2526-100 - Academic Planning Analyst - Data Intelligence (CL4) - Central Office
Academic Planning Analyst - Data Intelligence (CL4)
Education
Central Office/ IT Campus
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Department of Academic Equity and Quality
Term, Full-Time Position: Commencing approximately June 30, 2025 and ending approximately March 31, 2026
Application deadline is 11.59 PM, June 10, 2025
Competition No. 2526-100
Salary range: $78,279.47 to $92,093.49 annually
What you'll be doing…
This position is responsible for coordinating, developing, analyzing and stewarding data to support the Academic Division of NSCC.
This position will provide the academic teams with integration and analysis of key information and programming data to support academic planning and decision making related to key planning projects and initiatives. The incumbent will support the integration and analysis of various data sets and sources to complete statistical and analytical research to support decision making and planning.
This role requires advanced analytical skills and proficiency in tools such as Power BI and Excel, as well as the ability to leverage internal systems such as Cognos and PeopleSoft to analyse, interpret, visualize, and communicate complex data sets effectively. The incumbent will assist in the development of project tools such as program dashboards, support the analysis and implementation of findings, and deliver clear, data-driven insights that guide evidence-based planning, policy alignment, resource allocation, and student success.
Diversity is a stated value of NSCC. Moreover, diversity in the College community is a strength that must be cultivated. It is the responsibility of every employee of NSCC to foster a culture that embraces and promotes diversity.
Qualifications and Occupational Experience:
- The minimum educational qualification for this position is a relevant university degree in an area such as Information Technology, Business Administration, Statistics, Computer Science or related field.
- At least three (3) years direct experience conducting analyses of large data sets and delivering meaningful, timely and accurate reporting to aid in key decision making processes
- Experience with social / educational research methods and statistical analysis using a variety of research tools such as SPSS, Cognos, Excel
- Experience with PeopleSoft (Student Administration) and SPSS would be an asset
- Understanding of relational databases with hands on experience in SQL programming, specifically MS SQL Server T-SQL would be considered an asset.
- Proficiency with use of Microsoft Office applications including, Word, MS Project, Excel and Visio and other tools that facilitate documenting requirements and solution design.
- Knowledge of Administrative ERP systems (HR, Finance, and Student Admin) would be considered an asset.
Relevant Skills and Knowledge
- You demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism.
- Knowledge of current trends in evaluating the student experience and learning centered practices in community college education
- Ability to analyze and assess technical and operational data, generate reports using databases, and standard statistical methods, skills in collecting, analyzing, verifying, and manipulating research data
- Effective writing and presentation skills and the ability to convey technical and statistical information to a non-technical audience
- Superb communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a complex college environment with the ability to build and sustain strong working relationship with key internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent organizational and time management skills in planning, executing and completing projects
- Ability to ensure accuracy of work, take initiative, exercise sound judgement, and work independently to meet deadlines
- Travel between campuses as required
Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.
NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR Generalist at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.
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