Remote
Kansas City, Missouri
Posted: 21-Aug-24
Location: Remote
Type: Full Time
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Additional Information:
About Us:
IAAP (International Association of Administrative Professionals) is a dynamic and thriving organization dedicated to serving the needs and interests of our diverse membership community and beyond. We bring together professionals, businesses, and individuals who share a common passion and commitment to the profession.
Job Overview:
The Data and Research Senior Specialist plays a crucial role in managing, analyzing, and interpreting IAAP's data to support strategic decision-making across all departments and leadership levels. This position is responsible for interpreting and manipulating existing data, collecting new data, conducting in-depth analysis, and presenting key findings to stakeholders. The position requires a strong talent in data management, analysis, and visualization, with excellent attention to detail and collaborative skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Data Management and Curation
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- Curate, review, and collate existing IAAP data, including member and community information
- Develop and implement strategies for collecting new data and research
- Maintain and organize data across various technology systems and databases
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
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- Conduct comprehensive analysis of IAAP data to identify trends, patterns, and insights
- Prepare key findings, indicators, and interpretations of how data supports or impacts IAAP's goals and mission
- Develop data-driven recommendations to inform organizational strategy and decision-making
- Reporting and Visualization
- Create clear, concise, and visually appealing presentations of data findings
- Develop regular reports and dashboards for various stakeholders across the organization
- Translate complex data into easily understandable insights for non-technical audiences
- Cross-departmental Collaboration
- Work closely with all departments to understand their data analysis needs and support their work
- Collaborate on data-driven projects to inform future strategies and initiatives
- Provide guidance and support to colleagues on data-related matters
- Data Collection and Survey Management
- Assist in designing and implementing data collection methods, including surveys and other research tools
- Manage and optimize the use of Qualtrics and other data collection tools for data collection and survey administration
- Ensure data integrity and quality throughout the collection and analysis process
- Continuous Improvement
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in data management and analysis
- Recommend and implement improvements to data processes and systems
- Identify opportunities for leveraging data to drive organizational success
Qualifications:
- Education and training in data science, statistics, business analytics, or similar field required, or a combination of the equivalent in specific work-related experience and commensurate work history.
- Five to seven years of experience in data analysis, research, and management
- Requires intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, expert level proficiency in Excel.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
- Experience in managing and manipulating large datasets
- Ability for up to 5% domestic travel.
Competencies:
- Alignment to IAAP’s culture, purpose, strategy, and leadership philosophy
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
- Must exhibit initiative, able to use good judgment, problem solving skills and take appropriate action
- Must be self-directed and able to work independently; plans work and carries out tasks without detailed instructions
- High awareness of and attention to detail
- Strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture and connect it to task work
- Ability to lead by example and support strategic initiatives
- Must be a great relationship builder; enjoys engaging with various types of people and personalities
- Listens and responds effectively to questions; resolves problems
- Embraces change, innovation, and continuous improvement and influences others to do the same
- Ability to analyze and interpret information and apply it appropriately to recommendations and decisions
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate discretion
Language Skills:
- Requires strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must present a professional approach in all communications
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from diverse groups of individuals (internal team members, external customers and vendors, board members, )
- Ensures understanding by asking clarifying questions and restates understanding for
IAAP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS
The physical demands and work environment characteristics below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
- May be required to lift or move up to 20 pounds
- Must be able to hear and speak effectively with customers by telephone or video chat
- Requires keyboarding capabilities to respond using a computer
- Visual acuity to read and develop written materials
- Prolonged periods of sitting and using the computer
Work Environment:
- Typically in a normal office or home office environment but travel requirements result in other work settings at event venues
- Must be able to concentrate /focus with constant interruptions
- May be required to work some overtime
Annual Salary: $80,000