Data Analyst Specialist

SCCC REFERENCE #: 26-108

DATE: September 16, 2026

TITLE: Data Analyst Specialist

CAMPUS: College

START DATE: Spring 2027

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Full Time

RANK: Faculty

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Suffolk County Community College is the largest community college in the State University of New York (SUNY) system, enrolling more than 26,000 students at its three campuses in Selden, Brentwood, and Riverhead, as well as its Culinary Arts Center in Riverhead. Established in 1959, the college offers a wide array of transfer-oriented associate degrees in the liberal arts and sciences; business; communications and the arts; computing and cybersecurity; health sciences; and many other areas. Career-facing degrees and certificates are offered in allied health professions, automotive technology, culinary and baking, manufacturing, and many other areas. The college provides high school concurrent enrollment opportunities to thousands of students each year through both Suffolk’s Beacon program and through on-campus early college classes. Designated by the U.S. Department of Education as a Hispanic Serving Institution, Suffolk enrolls thousands of students in English Language Learning courses, and also serves more Veterans and military-connected students than any other college in the SUNY system.

Announcement is hereby made for a full-time (12-month), Specialist, Data Analyst position for the Spring 2027 semester in the Office of Planning and Institutional Effectiveness located on the Ammerman Campus in Selden.

This position will support the Vice President for Planning and Institutional Effectiveness and is a direct report to the Associate Director for Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness and will provide support in the areas of institutional research, data analysis, and institutional effectiveness. This position will collaborate with a team of professionals to gather, analyze, distribute and communicate institutional data in a timely manner to assist the college in making data-informed decisions. This role is a key member of the college’s institutional research team, providing expertise in support of data-driven planning, assessment, and strategic decision-making.

The Data Analyst will contribute to the development and maintenance of analytical tools and reports that inform institutional effectiveness, enrollment management, and student success initiatives.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to prioritize their workload, have experience using SQL to extract data from Banner/ODS and utilize SPSS to conduct data analysis, and create dashboards. In addition, the candidate will understand the importance of institutional assessment and demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Extracts, cleans, and prepares data using programming language such as SQL and SPSS.

• Conducts advanced statistical analyses and predictive modeling to support strategic enrollment forecasting, resource allocation, student success initiatives, etc.

• Collaborates with the Vice President to translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable insights tailored for stakeholders at all levels.

• Responds to ad hoc data requests from internal and external stakeholders with accurate, timely, and clearly presented information.

• Develops, maintains, and automates data reports, dashboards, and visualizations to track institutional key performance indicators and support planning, program review, and accreditation activities.

• Develops and maintains documentation for data processes, reporting standards, and methodologies to ensure clarity, consistency, and repeatability.

• Ensures data integrity, consistency, and appropriate use in compliance with internal standards and external reporting requirements.

• Stays current with trends in higher education data analytics, artificial intelligence, and institutional effectiveness.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a diverse academic environment.

• Knowledge of data privacy, FERPA, and ethical data use standards in higher education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in data analytics, statistics, educational research, or a related field.

• Professional experience in higher education or a data-focused environment.

• Familiarity with Ellucian Banner/ODS or other higher education enterprise systems.

• Demonstrated proficiency in SQL for data extraction and transformation.

• Experience with statistical software (e.g., SPSS) and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).

HIRING SALARY:

This is a Unit III position covered under the Faculty Association of Suffolk County Community College collective bargaining agreement with the college. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision, vacation days, deferred compensation, and a defined benefit (pension) plan.

NON-DISCRIMINATION NOTICE:

Suffolk County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, equal pay compensation-sex, national origin, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or disability in its admissions, programs and activities, or employment. This applies to all employees, students, applicants or other members of the College community (including, but not limited to, vendors and visitors). Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting either of the Civil Rights Compliance Officers/Coordinators listed below. Retaliation against a person who files a complaint, serves as a witness, or assists or participates in the investigation of a complaint in any manner is strictly prohibited.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College's non-discrimination polices:

Civil Rights Compliance Officers

Christina Vargas

Chief Diversity Officer/Title IX Coordinator

Ammerman Campus, NFL Bldg., Suite 230

533 College Road, Selden, New York 11784-2899

[email protected]

(631) 451-4950

or

Dionne Walker-Belgrave

Affirmative Action Officer/Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Ammerman Campus, NFL Bldg., Suite 230

533 College Road, Selden, New York 11784-2899

[email protected]

(631) 451-4051

In an emergency, contact Public Safety to make a report 24 hours a day/7 days a week by calling (631) 451-4242 or dialing 311 from any College phone.

Inquiries or complaints concerning alleged civil rights violations in the College’s education admissions, programs and activities may also be directed to:

Office for Civil Rights (OCR) – Enforcement Office

U.S. Department of Education

32 Old Slip, 26th Floor

New York, NY 10005-2500

Telephone: (646) 428-3800

Fax: (646) 428-3843

TDD: (877) 521-2172

Email: [email protected]

Also see: https://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm

Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination in employment practices may also be directed to:

NYS Division of Human Rights

Long Island (Suffolk)

New York State Office Building

250 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 2B-49

Hauppauge, NY 11788

Telephone: (631) 952-6434

TDD: (718) 741-8300

Email: [email protected]

Also see: https://dhr.ny.gov/how-file-complaint

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

New York District Office

33 Whitehall Street, 5th Floor

New York, NY 10004

Telephone: (800) 669-4000

Fax: (212) 336-3790

TTY: (800) 669-6820

ASL Video Phone: (844) 234-5122

Also see: https://www.eeoc.gov/field/newyork/charge.cfm

Suffolk County Community College is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal opportunity and non-discrimination in employment, education, access to services, programs, and activities, including career and technical education opportunities.

A copy of the postsecondary career and technical education courses offered by the College is available and may be obtained on our website at: www.sunysuffolk.edu/explore-academics/college-catalog or by calling the Office of Admissions at 631-451-4000 to request a mailing.