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Director of Data Strategy

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Salary:

145 - 175K yearly

Experience:

Expert & Leadership (>10 years)

Work from:

North America, United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

4-year college degree, 5 to 7 years in Analytics, Masters or other post-graduate education (preferred), 10 to 15 years in Quantitative (preferred).

Key responsabilities:

Develop futuristic proof of concepts for apps in Python.
Create common libraries for consistent data pulling.
Research business metrics to enhance processes.
Meet with stakeholders to understand operational needs.
Prepare executive presentations for complex ideas.

University of Maryland Global Campus Education Large https://umgc.edu/

1001 - 5000 Employees

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Job description

Director of Data Strategy

Office of Analytics

Stateside Exempt, Grade 4.2

Stateside Remote

The Director Data Strategy is responsible for advancing UMGCs analytics services and capabilities by implementing cutting edge practices. This position is a futurist in the field of analytics and will utilize a modern tool set to deliver analytical services including but not limited to deep dives, data science models, applications, reports, and presentations. This individual works closely with other data professionals to mentor and upskill.

Primary Duties:

Developing futuristic proof on concepts for apps built in Python to be used as common analytic toolset, while managing the Analytics GitHub.
Developing common libraries for the analytics team to use for the purposes of consistently pulling data and helping to reduce the time it takes to set up data pipelines.
Researching dynamics of business metrics for the purposes of uncovering opportunities to enhance or increase the efficacy of UMGC’s processes.
Meeting with UMGC’s leadership, frontline staff, and members of the Analytics team to gain a deep understanding of how work is done to apply to building futuristic analytical tools and services.
Create executive level presentations for the purpose of communicating complex ideas and findings.

Required Education and Experience:

4-year college degree
5 to 7 years in Analytics

Preferred Education and Experience:

Masters or other post-graduate education
10 to 15 years in Quantitative

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Workplace Accommodations:

The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall, based on disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of the University, or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGC’s Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at employee-accommodations@umgc.edu.

Benefits Package Highlights:

Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 days of paid vacation, 15 days of sick leave, 3 personal days, and 15 paid holidays (16 during general election years). For part-time employees, time off rates will be prorated based on the number of hours worked.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance. Part-time employees working less than 0.5 FTE are not eligible for LTD.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Available for medical and dependent care expenses.
Retirement Plans: Choose between the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS).
Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.
Tuition Remission: Immediate availability for Regular Exempt Staff. Spouses and dependent children are eligible for undergraduate tuition remission after two years of service. NOTE: For part-time employees (at least 50 percent of the time), tuition remission benefits are prorated.