Recruitment Number: 4174
Reports To: Director of Enrollment Management Analytics
Working Title: Data Scientist
Cost Center: AVC Enrollment Management
Bargaining Unit: 99
FLSA: Exempt
Job Code: 000731
Job Location: UCI Campus - Irvine
Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F
Appointment: Career

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Enrollment Management Analytics, the incumbent assists the director of analytics with the development and oversight of system(s) utilized by the Office of Enrollment Management, and is responsible for the integration of the various data systems used in cross functional areas to enhance process flow and decision support. As an integral member of the enrollment management team, the incumbent also facilitates the optimal use of technology on an ongoing and sustained basis.

Compensation Range:
Commensurate with experience

Department Website:
https://studentaffairs.uci.edu/

Required:

Bachelor’s degree with a major in business administration, economics, operations research, statistics, political science, educational administration, or an allied field, and seven years of experience in administrative analysis or operations research; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills in analyzing information, problems, situations, practices, and procedures to define the problem or objective; identify relevant concerns or factors; identify patterns, tendencies, and relationships; formulate logical and objective conclusions; recognize alternatives and their implications.

Demonstrated experience working with multiple data owners, sources and systems to creating custom and template data architecture structures to synthesize relational information in order to formulate campus enrollment strategic priorities, measure and track success progress on implemented initiatives and to realize new areas where risk can be managed and goals can be formulated.

Demonstrated experience working the migration of large and complex data sets across multiple platforms to support enrollment management initiatives while collaborating on competing data culture, privacy, and proprietary items.

Ability to conceptualize, develop and implement strategic initiatives and the ability to see a project through from its conception to its completion

Ability to manage multiple simultaneous tasks.

Effective interpersonal skills; ability to identify and solve problems.

Skill to communicate data and information clearly, orally and in writing, in a professional manner to a wide variety of internal and external audiences.

Demonstrated ability to key, tabulate and chart statistical data and compile reports. Demonstrated computer skills using spreadsheet and word processing programs.

Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive, confidential information and requests.

Demonstrated ability to function well in a demanding environment as part of a team.

Skill to organize and execute complex tasks in an environment of frequent interruptions and changing workload to meet multiple deadlines.

Ability to compose and proofread professional correspondences when supplied with the necessary information.

Time management/organizational skills to assess priorities and meet multiple goals and objectives.

Desired:

Time management/organizational skills to assess priorities and meet multiple goals and objectives.

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, information management, or a related field, with seven years of experience working with data management, and/or database systems; or Master s degree in computer science, data science, information management, or a related field with four years of experience working with data management and/or database systems.

Knowledge in statistical modeling and data mining.

Has experience with SQL and statistical software packages (i.e. Python, R, SPPS, and SAS).

Has experience in logistic and linear regression, PCA, decision tree analysis and statistical methods.

Has working knowledge of data visualization tools, such as Power BI, Tableau

Proven analytical skills and problem solving skills

Physical Requirements:

Below are general guidelines on the position's physical, mental, and environmental working conditions.

In accordance with applicable state and federal law, UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500.

Bend: Occasionally

Squat: Occasionally

Crawl: Not Applicable

Climb: Occasionally

Kneel: Occasionally

Handle Objects: Occasionally

Push/Pull: Occasionally

Reach above Shoulder Level: Occasionally

Sit: Frequently

Stand: Frequently

Walk: Frequently

Use Fine Finger Movements: Frequently

Carry/Lift Loads up to 25 Pounds: Occasionally

Carry/Lift loads between 25-50 lbs: Not Applicable

Carry/Lift Loads over 50 Pounds: Not Applicable

Read/Comprehend: Constantly

Write: Constantly

Perform Calculations: Constantly

Communicate Orally: Constantly

Reason and Analyze: Constantly

Chemical/Biological Agent: Not Applicable

Construction Activities: Not Applicable

Contact with Water/Liquids: Not Applicable

Drive Motorized Equipment: Occasionally

Confined Spaces: Not Applicable

Elevated Work Location: Not Applicable

Radioactive Materials: Not Applicable

Temperature Variations: Not Applicable

Gas System: Not Applicable

Final candidate subject to background check. As a federal contractor, UC Irvine is required to use E-Verify to confirm the work status of individuals assigned to perform substantial work under certain federal contracts/subcontracts.

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy .