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Director, Data Analytics and HRIS

The University of Texas at Austin

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Mar 2025

About the role

Job Posting Title:

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Hiring Department:

Dell Medical School

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Apr 25, 2025

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

General Notes

The Department of Human Resources at the Dell Medical School is seeking a Director of Data Analytics and HRIS. This is a full-time position; remote work is expected with limited possibility of hybrid work.

Purpose

The Director of Data Analytics and HRIS is responsible for leading the data analytics and data warehousing department with particular emphasis on ERP and the HCM and Finance functions, ensuring alignment with the business’s vision and objectives. This role involves overseeing all activities related to data analytics, providing strategic leadership, and driving data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Supervision

Oversee and monitor all activities of the data analytics and data warehousing teams.
Provide thought leadership and act as a subject matter expert in designing and recommending analytical approaches and methodologies.
Promote a data-driven culture and ensure the team is aligned with the business’s goals.

Strategic Planning

Develop and implement data strategies that support business objectives.
Provide management visibility into data-driven insights that inform the business’s strategic direction and KPIs.
Determine the adoption of suitable tools and technologies to drive innovation and create a competitive advantage.

Collaboration and Communication

Engage with cross-functional teams, including human resources, finance, and IT, to identify data requirements and capitalize on opportunities.
Communicate data insights and analytics stories across the business to highlight the importance of data work and the actions that should follow.

Data Governance and Security

Establish comprehensive policies for information management, ensuring data integrity, security, and compliance with relevant regulations.
Implement active and passive security measures to protect data effectively.

Performance Metrics

Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess the effectiveness of data initiatives.
Use data analysis to support stakeholder decision-making and identify trends.

Team Development

Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Ensure constant improvement in professional skills and readiness for future leadership roles.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Technical Skills

Proficiency in data analysis, data mining, machine learning, and programming.
Experience with data analytics and data visualization tools, particularly Workday and PowerBI.
Strong understanding of data governance and data integrity principles.

Leadership and Management

Proven leadership experience and the ability to manage and develop a high-performing team.
Experience in strategic planning and implementing data strategies.

Analytical and Problem-Solving

Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to transform data into actionable insights that drive business decisions.

Communication and Collaboration

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to communicate complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders effectively.

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and strategic mindset.
Ability to mentor and develop team members.
Passion for data and a data-driven approach to decision-making.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in data science, statistics, computer science, or a related field. 10 years of data science, analytics, or HRIS experience with at least 5 in a leadership role.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.