Systems & Data Analyst

Posting Number S01363JP

Department Development Operations

Job Summary

Bowdoin College seeks a Development and Alumni Relations ( DAR ) Systems & Data Analyst to partner with DAR and college-wide staff in the development, execution and education of strategic solutions to meet fundraising, engagement and regulatory reporting goals. Under the direction of the Director of Alumni and Development Information Systems, the core functions and responsibilities of this role will entail:

-Providing database and system analysis, configuration, development, support, data extraction and reporting utilizing Bowdoin’s DAR software application systems, data warehouses, and various analytical and reporting tools.

-Developing and performing proactive data enrichment processes to enhance data accuracy and integrity and executing large-scale data imports from a variety of sources as well as global data changes.

-Troubleshooting software functional and technical problems including researching vendor resources, logging cases and working with internal and external staff to solve.

-Defining data requirements and validating accuracy of campus system data integration and external software systems with DAR systems.

-Testing and implementing software upgrades and utilizing new functionality most effectively.

-Participating in the assessment, development and implementation of new strategic solutions as an application specialist.

-Providing ongoing staff system training and maintaining procedure documentation for primary responsibilities.

Education/Skills Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred. Solid understanding of file structure,

and relational database management concepts and design; strong data extraction, reporting, and data validation skills using various tools; thorough knowledge of MS Office especially Excel and Access; strong analytical and organizational skills with commitment to accuracy and detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; creative problem solving skills; ability to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions; results and deadline oriented; strong customer-service orientation; ability to work cooperatively with others in fast-paced environment and under pressure of deadlines and interruptions; sensitive to and accepting of confidentiality requirements.

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents

Minimum of 3 years of information systems data analyst experience, preferably in a sophisticated academic fundraising environment and preferably with the Raiser’s Edge enterprise system (Raiser’s Edge certified if possible); extensive experience with query, export and report-writing software, preferably Crystal Reports or Power BI; extensive experience requiring the use of Access and Excel; experience with accounting procedures; interest in and experience with training and working with people who have a wide range of computer skills.

Standard Work Days and Hours

Hours are primarily Monday through Friday; 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with occasional work after 5:00 pm or weekends. Some travel required. This is an exempt position requiring time commitment necessary to satisfactorily complete job requirements.

This position is on-site, at Bowdoin’s campus in Brunswick, ME. Following the onboarding period, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Benefits and Pay: (FT)

• The salary range for this position is expected to be: $71,500 – $80,000.

• A variety of health insurance plans (Medical, Vision, Dental)

• Generous Retirement Plan – 10.12% annual compensation contribution

• Life and Disability Insurance

• Paid time off – vacation, personal, holidays, and special days off; paid parental leave.

• Free fitness and wellness classes!

• And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html

  About Bowdoin

Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff—with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.

We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.

Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin’s reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.

Bowdoin’s campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.

Shift

Employment Category Full Time Year Round

FTE 1.00

Benefits Eligible Yes

Pay Type Salaried

Background Check Package Requirements Faculty/Administrative

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? No

Is a pre-placement physical required for this position? No

Posting Date 12/20/2024

Applications Accepted Until

Open Until Filled No

Type of Posting Internal/External

Special Instructions to Applicants

EEO Information

Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

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