Job No. 160007
- Job Title:
- Institutional Research Analyst, Institutional Planning and Analysis
- Employer:
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California State University-San Marcos
- Location:
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San Marcos , CA
- Posting Date:
- 06-Nov-2026
- Description:
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Job Overview
Under general supervision of the Institutional Research & Reporting Lead and reporting to the Senior Director, the Institutional Research Analyst will collect, validate, analyze, and interpret data to support student success and institutional decision-making, planning, and reporting. The incumbent’s primary responsibility will be to support timely submission of required reports to the CSU Chancellor’s Office (CO), state and federal governments, accrediting and regulatory agencies, college ranking sites, and other internal and external entities. Other responsibilities include querying large-scale institutional databases; performing research and statistical analysis; developing and maintaining data dashboards; creating tabular, graphical, and narrative reports; providing administrative and technical support for select departmental projects; and effectively collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders in carrying out these responsibilities. The Institutional Research Analyst is expected to develop and maintain broad knowledge of institutional data, university policy, and operations to contribute to a wide variety of cyclical and ad hoc institutional research activities.
Position Summary
Institutional Research Analyst (Institutional Research Analyst II)
This is a full-time, exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.
For a complete list of responsibilities and required qualifications, please review the position description linked at the top of the page.
Pay, Benefits, and Work Schedule
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,274 - $6,180 per month (steps 1-9)
CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,274 - $7,684 per month
Salary is commensurate with the background and experience of the individual selected.
This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year; 14 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.
A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by visiting our Benefits Portal. The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of the benefits package.
- Contact information:
- California State University-San Marcos
- San Marcos, CA 92096
- United States
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