Lead Business Intelligence Specialist at University of California, Riverside – Riverside, California
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About This Position
Overview
Job ID 36636925
Category Information Technology
Organization Info Technology Solutions
Department Reporting and Analytics Dept
Location Remote/Hybrid
Salary $93,200 - $174,200
Date Posted November 14, 2025
Application Deadline Open Until Filled
Schedule 8AM - 5PM
Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision Direction
Personnel Program Code Management & Sr Professional
Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No
Position Information
The Lead Business Intelligence (BI) Specialist develops data visualizations and dashboards using analytics tools (primarily Google Looker) that give the campus insights into our business operations, student success, and more. The position will require the BI Specialist to have a broad and deep perspective on data needs for each unique group of end users to develop scalable analytics and provide data in a way that can inform decision-making in both the present and the future. The BI Specialist needs to be mindful of how to effectively present data to ease end user understanding of the data and allow them to quickly find insights in it. The individual will perform exploratory data analysis to identify data trends and anomalies, finding insights the users may be interested in. They will also be required to analyze data integrity issues and work with data engineers and data stewards to resolve issues and provide proactive monitoring of quality. The position consults with data stewards to gather and clarify data definitions for highly complex business intelligence solutions and analytics. The BI Specialist also ensures that all reporting and development processes and standards are adhered to during the entire data request lifecycle. This position will also serve as a technical lead on the team with deep knowledge of our tools, best practices, and semantic modeling. They will provide guidance and support to other team members as required.This position is classified as predominantly remote with occasional visits to campus as needed. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST). The full salary range for the Lead Business Intelligence Specialist is $93,200 - $174,200 annually. However, the pay scale for this position is up to $130,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, UCR is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 6 - 10 years of related experience. | Required |
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Background Check. | Required |
| Occasional travel for University-related business meetings, conferences, and developmental opportunities. | Required |
| Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours | Required |
| Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.Required Environment | Required |
| In-depth knowledge of business intelligence functions, advanced analytics, industry standards and best practices. |
| Advanced knowledge and skill in internal databases, BI applications, tools, and systems. |
| Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage highly-complex information, assess problems, and develop effective solutions. |
| Advanced organizational and project management skills. |
| Advanced written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information in a clear, concise manner. Ability to produce and deliver presentations to diverse audiences. |
| Advanced interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with managers, professional and technical staff. |
| Ability to serve as an advanced technical leader providing advice, counsel, and analysis on business intelligence issues. |
| Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. |
| Working knowledge of business intelligence technologies such as Looker, PowerBI, Cognos, SPSS, Tableau, etc. |
| Working knowledge of Financial reporting, in particular from Oracle Fusion ERP (finance, procurement). |
| Working knowledge of Oracle Fusion data model, including the Business Intelligence Cloud Connector (BICC) extracts/Business Intelligence Standard views (PVOs) |
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California 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, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview