Data Quality Specialist

Job Overview

Data Quality Specialist - 40170 University Staff Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Higher Education!

At the System Administration office at the University of Colorado, we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Job Description

Our office is committed to fostering a culture where employees find community, a sense of belonging, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission and purpose.

By joining our team, you’ll have a direct impact on shaping the future of higher education.

In addition to the Office of the Board of Regents, the University of Colorado’s system administration includes 19 units that provide essential services to CU’s campuses in Aurora, Boulder, Colorado Springs, and Denver, as well as the Office of the President.

While not a part of any one campus, we are proud to serve in the centralized office for the University system. Together, we ensure CU continues to deliver outstanding education, groundbreaking research, and valuable service to our communities.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, contributing to a dynamic team, and supporting a mission that matters, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey. Learn more about CU System Administration .

Position Summary: The CU System Office of Advancement provides excellent customer service, strategy, expertise, and efficiency to our partners on CU’s campuses and at the University of Colorado Foundation.

Key Responsibilities

• At the System Administration office at the University of Colorado, we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
• Together, we ensure CU continues to deliver outstanding education, groundbreaking research, and valuable service to our communities.
• If you’re passionate about making a difference, contributing to a dynamic team, and supporting a mission that matters, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey.
• We support CU’s fundraising and engagement goals through advancement operations that include constituent research and development, data management, business intelligence, technical architecture, annual giving, planned giving, marketing and communications, IT, budget and finance, and more.
• This position works with other units in Advancement and the university to coordinate data management efforts focused on data quality, data governance, and supporting processes and documentation.
• This position reports to the Assistant Director of Data Management and is exempt for the State of Colorado Classification system.
• Where You Will Work: Applicants must be Colorado residents or able to relocate to Colorado within a month of starting employment with University of Colorado System Administration.
• The Assistant Director of Data Management is fully remote, and most current members of the Data Management team work the hybrid model, so most team interaction will continue to be virtual.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• We believe in creating an environment where the unique experiences and perspectives of everyone are embraced, enriching the work we do and the strategic outcomes we pursue.
• Where You Will Work: Applicants must be Colorado residents or able to relocate to Colorado within a month of starting employment with University of Colorado System Administration.
• Duties and Responsibilities: The allotment of time spent in different duties is commensurate with skills, interests, and needs of the organization.
• Duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: • Receives or collects information and then enters information, using related tools, while independently applying research, analysis and problem-solving skills, always adhering to appropriate policies and procedures • Uses current standards for indexing and coding within the database to ensure that all data input is usable; recognizes and voices when new standards are needed or standards are outdated; assists in documenting and updating procedural and standards documents • Ensures a high level of customer service is maintained when receiving and handling requests from internal and external customers, representing Advancement and the University in a positive and professional manner, including maintaining and responding to questions, requests, and concerns received via the Data Management e-mail inbox • Uses research and analytical skills and multiple tools and CU databases to resolve duplicate records in the Advancement CRM; works with other teams and departments to improve processes to prevent duplicates • Engages in new and ongoing projects and initiatives focused on data management, data quality, data governance, and the supporting processes and documentation; works across the organization, partnering with colleagues in technical and business roles to improve data quality and complete data projects • Assists or leads in training and instruction of processes, policies, or other relevant subject matter as needed (ex.
• CU System Administration takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidate’s education, training and experience as it relates to the position, as well as the position’s scope and complexity, internal pay equity and external market value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.
• (This position is a University Staff position) Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Please include all relevant experience in your resume to be accurately assessed against these qualifications.
• You must meet all minimum requirements at the time of application to be considered for this role.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education, or equivalent professional experience (professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis) One (1) year of equivalent experience (Equivalent experience is defined as work that that is directly associated or closely related to the primary job function(s) of the position) Preferred Qualifications: Two (2) years’ equivalent experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: To be successful in this position a candidate will need the following: General KSAs Knowledge of the business and organizational structure of CU Collaboration skills, including the ability to work with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal Computer skills, including the ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs (i.e.

Benefits and Perks

• Data Quality Specialist - 40170 University Staff Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Higher Education!
• System Advancement’s office is in the uptown neighborhood of Denver.
• CU System Administration takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidate’s education, training and experience as it relates to the position, as well as the position’s scope and complexity, internal pay equity and external market value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.
• Benefits: With our unparalleled range of benefits, including top-notch healthcare, comprehensive wellness programs, enriching professional development, and a dynamic work-life balance, we ensure your holistic growth and happiness.
• Disability, Life, Vision Insurance options.
• Multiple retirement planning options including a mandatory 401(a) plan where CU contributes 10% of your gross pay, a 401k or 403b plan and a 457 deferred compensation plan.

Work Location and Schedule

This role is listed as Remote USA with location information shown as Remote USA. The employment type is Full Time.

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