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Posted: 30-Jun-26
Location: Bemidji,
Internal Number: JOB_POSTING-3-17260
Job Description
Bemidji State University (BSU) and Northwest Technical College (NTC) invite applicants to join our team as an Institutional Research Analyst. This position plays a critical role in supporting the data, analytics, and reporting functions for BSU and NTC. Reporting to the Head of Staff, this position provides advanced data analysis, reporting, modeling, and technical expertise to support institutional planning, enrollment management, academic affairs, student success initiatives, accreditation, and regulatory compliance across both institutions.
As a key technical contributor within the Institutional Research Office, the Analyst collaborates closely with institutional leaders and partners across both institutions to support data-informed decision-making. This role contributes to building a modern, integrated, and forward-looking institutional research and analytics function aligned with strategic priorities.
This role operates within a cross-institutional environment, supporting aligned data practices and reporting across both BSU and NTC
Responsibilities of the Institutional Research Analyst include:
Data Analysis and Institutional Reporting. Percent of Time: 40%
Retrieving, cleaning, validating, and analyzing institutional data from internal and external systems to support institutional decision-making.
Developing recurring and ad hoc reports in response to requests from academic, administrative, and executive leadership.
Building and maintaining dashboards, visualizations, and reporting tools aligned with institutional key performance indicators (KPIs) and strategic priorities.
Conducting disaggregated analyses to support the identification of equity gaps and informing inclusive student success strategies.
In coordination with IT, maintaining and updating power BI reports and the BI server.
Contributing to the preparation and validation of required state, federal, accreditation, and Minnesota State system reports.
Incorporating external data sources, including benchmarking and workforce or demographic data, where appropriate to support institutional analysis.
Maintaining data documentation and ensuring accuracy in alignment with institution-wide data governance standards.
Assisting in developing ad-hoc queries, dashboards and reports for other areas on campus (e.g. Records, Financial Aid, Finance, etc.). Applying sound analytical judgment in selecting appropriate methodologies, data sources, and reporting approaches to meet institutional needs.
Academic Affairs and Enrollment Analytics. Percent of Time: 25%
Analyzing enrollment trends, admissions data, retention rates, course enrollments, faculty workload data, and program performance indicators.
Developing and supporting forecasting models related to enrollment, scheduling, and student success.
Providing data analysis to assist Deans, School Chairs, and enrollment leaders in planning, assessment, and resource allocation.
Contributing to equity-focused analyses to identify opportunity gaps and informing institutional improvement strategies.
Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment Support. Percent of Time: 15%
Administering institutional surveys and assisting in survey design, implementation, and analysis, working collaboratively with campus stakeholders to ensure alignment with institutional priorities and informational needs.
Compiling and analyzing survey results and assessment data to support accreditation and institutional effectiveness efforts, partnering with academic and administrative units to ensure data is contextualized, accurate, and actionable.
Assisting academic and administrative units in interpreting performance metrics and assessment findings, facilitating understanding and use of data to inform decision-making, planning, and continuous improvement.
Data Governance and Technical Collaboration. Percent of Time: 10%
Supporting implementation of campus-wide and cross-institutional data governance standards and reporting procedures.
Collaborating with Information Technology and institutional stakeholders to ensure accurate data extraction and alignment across systems.
Identifying data inconsistencies and recommending improvements to enhance reporting reliability and process efficiency.
Working effectively within a shared governance environment, supporting collaboration with faculty, staff, and administrative partners.
Professional development Cross-Functional Collaboration. Percent of Time: 10%
Collaborating with colleagues across BSU and NTC to advance a culture of evidence-based decision-making.
Maintaining professional knowledge of best practices in institutional research, analytics, and reporting methodologies.
Supporting additional projects and initiatives as assigned by the Head of Staff.
Salary Range:
Depends on Qualifications; current pay range is $26.12 - $37.91 per hour.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in statistics, data science, higher education, public policy, social sciences, or a related field, with at least three (3) years of professional experience in data analysis, institutional research, or a related analytical role.
Demonstrated experience working with large datasets, database systems, and relational database querying, including proficiency in SQL and data extraction methodologies.
Minimum two (2) years of experience developing dashboards and reports using business intelligence tools such as Power BI, along with Microsoft Access development.
Experience with statistical analysis and statistical software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, Tableau) and knowledge of institutional research principles and higher education data systems.
Proven ability to analyze and interpret complex quantitative data and produce clear, accurate analytical reports for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to translate data into actionable insights that support planning, assessment, decision-making, and compliance with state, federal, and accreditation reporting requirements.
Strong attention to detail, commitment to data integrity, effective project management skills, and demonstrated commitment to advancing equity and student success through data-informed practices.
Preferred Qualification
Master's degree in a related field.
Experience Developing in Workday Report Writer
Experience with MinnState's ISRS system and data structures.
Experience in higher education or public-sector institutional research.
Experience with predictive modeling and enrollment analytics.
Experience supporting accreditation or regulatory reporting processes.
Experience within Minnesota State or a comparable public higher education system.
A demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism.
To facilitate the review, assessment, and evaluation process, please ensure that your application and/or resume clearly demonstrate fulfillment of the minimum and preferred qualifications of the position. The application materials submitted will be utilized for salary placement purposes.
Other Requirements
All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of an offer of employment. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time
Official transcript(s) must be provided to Human Resources upon hire.
Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE), which can be found at https://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor/mape.jsp
In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MinnState) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, faculty and staff driving on college/university business, who use a rental or state vehicle, shall be required to complete a vehicle Use Agreement form and conform to MinnState's vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check annually.
BSU and NTC are tobacco free workplaces (see policy).
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Unlimited Full-time; Non-exempt; Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Telework (Yes/No)
Telework available.
Internal Bid Process - Open for Bids from eligible MAPE members from 6/29/2026- 7/6/2026. Any current employee interested in this position and eligible to bid should submit a Bid Application by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, July 6th, 2026, to Mary Miller in the HR office at mary.miller@bemidjistate.edu. The bid form may also be found on the Human Resources website.
Note: Internal bid applications will be considered prior to filling the position via the public application process and, therefore, this posting may be closed due to contractual obligations.
Inquiries about the position:
Henoc Preciado, Head of Staff
Phone: 218-755-2011
Email: henoc.preciado@bemidjistate.edu
If you have general questions about this posting or submitting an application, contact Mary Miller at mary.miller@bemidjistate.edu
About
UNIVERSITY / COMMUNITY
WHY BEMIDJI:
It's more than a job. It's an opportunity for the extraordinary.
On the idyllic shores of Lake Bemidji, cradled among the limitless natural beauty of the North Woods and neighbored by Minnesota's three largest Indigenous nations, Bemidji State University and Northwest Technical College offer opportunities for the extraordinary.
Bemidji State University has been ranked as one of the top 30 public institutions in the Midwest region by U.S. News & World Report each year since 2019. BSU offers its diverse student body a comprehensive spectrum of opportunities with nearly 120 undergraduate degrees and emphasis areas in more than 50 areas of study, 14 pre-professional programs, and 14 graduate programs and certificates.
As Bemidji State continues its second century of service, our vision is simple: we educate people to lead inspired lives. To achieve this, BSU centers diversity, equity and inclusion as a core value and strives to create a campus culture in which all members are free to be their authentic selves. BSU also proactively engages with Indigenous communities in northern Minnesota and nationwide toward its goal of becoming a destination university.
Northwest Technical College, one of only three pure technical colleges remaining in Minnesota, helps around 1,000 students align their education with their employment goals. NTC offers more than three dozen certificates, diplomas, and degrees in five career paths. For more than 50 years, NTC has prepared students for fulfilling careers in well-paying, in-demand fields. NTC's accessible, affordable, hands-on programs also help employers meet their ever-growing need for a highly skilled workforce. With an open-enrollment policy and affordable tuition, NTC meets students where they are with a convenient mix of on-campus, online, and hybrid courses.
BSU and NTC are members of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities, the third-largest system of higher education institutions in the United States. The schools share a unique alignment, with administration and student services generally having dual responsibilities to serve both campuses. Through this alignment, NTC students can take advantage of services, support, activities, and opportunities at BSU that expand and enhance their college experience - such as full access to BSU's library and the ability to live in BSU's on-campus resident housing.
For the first time, a joint strategic planning process will guide the future directions for both institutions. The schools are pursuing four shared strategic priorities: student success, the Nisidotaading initiative, northern distinction, and telling our story. These priorities will serve as the foundations for master planning processes for facilities, academic programs, fundraising, information technology, intercollegiate athletics, and diversity, equity, and inclusion, among others.
The Nisidotaading initiative - named for an Ojibwe phrase meaning ""building mutual understanding"" - is creating a statewide center of excellence. It will develop communities of practice meant to help Minnesota State colleges and universities better educate their campus communities on historical trauma and lived experiences of their Indigenous populations, and how to most effectively guide Indigenous students toward their educational goals. In addition, BSU is the first university in the United States to expose all of its students to a course on Indigenous people before graduation.
Bemidji State University acknowledges that it is located on land and water that is the current and ancestral homeland of the Ojibwe and Dakota. We acknowledge the painful history of genocide, forced assimilation, and efforts to alienate the Indigenous inhabitants from their territory here. We honor and respect the many diverse Indigenous peoples still connected to this land, retained tribal sovereignty, treaty rights, and cultural resilience. Indigenous people are spiritual and physical caretakers of this land to which we all belong. Bemidji State University respects these sacred lands, stands with the community members from these Nations, and will fight injustice in all its forms.
At Minnesota State, the work we do is more than just a job. In their pursuit of purpose, connection, and growth, our employees play a critical role on our campuses. They develop policies, provide essential services, and work to improve the well-being and quality of life for our students and for all Minnesotans. Minnesota State is committed to equity and inclusion, and we invest in our employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. Unlock your potential through possibility.
The City of Bemidji
Bemidji State University and Northwest Technical College lie amid the lakes and forests of northern Minnesota. Bemidji State occupies a wooded campus along the western shore of Lake Bemidji while Northwest Technical College lies just three miles east, near Bemidji's robust industrial district.?
The city sits between Minnesota's three largest American Indian tribal nations: the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, the Red Lake Nation and the White Earth Nation. When settling the Bemidji area in 1750, the Ojibwe people named the lake Bemidjigamaag, which means ""a lake with crossing waters"" as the Mississippi River flows in from the south and exits on the east. Today, a city proper with a population of around 15,000 serves as a regional economic and cultural hub for about 100,000 Minnesotans.
Located just minutes away from a thriving downtown Bemidji, both the BSU and NTC campus communities have convenient access to affordable restaurants, fine-dining experiences, cozy coffee shops, grocery stores - including a natural foods co-op - city parks, and nearly unlimited outdoor recreational opportunities. Small, locally-owned shops and art sculptures line Bemidji's downtown streets, while national chains are also found in and around the area.?The historic Paul Bunyan Playhouse has a calendar of classic shows, restaurants offer weekly live music performances, the First Friday Art Walk provides a tour of new monthly art exhibits, and annual festivals bring the community together throughout the year.?
Additionally, the North Woods setting means students, staff, and faculty have a variety of activities available at their fingertips year-round. With more than 400 lakes - and a 240-acre research forest owned by BSU - within 25 miles of the city, there is easy access to kayaking, canoeing, swimming, boating, paddle boarding, hunting, hiking, biking, foraging, fishing, and more. An expansive network of?multi-use trail systems is available for running, cross-country skiing, single-track or fat-tire biking, and skijoring. Further, downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing lie just north of Bemidji at the Buena Vista Ski Area.
Bemidji is also near two of Minnesota's 66 state parks:?Lake Bemidji State Park, which sits along Lake Bemidji's northern shore, and Itasca State Park, home to the majestic Mississippi River Headwaters. Both parks are popular recreational and camping destinations where locals and tourists gather for sailing, swimming, and fishing during the summer months, and?skating, hockey, curling, and-yes-more fishing in the winter.?
Of course, no tour of Bemidji is complete without a visit to - and a selfie with - its two most famous residents: the iconic statues of Paul Bunyan and his trusty companion, Babe the Blue Ox. The famed duo, which has greeted visitors to Bemidji since 1937, is on the National Register of Historic Places and was once ranked by Kodak as the second most-photographed statue in America.
For further information, visit our websites at: http://www.bemidjistate.edu and https://www.ntcmn.edu
Review a "special report on how this former lumber town has rebuilt itself as a high-speed, regional center of enterprise" at Bemidji 2.0
Other Resources:
Visit Bemidji - https://www.visitbemidji.com/
218 Relocate / Greater Bemidji - https://www.218relocate.com/
Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce - https://www.bemidji.org/
Explore Minnesota - https://www.exploreminnesota.com/article/top-things-to-do-bemidji
Statement of Notice
Bemidji State University and Northwest Technical College prohibit discrimination and sexual violence of any kind. Contact the Center for Civil Rights Investigation Office if you have concerns regarding discrimination and/or sexual violence. Per Minnesota State System Procedure 1B.3.1, all universities and colleges must provide contact information of their Title IX Coordinator.
Megan Zothman, Campus Human Resources Officer & Title IX Coordinator
Email: TitleIX@bemidjistate.edu or Megan.Zothman@BemidjiState.edu
Phone: (218) 755-2502
1500 Birchmont Drive NE, Deputy Hall, Room 335, Bemidji, MN 56601
Bemidji State University / Northwest Technical College are Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employers and Educators. This document is available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities. Consumers with hearing or speech disabilities may contact us via their preferred Telecommunications Relay Service.
