Lead Data Specialist - Military veterans preferred

Lead Data Specialist

The Lead Data Specialist will serve as a subject matter expert for faculty employee transactions, providing specialized knowledge and support for higher-level complex faculty actions.

Job Summary

Manages and reviews all faculty action requests. Reviews and interprets University bylaws, policies, and guidelines and provides operational support to employees. Advises on procedures and action approvals. Facilitates high-visibility development initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Leads the management and review of faculty employee data, approval processing, and reporting for all university employment-related actions, including appointments/reappointments, transfers, new hires, promotions, leaves of absence/sabbaticals, salary changes, position changes, and terminations.
• Assists with audits and ensures compliance with HR policies and procedures, ensuring actions are processed with accuracy and efficiency. Works closely with the HCM Solutions Data Team Manager to document procedures and enhance system processes related to faculty actions.
• Researches and resolves complex system processing issues, offering recommendations for improvements to systems and processes that enhance the customer experience.
• Responds to inquiries, resolves issues, and maintains relationships with clients from across the institution.
• Analyzes data and systems, prepares reports, and facilitates presentations for educational initiatives. This position requires a blend of operational expertise and a strong understanding of HR policies and procedures.

Physical Effort

Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Faculty Affairs Manager

Job Family: Human Resources

Job Sub Family: Faculty Records

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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