Title: Institutional Research Analyst
Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: Office of Institutional Effectiveness
The Institutional Research Analyst supports the mission of the Office of Decision Support by providing information, analysis, and planning in support of decision-making that advances the mission of the University. This position will be responsible for a variety of institutional research activities, including institutional data analysis and data reporting.
University Benefit Highlights:
- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holidayadministrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time
Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/
$65,000 - $70,000 annual
1. Bachelor's (or higher) degree
2. One (1) year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) experience in the area of institutional research, data analysis, and/or survey research.
3. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
4. Demonstrated understanding of data analysis and research data design techniques.
5. Demonstrated experience using query tools in a variety of environments.
6. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications including data manipulation and professional writing.
7. Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication.
1. Experience with reporting systems, report writers, and/or enterprise resource systems.
2. Experience in development of report creation using tools such as Cognos, Power BI, Business Objects, or Tableau.
3. Experience in presentation of data analysis to customers.
4. Knowledge of and/or experience in higher education.
5. Experience with statistical analysis software.
6. Master's degree.
Core work hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
2. Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
3. Move about in various locations across campus to complete day-to-day work.
July 2026
Resume
Cover Letter
Reference List (include three (3) references including a current or former supervisor)
Transcripts - See Special Instructions section for additional options
Please Note These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Certification of Retirement Annuity
Please Note These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Sponsorship Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for Illinois State University in the United States. Illinois State University will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Illinois State University is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Illinois State University.
Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.
College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline in order to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below. In order to be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation, such as a DD214, must be submitted prior to the application deadline.
Transcripts and/or DD-214 paperwork may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:
Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Colette Homan
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300
The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.
Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.
Colette Homan
Human Resources
309-438-8848
cshoman@ilstu.edu
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383 The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311
