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Company Description
The University of Maine System is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst I to join our Enterprise Solutions team. This position plays a key role in supporting the development of data reporting tools and insights that guide strategic and operational decision-making across the system.
The BI Analyst will work closely with team members, IT professionals, and functional-area end-users to design, build, and maintain reports, dashboards, and visualizations that serve a variety of campus and system-level data needs. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment committed to data-informed planning and decision support.
At the University of Maine System, you'll be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to supporting student success and institutional excellence through meaningful data insight. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make an impact across Maine's public universities.
Salary and Benefits: The hiring range for this full-time, regular position is $55,000 to $65,000, commensurate with experience. For current UMS employees, the salary will also take into consideration existing pay for transfer or promotion. The University of Maine System offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes (but is not limited to):
* 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time
* Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
* Short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance
* Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance
* Tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents (spouse, domestic partner, and dependent
children)
* 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Will consider a hybrid schedule for the right candidate.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong attention to detail with a consistent commitment to data accuracy and integrity
Ability to understand analytical questions, identify relevant data elements, and design visualizations that effectively communicate insights
Intellectual curiosity and the ability to ask thoughtful follow-up questions based on initial inquiries and data exploration
Excellent analytical, organizational, critical thinking, and quantitative reasoning skills
Strong problem identification and problem-solving capabilities in a data-driven environment
The ability to collaborate effectively across teams and workgroups to achieve shared outcomes
Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to manage time and competing priorities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex data concepts to non-technical audiences
Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills, with a commitment to user-centered service delivery
Willingness to adapt to evolving technologies, tools, and data environments
Commitment to continuous improvement and staying current with trends in data analytics and reporting.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Data Science, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 2-3 years of progressive experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or a related field
Demonstrated experience presenting data analyses through various mediums such as dashboards, visualizations, and reports
Proficiency in SQL for data querying and manipulation, as well as a solid understanding of core database concepts
Experience with data querying, aggregation, and working with large data sets
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience using relational database management systems (RDBMS) such as Oracle or SQL Server for data analysis and reporting
Familiarity with Microsoft BI, PeopleSoft PS Query, or similar reporting tools
Experience working in a higher education environment and an understanding of higher education data, systems, and reporting needs.
Knowledge of data governance, privacy standards, and best practices for handling institutional data
The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS and the state of Maine.
Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website.
Position Overview
Company
University of Maine System
Location
Orono, ME
Job Type
Full time
Salary
The hiring range for this full-time, regular position is $55,000 to $65,000, commensurate with experience.
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Position Details
The University of Maine System is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst I to join our Enterprise Solutions team. This position plays a key role in supporting the development of data reporting tools and insights that guide strategic and operational decision-making across the system.
The BI Analyst will work closely with team members, IT professionals, and functional-area end-users to design, build, and maintain reports, dashboards, and visualizations that serve a variety of campus and system-level data needs. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment committed to data-informed planning and decision support.
At the University of Maine System, you'll be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to supporting student success and institutional excellence through meaningful data insight. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make an impact across Maine's public universities.
Salary and Benefits: The hiring range for this full-time, regular position is $55,000 to $65,000, commensurate with experience. For current UMS employees, the salary will also take into consideration existing pay for transfer or promotion. The University of Maine System offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes (but is not limited to):
* 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time
* Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
* Short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance
* Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance
* Tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents (spouse, domestic partner, and dependent
children)
* 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Will consider a hybrid schedule for the right candidate.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong attention to detail with a consistent commitment to data accuracy and integrity
Ability to understand analytical questions, identify relevant data elements, and design visualizations that effectively communicate insights
Intellectual curiosity and the ability to ask thoughtful follow-up questions based on initial inquiries and data exploration
Excellent analytical, organizational, critical thinking, and quantitative reasoning skills
Strong problem identification and problem-solving capabilities in a data-driven environment
The ability to collaborate effectively across teams and workgroups to achieve shared outcomes
Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to manage time and competing priorities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex data concepts to non-technical audiences
Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills, with a commitment to user-centered service delivery
Willingness to adapt to evolving technologies, tools, and data environments
Commitment to continuous improvement and staying current with trends in data analytics and reporting.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Data Science, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 2-3 years of progressive experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or a related field
Demonstrated experience presenting data analyses through various mediums such as dashboards, visualizations, and reports
Proficiency in SQL for data querying and manipulation, as well as a solid understanding of core database concepts
Experience with data querying, aggregation, and working with large data sets
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience using relational database management systems (RDBMS) such as Oracle or SQL Server for data analysis and reporting
Familiarity with Microsoft BI, PeopleSoft PS Query, or similar reporting tools
Experience working in a higher education environment and an understanding of higher education data, systems, and reporting needs.
Knowledge of data governance, privacy standards, and best practices for handling institutional data
The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS and the state of Maine.
Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website.
