Data Analyst Associate

Northwestern University

Evanston, IL

ID: 7124789
Posted: February 14, 2023
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

Job Summary:

Performs tasks related to the design, implementation, support/maintenance, and enhancement of NU's enterprise, vendor and in-house developed applications. Documents functional requirements, analyzes requirements in the context of software and processes, develops and executes test plans, assists with and documents business process improvement efforts, and works with production issues. Completes content, process, and procedures for technical and functional system work that is low in complexity.

Specific Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning

Participates with senior analysts, end users and peers to ensure that user requirements are gathered, analyzed, all gaps are documented, and all deliverables completed (adhering to approved methodology and documentation standards).
Participates with functional users and technical staff to determine best approaches, ensuring that approved solutions are implemented in a timely and correct fashion.
Administration

Contributes to the creation of accurate documentation of process, procedure, and system/application configuration.
Provides input into the creation and maintenance of test scripts, implementation project plans, roll out communications and training materials.
Identifies simple use cases.
Development

Provides input into test scripts and performs detailed testing for simple use cases to ensure that the implemented software functions correctly.
Participates in iterative feedback processes among users, developers, and analysts to ensure software functionality aligns with requirements.
Performance

Enters basic software configurations to meet user needs.
Collaborates with technical, reporting and application resources to analyze and resolve basic production issues in a timely manner.
Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:

Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a major such as computer science, information technology, or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
No experience required.
Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

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Infrastructure
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook)
Analytical
critical thinking
business intelligence application design
data mining
judgment
metadata creation and management
problem solving
troubleshooting
use-case analysis
Project
collaboration and teamwork
functional documentation
iterative & incremental development
Planning
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

Experience with Tririga-based CMMS systems is a must
Familiarity with mechanical and electrical building equipment systems
Ability to visit job site as needed.