Coordinator IV - Data Project Coordinator (Internal Applicants Only)
Sam Houston State University
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Occupational Category Professional Department Data Analytics & Decision Support Division Division of Enrollment Open Date 09/25/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of four years of experience data management, analytics, business analysis, or a related field. Experience with data governance, project coordination, or data literacy initiatives is preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the required knowledge and abilities will be considered.
Must be a current Sam Houston State University employee in order to be considered for this position. Nature & Purpose of Position Plans and administers all activities supporting the university’s data management, governance, and literacy initiatives while also coordinating cross-functional projects that advance the Data Analytics & Decision Support department’s strategic goals. Working closely with the Chief Data Management Officer and other institutional stakeholders, and ensures that data-related efforts are effectively organized, tracked, and delivered. Primary Responsibilities Collaborates with data owners and stewards to identify data sources and document metadata. Supports the creation and maintenance of institutional data definitions and procedural documentation. Assists in the development and implementation of data governance and data literacy initiatives. Coordinates with cross-functional teams to track timelines, facilitate progress, and ensure timely project delivery. Serves as a project liaison between technical teams, functional offices, and campus stakeholders. Facilitates meetings and workshops to gather input, elicit ideas, and clarify project requirements. Tracks and reports on progress of department initiatives and provides timely updates to leadership. Contributes to storytelling and communication efforts to improve campus-wide data understanding. Supports data quality assurance through audits and validation processes. Assesses data literacy across the institution and contributes to training and support content. Acts as a liaison between technical teams and business units, helping to translate business needs into data-driven solutions and actionable insights. Documents data definitions and processes, coordinating data quality efforts, and supporting training and literacy initiatives. Organizes and tracks departmental projects, facilitates meetings, manages timelines and deliverables, and maintains communication among stakeholders to ensure alignment and accountability. Contributes to a culture of data-informed decision-making and supports the infrastructure and processes that make institutional data accurate, accessible, and impactful. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to supervise business functions. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies. Responsible for organizing and tracking departmental projects, facilitating meetings, managing timelines and deliverables, and maintaining communication among stakeholders to ensure alignment and accountability. This position contributes to a culture of data-informed decision-making by supporting the infrastructure and processes that make institutional data accurate, accessible, and impactful. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45025 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202500304S Title Coordinator IV - Data Project Coordinator (Internal Applicants Only) FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 15. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.Occupational Category Professional Department Data Analytics & Decision Support Division Division of Enrollment Open Date 09/25/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of four years of experience data management, analytics, business analysis, or a related field. Experience with data governance, project coordination, or data literacy initiatives is preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the required knowledge and abilities will be considered.
Must be a current Sam Houston State University employee in order to be considered for this position. Nature & Purpose of Position Plans and administers all activities supporting the university’s data management, governance, and literacy initiatives while also coordinating cross-functional projects that advance the Data Analytics & Decision Support department’s strategic goals. Working closely with the Chief Data Management Officer and other institutional stakeholders, and ensures that data-related efforts are effectively organized, tracked, and delivered. Primary Responsibilities Collaborates with data owners and stewards to identify data sources and document metadata. Supports the creation and maintenance of institutional data definitions and procedural documentation. Assists in the development and implementation of data governance and data literacy initiatives. Coordinates with cross-functional teams to track timelines, facilitate progress, and ensure timely project delivery. Serves as a project liaison between technical teams, functional offices, and campus stakeholders. Facilitates meetings and workshops to gather input, elicit ideas, and clarify project requirements. Tracks and reports on progress of department initiatives and provides timely updates to leadership. Contributes to storytelling and communication efforts to improve campus-wide data understanding. Supports data quality assurance through audits and validation processes. Assesses data literacy across the institution and contributes to training and support content. Acts as a liaison between technical teams and business units, helping to translate business needs into data-driven solutions and actionable insights. Documents data definitions and processes, coordinating data quality efforts, and supporting training and literacy initiatives. Organizes and tracks departmental projects, facilitates meetings, manages timelines and deliverables, and maintains communication among stakeholders to ensure alignment and accountability. Contributes to a culture of data-informed decision-making and supports the infrastructure and processes that make institutional data accurate, accessible, and impactful. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to supervise business functions. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies. Responsible for organizing and tracking departmental projects, facilitating meetings, managing timelines and deliverables, and maintaining communication among stakeholders to ensure alignment and accountability. This position contributes to a culture of data-informed decision-making by supporting the infrastructure and processes that make institutional data accurate, accessible, and impactful. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45025 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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