Drive Data Excellence as Operational Reporting Manager at CWI! 

Are you passionate about turning data into actionable insights and fostering a culture of data literacy? The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking an Operational Reporting Manager to lead strategic reporting initiatives, mentor analysts, and empower decision-making across the institution. 

Why Join CWI? 

At CWI, we believe data drives innovation and student success. As Operational Reporting Manager, you’ll play a critical role in aligning reporting strategies with institutional priorities, supporting Human Resources analytics, and advancing data-informed practices in a collaborative environment. 

Benefits: 

CWI offers one of the most affordable and comprehensive benefits packages in higher education, including: 

• Premium healthcare plans 

• 11%+ employer retirement contributions 

• Tuition discounts 

• Generous personal leave 

• Professional development opportunities 

Strategic Leadership & Data Literacy: 

• Align operational reporting initiatives with CWI’s mission and strategic priorities 

• Develop and deliver data literacy training for stakeholders 

• Disseminate accurate, timely, and actionable data using tools like Microsoft SQL Server and Power BI 

• Partner with leaders to promote data-informed decision-making 

Team Leadership & Technical Expertise: 

• Supervise and mentor Operational Reporting Analysts 

• Provide guidance on reporting tools, methodologies, and best practices 

• Expand institutional analytic capacity through technical leadership 

Operational Reporting & Execution: 

• Prioritize and manage reporting requests and deliverables 

• Design and optimize complex queries, data models, and automated pipelines 

• Develop enterprise datasets, dashboards, and narratives for stakeholders 

• Serve as a business translator between functional areas and technical teams 

Governance & Compliance: 

• Ensure adherence to data governance policies and FERPA compliance 

• Promote ethical data use and interpretation across the institution 

What We’re Looking For: 

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred in a quantitative field (business, math, economics, statistics, etc.) 

• 3+ years of experience with BI/reporting tools (Power BI, SQL Server, Tableau, etc.) 

• Strong analytical and technical skills with attention to detail 

• Experience in research design, data evaluation, and database management; higher education experience preferred 

• Familiarity with student information systems (Ellucian Colleague preferred) 

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills 

• Team-oriented, results-driven, and adaptable