Data Analyst I - 530581

Data Analyst I - 530581

Job no: 530581
Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Engineering/Computer Science, Research/Scientific

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $53,500 - Midpoint: $66,900 (Salaried E8)

Department/Organization: 600101 - Athletic Director

Normal Work Schedule: Varies

Job Summary: The Data Analyst I gathers, audits, analyzes, and reports low- to moderate-complexity data under general supervision. Ensures data integrity. May perform ad-hoc analyses and reporting to inform decision-making, or design predictive modeling or other data mining capabilities.

Additional Department Summary: Supports UA Athletics' data management and analytics efforts by building and maintaining business intelligence solutions and delivering actionable insights across ticketing, marketing, and operational areas. Assists with reporting automation, dashboard development, and analytics. Ensures data quality. Adheres to institutional security and governance policies and procedures. Collaborates with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and improve organizational performance.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher and some data analysis experience.

Skills and Knowledge: Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Ability to translate complex data into clear, narrative driven presentations that inform leadership decision making. Proficiency in Excel.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in business, economics, statistics, mathematics, computer science, information systems, or another related field. Experience using SQL for data management. Experience using Python and/or R for data analysis. Experience using Tableau and/or comparable BI tools for data visualization. Familiarity with CRM systems, ticketing platforms, and large-scale consumer datasets. Experience with Snowflake. Experience in college athletics (internship or full-time).

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC's Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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Advertised: 14 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 14 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time