Azusa Pacific University · 15 hours ago
Senior Data Analyst (Part-Time) - Information Technology
Azusa, CA
Full-time, Part-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$32.97/hr - $37.92/hr
5+ years expAzusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered, multicultural community, and they are seeking a Senior Data Analyst to support advanced reporting and data analytics within the PeopleSoft ecosystem. The role involves providing technical insight and hands-on development for analytics needs across HR, Finance, and other operational areas.
Education
Responsibilities
Serve as the senior SME for PeopleSoft reporting, analytics, and data structures
Build, tune, and maintain SQL queries, views, and data models used for enterprise reporting
Develop Insights dashboards, Pivot Grids, BI Publisher reports, and custom datasets
Identify data gaps, isolate root causes, and recommend options for correction
Support high-end scripting and portal programming when needed for reporting or automation
Translate business questions into clear analytical outputs
Provide quick-turn solutions for complex reporting issues and data discrepancies
Advise on best practices for data architecture, analytics workflows, and long-term reporting needs
Support validation, testing, and rollout of new reporting tools
Provide analytics support for strategic university initiatives
Mentor COE staff in SQL practices, optimization, and data modeling
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or closely related field
Five to seven years of experience in analytics, data engineering, mathematical modeling, or advanced reporting
Expert-level SQL with demonstrated experience tuning complex queries and working with very large datasets
Proven hands-on expert-level experience with PeopleSoft HCM, Financials, or Campus Solutions
Proven ability to build dashboards, datasets, and reporting tools with accuracy and clarity
Experience converting business needs into technical requirements that can be developed quickly
Ability to work independently and execute under limited hours while still delivering at a high level
Prior experience in higher education environments
Prior work with HR, Finance, or Student Systems data
Experience mentoring others in SQL, data modeling & analytics, or business intelligence
Familiarity with higher-ed systems and historical reporting logic
Expert SQL, including performance tuning and working with large and complex datasets
Expert knowledge of PeopleSoft table structures, keys, trees, SetID rules, and cross-module dependencies
Ability to design dashboards, metrics, and reporting models from concept to delivery
Strong analytical thinking with high attention to detail
Ability to diagnose issues quickly and recommend efficient solutions
Experience with analytics tools such as HighCharts, Insights, BI Publisher, or Pivot Grids
Clear and direct communication with the ability to explain complex logic in simple terms
Strong prioritization and self-management skills in a low-hour, high-output environment
Strong analytical reasoning for complex problem solving
Highly self-directed with the ability to manage shifting priorities
Strong service orientation and respect for internal customers
High personal accountability and reliability with limited oversight
Aligned with APU's mission and values
Supportive of APU's Christian foundations and the 4 Cornerstones
Benefits
Competitive benefits package
Company
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa Pacific University is a university creating a place for Christian education to form the training School for Christian Workers.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Kirk Bernal, PHR
Human Resources Business Partner
Leslie C.
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
2025-09-23
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