Job Type: Full time
Job Number: JR-022308
Location: Salt Lake City,
UT
If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country-and you’re committed to working hard
to play your part in building that future-consider WGU as the next step in your career.
Driven by a mission to expand access to
higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse
workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received
praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping
students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.
The salary range for this position takes into
account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience
and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
At WGU, it is not typical for an individual
to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of
each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
Grade: Professional 310 Pay Range: $88,300.00 – $132,400.00
Job
Description
The IAR Senior Data Analyst is responsible for extracting, processing, analyzing, and reporting on data to produce
rigorous, actionable insights and research. They establish and maintain strong relationships with peers and leaders across IAR, Data
Engineering, Product Management, Finance, EdTech, and Faculty staff. They perform ad hoc analyses, build standard reports and data
visualizations, and deliver information and insights through various methods and media that privilege data storytelling and compress
time-to-action.
Want to use data to drive social change?
At WGU, our mission is personal. We serve over 190,000
students across the U.S., and every number tells a story-of persistence, barriers, breakthroughs, and transformation. As a Senior Data
Analyst on our Equity Research team, you won’t just crunch numbers-you’ll help us identify the systemic challenges students face and uncover
the policies and programs that remove them.
Why join us?
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You’ll work on
research that matters-equity gaps, student belonging, financial hardship, and outcomes across race, income, geography, and
more.
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You’ll be embedded in a highly respected, mission-driven university known for its innovation
in online learning and student support.
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You’ll have visibility and influence: our team’s work
shapes WGU’s internal strategy and external impact with funders and partners.
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You’ll be surrounded
by values-driven peers-analysts, researchers, and storytellers-who bring rigor, heart, and purpose to every
project.
What you’ll do:
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Lead equity-focused analyses using SQL and
Tableau to uncover disparities in student outcomes.
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Translate findings into actionable
recommendations for teams like Financial Aid, Academic Programs, and Learning Analytics.
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Build
dashboards that track institutional progress on equity metrics.
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Present insights to diverse
audiences-from senior leadership to philanthropic partners.
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Help guide junior team members and
contribute to a collaborative, inquiry-driven culture.
What you
bring:
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Data Science, Sociology, Public Policy,
Education) -
5+ years of experience in data analysis, institutional research, or education equity
analytics. -
Demonstrated experience analyzing equity gaps in student or community outcomes
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Advanced proficiency in SQL and Tableau.
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Strong communication skills-you can turn complex data
into stories that move people to act.
Bonus points if you
have:
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Experience analyzing survey data and sense of belonging measures.
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Familiarity
with qualitative or mixed-methods approaches. -
Experience working with education nonprofits, philanthropy, or
mission-driven institutions.
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Proficiency in Python or R.
Work
Location:
- This is a full-time, in-office position at WGU’s headquarters in Salt Lake City, UT. You’ll
work side-by-side with a multidisciplinary team of analysts, researchers, and educators committed to data-informed
innovation.
Position & Application Details
Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working
40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses;
medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life
insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage;
retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for
accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental
leave.
How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through
the internal job board in Workday.
Additional Information
Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical
responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.
Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require
assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at
[email protected].
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to any protected characteristic as required by law.
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