Simon School Data & Technology Manager
GENERAL PURPOSE:Lead MBA and MS data analyst. Technology specialist. Primary Symplicity software contact. The Data & Technology Manager reports to the Assistant Dean of the Benet Career Management Center.RESPONSIBILITIES:Data Tracking/Integrity (60%)Statistical Analyst accountable for integrity of employment data submitted to journals/organizations for use in developing business school rankings. Liaison with Admissions and Registrar¿s office.Under general direction and with latitude for independent judgment and initiative:
Track and compile comprehensive individual employment data (internship and full time) for external rankings for all full time MBA and MS programs.Ranking outlets include but are not limited to:
BusinessWeek
US News
Forbes
AACSB
Financial Times
Princeton Review
Expansion
Stay current with changes in MBA CSEA (Career Services and Employer Alliance) Standards for reporting both MBA (1 program) and MS (4 programs) data.
Keep apprised of standards for online courses and P/EMBA programs.
Sign off on accuracy of all data compiled and reports issued.
Prepare detailed documentation in the case of external audit.Oversee audit process and interface with independent auditors to produce required documentation.
Develop standard operating procedures, process maps, code manuals and project plans for all major reporting projects
Protect/ensure confidentiality of data per Simon School policies and MBA CSEA guidelines.
Develop regular current as well as retrospective, multi-year reports as required for use by faculty, administration or internal CMC staff
Prepare monthly CMC dashboard highlighting key metrics
Work with Admissions/Marketing on data reported in MBA and MS Viewbooks, Employment reports, Website etc.
Collaborate with executive leadership on generating final reports
Prepare weekly student progress reports for MBA and MS career advisors
Prepare weekly ¿Dean¿s Report¿ for Asst. Dean and Executive Director
Technology (30%)Software/IT Specialist and key/primary contact with vendor(s)
Updates and maintains the integrity of student databases (MBA and MS) on an ongoing basis
Conduct training sessions for CMC team, approved staff and students on effective use of technology such as Symplicity [our software system that includes student, alumni and employer data bases, interview scheduling, workshop sign-ups and attendance, student advising sessions, document library, data collection, surveys, mentor program, faculty and staff information, and many other features)
Increases staff knowledge of, and expertise in, system functionality available for activities with students, employers, faculty and clubs
Evaluates new technology and resources for improving staff/student interaction and employment outcomes
Serves as liaison between Benet CMC and Greene Center (undergrad) office to facilitate students in both platforms (Symplicity and Handshake)
Responds to student inquiries within Symplicity
Consults with user groups to assess data preparation and management needs, program design and testing.
Is primary contact for outside vendors looking to integrate into our SSO environment, provides consultation support on installed system support and related programs
Evaluates and modifies existing programs relative to changes in system requirements or equipment configurations
Other Assigned duties (10%)
Work on additional projects throughout the year
Recommendations for CMC improvements as available
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:GENERAL PURPOSE:Lead MBA and MS data analyst. Technology specialist. Primary Symplicity software contact. The Data & Technology Manager reports to the Assistant Dean of the Benet Career Management Center.RESPONSIBILITIES:Data Tracking/Integrity (60%)Statistical Analyst accountable for integrity of employment data submitted to journals/organizations for use in developing business school rankings. Liaison with Admissions and Registrar¿s office.Under general direction and with latitude for independent judgment and initiative:
Track and compile comprehensive individual employment data (internship and full time) for external rankings for all full time MBA and MS programs.Ranking outlets include but are not limited to:
BusinessWeek
US News
Forbes
AACSB
Financial Times
Princeton Review
Expansion
Stay current with changes in MBA CSEA (Career Services and Employer Alliance) Standards for reporting both MBA (1 program) and MS (4 programs) data.
Keep apprised of standards for online courses and P/EMBA programs.
Sign off on accuracy of all data compiled and reports issued.
Prepare detailed documentation in the case of external audit.Oversee audit process and interface with independent auditors to produce required documentation.
Develop standard operating procedures, process maps, code manuals and project plans for all major reporting projects
Protect/ensure confidentiality of data per Simon School policies and MBA CSEA guidelines.
Develop regular current as well as retrospective, multi-year reports as required for use by faculty, administration or internal CMC staff
Prepare monthly CMC dashboard highlighting key metrics
Work with Admissions/Marketing on data reported in MBA and MS Viewbooks, Employment reports, Website etc.
Collaborate with executive leadership on generating final reports
Prepare weekly student progress reports for MBA and MS career advisors
Prepare weekly ¿Dean¿s Report¿ for Asst. Dean and Executive Director
Technology (30%)Software/IT Specialist and key/primary contact with vendor(s)
Updates and maintains the integrity of student databases (MBA and MS) on an ongoing basis
Conduct training sessions for CMC team, approved staff and students on effective use of technology such as Symplicity [our software system that includes student, alumni and employer data bases, interview scheduling, workshop sign-ups and attendance, student advising sessions, document library, data collection, surveys, mentor program, faculty and staff information, and many other features)
Increases staff knowledge of, and expertise in, system functionality available for activities with students, employers, faculty and clubs
Evaluates new technology and resources for improving staff/student interaction and employment outcomes
Serves as liaison between Benet CMC and Greene Center (undergrad) office to facilitate students in both platforms (Symplicity and Handshake)
Responds to student inquiries within Symplicity
Consults with user groups to assess data preparation and management needs, program design and testing.
Is primary contact for outside vendors looking to integrate into our SSO environment, provides consultation support on installed system support and related programs
Evaluates and modifies existing programs relative to changes in system requirements or equipment configurations
Other Assigned duties (10%)
Work on additional projects throughout the year
Recommendations for CMC improvements as available
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:Education/Experience:
Bachelor¿s degree or MS, 1-3 years of experience in statistical analysis, data base management and CRM; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Skills/Competencies needed:
Attention to detail
Accuracy and record keeping
Strategic thinking regarding data needs and customer responsiveness
High level of anticipating and representing data needs and interests
Organization
Multi-tasking
Confidentiality
Coordination amongst various CMC and student, staff and faculty teams
Strong written and oral communication with a comfort level of speaking/presenting to various levels of stakeholders
Data analysis and problem solving
Ability to work with a high level of autonomy
Statistics
Advanced Excel
Portraying data visually
Expertise in the Following Areas is needed prior to or shortly after joining:
Advanced Excel
Familiarity with data visualization software and Qualtrics preferred
Information Systems
Auditing
Extensive knowledge of MBA-CSEA reporting standards for MBA and Specialty Masters programs
Knowledge of internal systems (Admissions, Registrar, Alumni etc.) (Symplicity/Handshake)
Some of the metrics that will be used to measure performance include and are not limited to:
Accuracy and attention to detail
Timeliness and responsiveness
Quality of training and communications provided to staff and others
Other metrics as determined in quarterly review meetings
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