Research Analyst

Working Title Research Analyst Role Title Policy and Planning Specialist I Role Code 19131 FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 4 Position Number 29300251 Agency Virginia Peninsula Community College Division Virginia Peninsula Community College (Div) Work Location Hampton - 650 Hiring Range $55,000-$65,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category B-Professional Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Yes Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule

0800-1700

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Virginia Peninsula Community College changes lives and transforms our community through diverse, inclusive, and equitable education and workforce training, excellent support and services, and innovative partnerships.

Requirements

The Research Analyst position is instrumental in ensuring that VPCC has the timely, accurate, and actionable data and insights it needs to enhance decision-making and planning, satisfy externally mandated, grant, and accreditation reporting requirements, and support institutional effectiveness and equitable student outcomes. Duties include:

• Supporting the research and analysis needs of the College, to include external research requests, meeting with data requestors, querying data from various College information systems, analyzing data, and presenting results to requestors or other College stakeholders.
• Dataset creation and data visualization.
• External mandated reporting and grant reporting.
• Performs other duties as assigned, to include serving on college committees.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Knowledge

• General knowledge in data analytics and the use of data to answer questions and solve problems.
• General knowledge in the application of quantitative research methods and both descriptive and inferential statistics.

Skills

• Proficient in one or more statistical programming languages (i.e. R, SPSS, SAS).
• Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong data visualization skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Abilities

• Strong analytical and organizational abilities.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems effectively.
• Attention to detail with a focus on thoroughness and quality.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple projects and complete complex and detailed projects within established timeframes.
• Ability to effectively communicate data findings via written reports, summaries, and presentations to individuals and groups.

Required

• Experience in data analytics and interpreting data.
• Experience programming in SQL or other related language (i.e., R, SPSS, SAS, Python).

Additional Considerations

Additional Considerations

• Experience working with relational databases.
• Experience working in a higher education setting.
• Experience in data extraction and analysis within a community college setting.
• Experience with PowerBI or other dashboards.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees Yes Required Travel

minimal

Posting Number CLS_4226P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 12/22/2025 Job Close Date 01/31/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website vpcc.edu Contact Name Human Resources Email [email protected] Phone Number 7578252728 Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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