• Operational Reporting Manager

    College of Western Idaho (Nampa, ID)


    Operational Reporting Manager Nampa - Staff

     

    Opened: Nov 12 2025 MST

     

    Anticipated Close Date: Dec 03 2025 MST

    Reports To:

    Executive Director, Institutional Effectiveness

    Position Status:

    FT - Full-Time

    Posted Pay Range:

    $85,719 - $107,149

     

    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 anOperational Reporting Managerto 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

    Additional Instructions For Applicants:

    Most positions at CWI are in-person and based on campus. While some roles may allow up to two remote workdays per week, eligibility for remote work is determined on a case-by-case basis at the hiring manager's discretion. All candidates must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.