Job Description

Position Summary

The Data Management Analyst plays a critical role in managing Elon University’s data assets. You’ll gather data from various sources while ensuring data accuracy and consistency. This position is responsible for managing and enhancing the quality, value, and security of organizational data. Uncovering insights from complex data sets and helping drive informed decision-making across the organization are the objectives. The ideal candidate for the Data Management Analyst position combines technical proficiency in data analysis with expertise in data governance. This person should have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a problem-solving orientation. Adaptability and collaboration are key, as this position works across teams to ensure data quality, compliance, and strategic alignment.

Benefits of Working at Elon

As an Elon University employee, you’ll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon’s personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University’s home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you’ll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation’s premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.

Immediate tuition remission for undergraduate courses

Tuition remission for approved graduate-level courses after 12 months of employment.

Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.

Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.

Free use of campus fitness facilities.

Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at two years of service. After two years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon’s principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one’s identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (such as data science, information management, or computer science) and minimum of 2 to 4 years of relevant experience. Additionally, to be successful in this position candidates should have proven experience in data analysis and understanding of data governance, along with familiarity in data quality, SQL, and data visualization tools.

Preferred Education and Experience

Master's degree in Data Management or a related field.
• Proficiency in SQL and data visualization tools.
• Ability to analyze complex datasets and extract meaningful insights.
• Experience implementing data governance and best practices to ensure data quality.
• Proactive in identifying and addressing data-related issues.



Job Duties

Data Governance:
Work closely with IT, legal, compliance, and business teams to uphold data standards and adherence to data policies.
Develop and update documentation that outlines data definitions, lineage, and relationships.
Educate end-users on data governance policies and advocate for data governance practices across the organization.
Work with data stewards to set measurable objectives for data governance effectiveness.
Data Quality:
Establish and enforce data quality standards, including accuracy, completeness, and reliability.
Proactively identify and address issues related to data quality, security, and compliance.
Identify anomalies, inconsistencies, and errors in data through comprehensive assessments.
Coordination and Promotion
Coordinate with data stewards to maintain accurate classification and labeling of data to ensure easy access, while utilizing tools to catalog all organizational data assets comprehensively.
Continuously learn about data management best practices and emerging technologies.
Stay informed about regulations like GDPR and CCPA and help ensure organizational compliance.