Job Title
Director, Business Intelligence TeamDepartment
Solution DeliveryWorker Type
RegularPay Type
SalaryPosition Salary Minimum
$135,000Position Salary Maximum
$155,000Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Benefit Eligible
YesScreening Date
2026-05-13Job Description Summary
The Director of Business Intelligence & Analytics leads the University’s efforts to deliver trusted, accessible, and actionable data that powers informed decision-making across the institution.Job Description
Duties:
Partner with institutional data and analytics leaders to shape and advance a shared vision for modern, trusted analytics aligned to evolving data architecture practices.
Lead the continued rebuilding and advancement of the University’s data platform, guiding the evolution of warehouses, lakehouses, and data marts toward a more scalable, integrated ecosystem.
Work collaboratively across the institution to reduce data silos and support the rehoming of data into secure, standardized, and sustainable environments.
Ensure data is reliable, well-managed, and accessible, establishing practices that strengthen institutional trust and long-term usability.
Guide and deliver analytics and reporting solutions that provide clear, actionable insights aligned to institutional priorities.
Expand and support self-service analytics and advance data literacy across the institution, enabling confident and effective use of data in decision-making.
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team of analytics, data engineering, and reporting professionals.
Establish strong, collaborative relationships with academic and administrative leaders to understand priorities and deliver meaningful, aligned solutions.
Provide insights and guidance to senior leaders to support institutional strategy and decision-making.
Lead institutional change efforts related to data, analytics, and platform modernization, ensuring coordination, clear direction, and measurable outcomes.
Accountable for the delivery and effectiveness of institutional analytics solutions, ensuring alignment with data governance strategy, privacy, security, and consistent practices.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field earned by date of hire
AND eight or more years of progressively responsible experience in data, analytics, or related disciplines
AND direct experience leading direct reports and functional teams
AND leading an institution-level major initiative in analytics, data engineering, or business intelligence.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field
Experience in higher education or similarly complex and/or siloed organizations
Experience with Workday FIN/HR/Payroll and Student data structures, integrations, and reporting (PRISM or similar; Banner a plus)
Experience with cloud-based data ecosystems and modern data architectures (e.g., Snowflake, Tableau, dbt, Airflow, etc.)
Experience applying predictive analytics, machine learning, or AI capabilities to business or institutional challenges
Relevant certifications or formal training in data, analytics, or leadership
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Ability to align data strategy, governance, and delivery to support institutional goals
Ability to lead, develop, and coach high-performing teams in a data-focused environment
Ability to build trust, influence, and strong working relationships across a wide range of stakeholders
Skilled at translating complex data and technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences
Ability to apply data governance, data management, and data quality practices to ensure trusted and reliable data
Experience enabling the effective use of modern analytics and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar), Oracle OAS/ODI, and RPD a plus.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives in a dynamic and evolving environment
Commitment to fostering a data-informed culture, including promoting continuous improvement and data literacy
Continuous improvement
Data literacy
Benefits:
At Miami University, we value the well-being, growth, and success of every member of our community. Through our comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, we support physical, financial, and professional well-being so you can thrive personally and professionally.
We offer a robust benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options — including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance — as part of our commitment to a culture of health and wellness. Benefit-eligible employees also have access to wellness resources, biometric health screenings, and programs that support fitness, nutrition, and health coaching.
Miami provides generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and paid holidays, so you can maintain a healthy work–life balance. Full-time employees are immediately eligible for tuition fee waivers, with eligibility for spouses and dependents after a set period of continuous employment, and you can pursue lifelong learning while you work.
We also offer retirement resources, including alternative and supplemental retirement plans, to help you plan for long-term financial well-being.
Our commitment to your well-being extends beyond traditional benefits — with programs that support mental, physical, and financial health, and opportunities to engage in the vibrant academic and cultural life on campus.
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