. Demonstrated ability to design and implement robust data solutions.
● Demonstrated ability to manage secure databases and uphold institutional data privacy standards.Knowledge of relevant data privacy regulations (e.g., FERPA).
● Developed analytical skills: Ability to diagnose complex data issues and derive insights.
● Effective communication skills:Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
● Developed documentation skills Ability to create comprehensive technical and user documentation.