Student Associate - Reporting & Analytics

Administrator:  Director, Reporting & Analytics

Experience:  Prior experience not required; data experience preferred

Education Required:  High school diploma or equivalent and enrolled at MSU

Preferred Availability: 10 hours per week with flexibility

Location:  Onsite in Bozeman, MT; hybrid opportunities may be available based on performance.

Overtime Status:  Non-exempt; eligible for overtime

Preferred Start Date:  On or by September 30, 2026

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Reporting & Analytics Student Associate at the Montana State University Alumni Foundation (“Alumni Foundation”) is responsible for providing assistance to staff members of the Advancement Services and Reporting & Analytics team. This team supports organizational decision-making by maintaining accurate information, developing reports, improving processes, and assisting departments across the organization with data and information needs. The duties of this position include but are not limited to: data quality support, information maintenance, reporting assistance, documentation, and special projects related to data and technology. This position reports to the Director, Reporting & Analytics. 

Anticipated distribution of time and effort outlined below. 

• 40%       Data Quality and Information Maintenance
• 35%       Reporting and Information Support
• 25%       Various Other Projects

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist with maintaining data quality and integrity through data review, validation, updates, and organization within enterprise information systems.
2. Support the creation, testing, verification, and distribution of reports and information requested by various departments.
3. Review information for accuracy, completeness, and consistency and identify potential areas for improvement.
4. Assist with data cleanup, record maintenance, and ongoing data quality initiatives.
5. Create and maintain documentation, procedures, and reference materials related to reporting and information management processes.
6. Participate in special projects involving data analysis, reporting, process improvement, and business operations.
7. Help identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness in reporting and information management activities.
8. Affect and maintain a professional, proactive, positive, highly collaborative, and performance-centric work environment.
9. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director, Reporting & Analytics.

Duties and responsibilities may be amended at any time.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Complete respect for confidentiality and sensitive information.
2. Keen attention to detail and accuracy.
3. High level of personal responsibility.
4. Ability to be reliable and accountable.
5. Ability to be flexible in daily responsibilities.
6. Professional manner.
7. Ability to adhere to policy and follow instructions.
8. Ability to complete tasks without heavy supervision.
9. Ability to work as a team player.
10. Knowledge of Microsoft Office with the ability to further develop technology and analytical skills.
11. Interest in data, reporting, technology, analytics, information systems, business processes, or related fields.
12. Ability to review information for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
13. Ability to organize, summarize, and present information in a clear and understandable manner.
14. Ability to learn new systems, processes, and technologies.
15. Curiosity and willingness to learn about data management, reporting, analytics, and organizational operations.

PREFERRED EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Students pursuing coursework or degrees in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Business Analytics
• Management Information Systems
• Statistics
• Mathematics
• Business
• Engineering
• Information Technology
• Other related fields

Prior experience is not required. A willingness to learn, strong attention to detail, and an interest in working with data and information are highly valued.

STUDENT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:

Through this position, students will have the opportunity to:

• Gain experience working with organizational data and reporting processes.
• Develop analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Learn best practices for data quality and information management.
• Participate in projects that support decision-making and organizational operations.
• Improve professional communication and documentation skills.
• Gain exposure to reporting, analytics, process improvement, and business operations in a professional environment.

APPLICATIONS AND RECRUITMENT:

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, a resume, and three professional references online. Recruitment will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The MSU Alumni Foundation is an equal employment opportunity employer who believes that diversity, equity and inclusion allow us to better serve our students and communities and are critical to supporting the mission of Montana State University as a land-grant institution.