Director Business Intelligence

Job ID

16685

Location

Arlington, TX

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Salary

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The annual salary for this position ranges from $95,100 to $140,000. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Documents Needed to Apply

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Required:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• References (minimum of three)

Purpose of Position

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Provides strategic leadership for the university’s business intelligence function and directly supervises the Business Intelligence team. Directs the development of financial models, dashboards, reporting tools, and data-driven analyses that support university operations, resource planning, and strategic decision-making.

Collaborates across the CFO Division, and with university stakeholders, to translate complex financial data into clear insights, forecasts, and recommendations.

Essential Functions

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• Lead, supervise, and develop the Business Intelligence team; establish priorities, assign work, manage performance, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality analytics and reporting.
• Direct the development of financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses supporting tuition revenue, capital planning, financing decisions, asset utilization, and other strategic initiatives.
• Oversee business intelligence strategy, including dashboards, key performance indicators, executive reporting, and analytical tools that improve operational and financial decisions.
• Analyze financial and operational data, assess performance and trends, project outcomes, and provide actionable recommendations to senior leaders and departments.
• Partner with the Office of University Analytics and other stakeholders to define data requirements, strengthen data quality and governance, standardize recurring reports, and develop shared metrics.
• Leverage PeopleSoft (UT Share), Oracle EPM, Databricks, and related platforms to automate and deliver reliable forecasting, trend, performance, and constituent reporting.
• Provide assistance in the accurate and timely completion of required internal and external reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in business analytics, data science, information systems, statistics, finance, accounting, economics, computer science, or a related field and six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in business intelligence, analytics, financial planning, institutional research, or a related area, including demonstrated experience leading projects and supervising or developing professional staff; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

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• Master’s degree in business analytics, data science, statistics, economics, finance, information systems, decision science, or a related field.
• Experience leading a business intelligence, analytics, or reporting team in higher education or another complex, decentralized organization.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Oracle EPM, Databricks, data warehouses or lakehouses, and enterprise reporting environments.
• Experience with higher education finance, enrollment, budgeting, forecasting, and institutional performance metrics.
• Experience developing dashboards, analytical models, executive reports, and decision-support products using complex data from multiple systems.
• Demonstrated success implementing self-service analytics, standardized reporting, automation, or data-governance practices.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

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• Proficiency with data modeling and visualization tools and advanced spreadsheet analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to gather and document requirements, manage stakeholder relationships, and communicate complex findings to executive and operational audiences.
• Working knowledge of data quality, data governance, reporting standards, and appropriate access to institutional data.
• Use of personal computer and standard office equipment.
• Proficiency in the essential duties and responsibilities, as well as the minimum qualifications listed above.

Work Schedule

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• Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm
• Hybrid/Remote position – work may be conducted both remotely and in-person.
• Required attendance at in-person UTA meetings in Arlington, TX.
• Occasional nights and weekends are possible.
• Travel for professional development/conferences as needed or required.

Working Conditions

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• May work around standard office conditions.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Benefits

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Position is benefit eligible: Yes

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University.

https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

PreEmployment Background Check ----------------------------------

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a pre employment background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA 48.

By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

University Information --------------------------

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities.

As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System.

As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal).

UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023).

With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

EEO Statement -----------------

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.

In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression.

Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy.

It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations ----------------------

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].