American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with a commitment to social responsibility and cultural diversity. The Data Assistant will support data collection, analysis, and presentation to enhance career services, contributing to data-driven decision-making and improving student engagement.
Responsibilities
Collect and organize career-related data from various sources, including drop-in advising, the SIS mentorship program, surveys, social media, and the graduation census.
Gather SIS Career advising and event attendance data via Handshake.
Utilize scraping software to extract and pinpoint specific data on our SIS LinkedIn group related to jobs, internships, and other opportunities shared with us.
Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of data by conducting regular data quality checks and resolving discrepancies.
Maintain and update databases, spreadsheets, and other data repositories to ensure efficient data retrieval and accessibility.
Generate monthly data reports and visualizations to effectively communicate data findings to the OCD team.
Assist in analyzing career-related data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform decision-making processes.
Collaborate with team members to develop and refine key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of career services.
Conduct research on best practices in career services and data analytics.
Support the evaluation of career programs and initiatives by designing surveys, collecting feedback, and analyzing results.
Collaborate with OCD staff to understand data needs and provide data-driven insights to support decision-making.
Communicate findings and recommendations clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders (reporting to OCD monthly in collaboration with Program Coordinator).
Qualification
Required
Must have a Federal Work Study (FWS) award.
Undergraduate or graduate student currently pursuing a degree in a relevant field such as data science, statistics, computer science, or a related discipline.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and draw insights from complex data sets.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and other data analysis and collection tools such as SQL, Python, or R.
Familiarity with data visualization techniques and tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
Detail-oriented mindset with excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present findings in a clear and concise manner.
Self-starter and team player, able to prioritize and meet deadlines as delineated by the Program Coordinator.
Ability to adapt and take initiative in response to changing ideas, expectations, or environments.
Preferred
An interest in higher education and career development is preferred.
Experience and/or interest in international affairs is preferred.
Experience with Handshake, and/or the desire to learn how to utilize it as a data collection tool.
Benefits
American University's historic academic strengths are rooted in social responsibility and our dedication to cultural and intellectual diversity.
