Data Warehouse Architect

DATA WAREHOUSE ARCHITECT
Information Technology Services

Bowling Green State University

Position Summary
The Data Warehouse Architect performs administrative activities for all central data warehouses used to provide management with decision support information. Meets with users to provide solutions for data resource needs. Uses database, data warehouse and web based reporting tools to support campus access to centralized data warehouses. This requires the ability to do the following: analysis, writing of specifications, coding, testing, reporting, training and all other aspects of application support.

Essential Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities
• Act as System Administrator for the information repository. This includes:
o Determines user needs for decision support and management information
o Designs, constructs and modifies metadata repositories, data warehouses and data marts to produce analytical decision support information
o Documents data warehouses and metadata repositories
o Design multi-dimensional schemas (star and snowflake) that meet university strategic reporting requirements
o Work with business analysts, research analysts, and project managers to develop and refine reporting and analytics requirements
o Approve reports for migration through workflow to the production environment

• Conducts continual testing to ensure the accuracy and quality of data extracted from transactional databases and stored in data warehouses. Works with Data Governance and technical teams to ensure data quality

• Provides technical support and consultation to report developers. Directs ETL programmers and analysts in addition to developing training materials and seminars. Provides support documentation to the Help Desk

• Works with Database Administrators to manage database strategy and performance

• Investigates tools and technologies related to supporting Business Intelligence systems. Participates in webinars, presentations, and self-study to broaden knowledge base and stay current in the field.

• Perform other duties as needed which apply to the related technical skill set

This list of essential duties, tasks and responsibilities is not all-inclusive; individual will perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills or Abilities
• Knowledge of data warehouse ETL tools
• Knowledge of SQL coding for relational databases
• Knowledge of Business Intelligence tools
• Ability to transform transactional data into executive informations

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required preferably in Computer Science, Data Mining, Management Information Systems or related field.

Plus the following required experience:
• 3 years of experience in applications development, database design, and SQL programing.
• Experience with Business Intelligence and ETL tools required.
• Strong problem solving, Communication and technical writing skills required.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with PeopleSoft administrative systems and EPM software, IBM InfoSphere DataStage and Oracle OBIEE preferred.

Pre-Employment Background Check
Final candidate(s) are required to authorize and pass a background investigation prior to an offer of employment. Offers of employment are conditional until a background investigation has been successfully completed and all other pre-employment requirements are satisfied. The University reserves the right to determine and confirm suitability for employment and to end any employment already begun if the background check reveals disqualifying information.

Salary
Full-time administrative staff position. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Full benefits package available.

To Apply
Submit cover letter w/email address, resume, and contact information of 3 professional references (in one document as one attachment if possible) by email to ohr@bgsu.edu or regular mail to:

Office of Human Resources (Search L-62639)
1851 N. Research Drive
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH 43403

Deadline to apply: September 6, 2013

(Official transcript(s) will be required of final candidates.)

Bowling Green State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

BGSU hires only individuals authorized to work in the United States.

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Bowling Green State University provides experiences that enhance lives. Students are prepared for lifelong career growth, lives of engaged citizenship and leadership in a global society. U.S. News and World Report names BGSU as one of the top 100 public universities nationwide with a strong commitment to first-year programs that lead to success. Within our transformative learning community, we build a welcoming, safe and diverse environment where the creative ideas and achievements of all can benefit others throughout Ohio, the nation and the world.

Direct Employer

1851 N. Research Drive
Bowling Green, OH 43403

Attn: Human Resources – Bowling Green State University
1851 N. Research Drive
Bowling Green, OH 43403

Fax to 419-372-2920 Attn : Human Resources – Bowling Green State University

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