Planning and Research Analyst Senior
Application Procedure:
How to Apply
Apply at jobs.erp.maricopa.edu. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.
Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.
Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.
Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
- Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
- Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;
- Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load)
- Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
- Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.
Special Working Conditions
- May be required to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours.
- May work at multiple locations and travel between multiple campuses and college locations; both in-state and out-of-state travel may be required.
- May be required to sit for a prolonged period of time viewing a computer monitor.
- Travel to campus during the interview/selection process will be at the candidate’s own expense
EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act
Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."
The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.
The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.
Job Duties
Job Summary
The Institutional Effectiveness team at Glendale Community College is seeking a skilled and inquisitive data scientist for the role of Planning and Research Analyst Senior. This position serves a vital role in transforming complex data into actionable insights that support institutional change, student success, and strategic decision-making across the College.
As a technical and strategic partner, this position will lead high-impact analytics projects, design compelling visualizations using tools like Tableau, and develop sophisticated SQL queries to integrate and interpret data from enterprise systems. Working with both college- and district-level stakeholders, this position will serve as a subject-matter expert on data methodology, dashboard development, and institutional reporting.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys solving real-world problems through data, values collaboration, and wants to grow their expertise in enterprise analytics, business intelligence, and emerging technologies. Whether supporting compliance needs, ad hoc requests, or forward-looking research, the work will shape how GCC elevates the West Valley and beyond.
This will be an on-site position, offering the opportunity to collaborate face-to-face with passionate colleagues, engage directly with campus stakeholders, and be immersed in the vibrant campus community while shaping data-informed solutions that make a lasting impact. This position will be responsible for leading and supervising departmental research professional(s).
Essential Functions
30% - Data Visualization and Dashboard Development
- Design, build, and maintain interactive dashboards and data visualizations using Tableau to support data-informed decision-making across the College.
- Document dashboard processes and ensure they are accessible, scalable, and aligned with institutional goals.
20% - Data Extraction, Integration, and Query Development
- Develop and optimize complex SQL queries to extract, integrate, and validate data from multiple relational databases.
- Create and maintain reusable, published data sources for use by analysts, developers, and institutional stakeholders.
20% - Research and Analysis for Strategic Decision-Making
- Lead and support complex research projects and studies with college-level impact.
- Analyze and interpret enterprise data to generate insights, and produce high-quality reports, visualizations, and presentations to inform institutional strategy.
15% - Leadership, Consultation, Collaboration, and Training
- Serve as a subject-matter expert for enterprise data and tools.
- Provide professional-level consultation and support to departments, committees, and employees.
- Develop and deliver training, workshops, and technical documentation related to data tools and best practices.
- Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of staff.
15% - Institutional Support, Service Excellence, and Project Coordination
- Support the mission and reporting requirements of the college and District, including serving as liaison for work teams and committees.
- Assist with or lead project planning, organization, supervision, and evaluation of assigned staff and/or deliverables.
- Stay informed on emerging technologies and trends to continuously improve data services and capabilities.
- Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the department and the College.
Job Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in business statistics, educational studies, business administration, or a directly related field, and four years of professional-level experience in research and analysis that includes responsibility for coordinating projects and programs.
OR
An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above, sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.
Desired Qualifications
A. Master’s degree in Data/Information Management, Computer Science, Statistics, Educational Research, or a closely related field.
B. Experience developing data visualizations and/or reports using business intelligence tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms in a server-based environment.
C. Experience writing and editing complex SQL queries to extract, transform, and validate data from relational databases.
D. Two years’ experience using statistical software such as SPSS, R, SAS, or JASP to conduct quantitative analysis.
E. Experience conducting institutional research or similar data analysis work in higher education, including familiarity with student success metrics, compliance reporting, and/or accreditation support.
F. Experience supervising and/or leading a team in areas of data analytics, research and/or business intelligence.
Institution Description
10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.
The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision—creating excellence in education for a better world.
We focus on people—not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we’re changing college.
We don’t just support our community—we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.
We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.
Benefits
Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:
Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
- 20 Paid Observed Holidays
- Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
- Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
- Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
- Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
- Annual Professional Development Funding
- Flexible Work Schedules
Employee Health & Wellness Programs:
- District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
- Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
- Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
- Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings
- Pre-Retirement Planning Events
- Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)
Application Due Date: 2025-07-21
Job Start Date: 2025-09-02
Salary: $68850 - $89505
City: Glendale,
State/Province/Region: AZ
Institution: Glendale Community College (Maricopa Community Colleges)
Reports To: Associate Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness
Staff # Reporting to Position: 1
Reports In Office: Institutional Effectiveness
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