At The New School, we redefine the boundaries of education, creativity, and innovation. Founded in 1919 and located in the heart of New York City, we are home to over 9,000 students from over 100 countries, offering more than 135 degree and diploma programs across our renowned colleges, including Parsons School of Design, The New School for Social Research, Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts, Parsons Paris, and the College of Performing Arts. Our progressive, interdisciplinary approach has earned us recognition as one of the most forward-thinking institutions in the world.

POSITION/ROLE OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Advancement Services, the Advancement Data Analyst is a member of the Advancement Information Systems Administration unit within the Advancement Operations team and is responsible for the creation, analysis, and continuous enhancement of reporting, including proactive insights that support Development and Alumni Engagement fundraising efforts. This role leverages Salesforce as the primary CRM and system of record, with all other integrated and related systems supporting and aligning to it, to deliver actionable data, inform strategy, and support decision-making across the division.

 

CORE CAPABILITIES, PRIMARY DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of reporting and dashboards using SQL Server and Tableau, ensuring alignment with Salesforce as the system of record and overall advancement data architecture.

• Develop, manage, and execute reporting solutions that adhere to established data governance standards, ensuring consistency with how data is structured, captured, and maintained within Salesforce and integrated systems.

• Write and optimize complex SQL queries to extract, transform, and model data from enterprise data sources, ensuring accuracy, performance, and alignment with defined business logic.

• Translate advancement business needs into scalable reporting solutions that support fundraising strategy, including moves management, pipeline development, and engagement tracking.

• Produce proactive, forward-looking analyses that identify trends in donor behavior, engagement, and revenue, and deliver actionable insights to inform Development and Alumni Engagement strategy, including opportunities to enhance engagement, optimize portfolios, and drive revenue growth.

• Ensure all reporting outputs reflect standardized definitions (e.g., prospect stages, relationship management, gift crediting) as governed by Salesforce data architecture and advancement operations policies.

• Develop and maintain Tableau dashboards that provide clear, accessible, and actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Create and maintain technical documentation, including data definitions, reporting logic, data flows, and dependencies across Salesforce and integrated platforms.

• Partner with other team members within Advancement Operations, IT, and external partners/consultants to ensure reporting solutions align with enterprise systems, integrations, and long-term data strategy.

• Collaborate closely with the Advancement Salesforce Administrator(s) to ensure all reporting aligns with system design, data architecture, and established business rules, incorporating guidance to maintain consistency and integrity across all outputs.

• Transition reporting into Salesforce environments to increase accessibility, usability, and adoption of data and insights directly within the CRM platform.

• Adhere to Salesforce-driven data governance standards, ensuring reporting logic reflects how data is captured, structured, and maintained within the CRM and its integrated systems.

• Allocate dedicated time to validate, reconcile, and review reports for accuracy, completeness, and consistency, ensuring all outputs meet defined data quality standards before distribution.

• Provide guidance and training to stakeholders on reporting tools, data interpretation, and best practices, reinforcing proper use of Salesforce data and reporting outputs.

• Lead reporting projects from concept through delivery, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment.

• Collaborate across technical and non-technical teams to ensure reporting solutions meet organizational needs while maintaining architectural integrity.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of reporting processes, automation, and scalability to enhance efficiency and reliability.

• Participate in project team meetings and communicate effectively with peers, architects, business analysts, project managers, and business stakeholders.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelorâ™s degree in business administration or closely related field.

• 5+ years of work experience in the data management field with full understanding and practice of the reporting analytics from design to implementation. Experience at a higher education, not-for-profit, multicultural and/or global organization is a plus.

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in development and administration of Tableau, Python, SQL, SOQL & JavaScript is desirable.

• Ability to gather and document technical requirements and use them to develop analytics.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal, customer service and problem-solving skills. Ability to articulate and translate technical concepts to a non-technical audience.

• Must show initiative, self-motivation, desire to innovate, and attention to detail and quality.

WORK MODE

This position is primarily in-person and is based on campus to support effective in-person collaboration and engagement.

Hybrid work arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending on the nature of the role and operational needs. Any such arrangement must be discussed and approved in advance by the appropriate division lead or their designee. #LI-ONSITE

SALARY RANGE

$80,000 - $90,000 per annum

WHY JOIN US?

This is an extraordinary opportunity to work closely with a visionary leader and contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking institution thatâ™s reshaping the future of higher education. Youâ™ll be at the nexus of strategy, operations, and innovation in a role that grows with your impact.

BENEFITS AT THE NEW SCHOOL

The New School is committed to supporting the well-being and success of our faculty and staff. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their eligible dependents. Highlights include:

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Wellness 

• Retirement plan administered by TIAA

• Qualified Transportation Expense Plan

Work-Life Balance

• Paid vacation and sick leave, with accruals starting on your first day

• Paid holidays and floating holidays

• Workmode & Telework Policy (if applicable)

Professional Growth

• Career advancement and professional development opportunities

• Access to university programs, lectures, and events featuring world-renowned speakers and organizations

• Tuition waiver benefit for eligible employees and dependents

Additional Perks

• Employee discounts with local vendors and service providers

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

About The New School

The New School, a leading university in downtown New York City, offers degree and nondegree academic programs in design, the social sciences, the liberal arts, management, the arts, and media. Students benefit from small classes, superior resources, and renowned faculty members who practice what they teach. Continuing education courses and public programs place the university at the center of New York’s cultural and intellectual life.

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