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Assistant Director, Business Intelligence

University of Texas at Dallas

$90,000

medical insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, remote work

United States, Texas, Richardson

Apr 21, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S06995P
Position Title	Assistant Director, Business Intelligence
Functional Title	Assistant Director, Business Intelligence
Department	Office of Institutional Success and Decision Support (New)
Salary Range	$90,000
Pay Basis	Monthly
Position Status	Regular full-time
Location	Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date	04/21/2026
Posting Close Date	05/15/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
Desired Start Date	06/01/2026
Job Summary	Reporting to the Assistant Vice President in the Office of Institutional Success and Decision Support (OISDS), the Assistant Director collaborates closely with OISDS team members and campus-wide stakeholders to provide access to institutional data in formats that support effective decision-making. This role oversees the design, development, and deployment of university analytics solutions that transform complex data into actionable insights. Key responsibilities include supervising a Business Analyst; serving as a bridge between technical teams and institutional stakeholders to advance data-informed strategies; leading and contributing to the development of interactive dashboards and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI); managing a portfolio of highly visible and mission-critical data products; ensuring data quality and integrity; and supporting OISDS data literacy initiatives. A successful candidate partners with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into effective business intelligence and decision-support solutions. In addition, the Assistant Director contributes to broader strategic priorities, including the development of a decision-support hub and collaboration on initiatives led by the University Initiatives team in support of the Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Chief of Staff. *Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for the Assistant Director, Business Intelligence position.* *Must be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident to meet USCIS eligibility requirements.*
Minimum Education and Experience	-Bachelor's degree in related field. -Three plus years relevant professional experience. -Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience	Preferred Education and Experience Five or more years of relevant professional experience in institutional research, data analytics, or data visualization, preferably within a higher education setting. Advanced degree in statistics, data science, data analytics, business analytics, or a related field. Experience developing and maintaining Microsoft SharePoint sites. Experience with additional data visualization tools, such as Tableau. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Proficiency in data visualization techniques and tools, including Power BI. Proficiency in data analysis tools and technologies, including SQL, data modeling, and data warehouses. Experience with semantic layer design and dimensional data modeling techniques. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software. Experience leveraging data visualizations to communicate clear, compelling, and impactful insights that support datainformed decisionmaking. Ability to communicate complex technical information effectively to nontechnical audiences. Project management and coordination experience.
Other Qualifications	To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead the unit's new and evolving business intelligence team situated in OISDS to develop data visualizations and a suite of decision support tools for the university community and external audiences. Develop and maintain data visualizations tools (e.g., dashboards, reports) in collaboration with the business intelligence analyst and OISDS team. Collaborate with the OISDS Data Warehouse Team on the development and updates to data modeling and engineering that drives data visualizations. Supervise, train, and develop the Business Intelligence Analyst (Data Visualization). Manage multiple projects among direct reports and other teams in OISDS to ensure timely completion of data visualization tools. Ensure the continuous review and improvement of internal business processes, style guidelines, and standard operating procedures related to OISDS data visualization products. Conduct regular outreach to campus users to identify data visualization needs, build relationships, and promote data visualization support offered by OISDS to ensure that decision support tools available align with the campus' needs. Coordinate data literacy efforts (e.g., presentations, trainings, videos, outreach) with other OISDS colleagues to promote decision support tools available for internal and external audiences and collaborate with the Assistant Vice President on the management of the Data Literacy Fellows Program. Maintain a working knowledge of campus data sources, data security protocols, and data governance issues related to the team. Maintain a working knowledge of data visualization and storytelling best practices in higher education. Perform miscellaneous job duties as assigned.
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Additional Information	*Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for the Assistant Director, Business Intelligence position.* *Must be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident to meet USCIS eligibility requirements.* Hybrid/Flex Remote Work Options Hybrid/flex remote work options are available. The employee is expected to have a regular weekly presence in the office. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval. What We Can Offer UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees AD&D Insurance Dental & Vision Plan Options Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan Fertility Benefits Paid time off All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message	1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the *ADA Coordinator* . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.