Data Specialist at McDaniel College

Amanda Blankenship

McDaniel College is a four-year, independent college of the liberal arts and sciences offering over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. One of the original “Colleges That Change Lives,” McDaniel emphasizes experiential learning and student-faculty collaboration to develop the unique potential in every student. Represented by the Green Terror, over 20 athletic teams compete in the NCAA Division III Centennial Conference. A student-centered community of 1,600 undergraduates and 1,400 graduate students offers access to both Baltimore and Washington, D.C., plus a European campus in Budapest, Hungary.

McDaniel College invites applications for a Data Specialist. At McDaniel College, we value our employees by offering our full-time employees tuition remission, 403(b) retirement accounts, paid time off, medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and paid parental leave. Visit the college guidebook for more details.

This position has a budgeted rate of $20.00 - $21.00/hour. The position is classified as a C3. The C3 salary band for all positions at the college within this classification has a minimum rate of $16.75/hour and a maximum rate of $24.12/hour. This is a full-time, 35-hour per week position.

Reporting to the Data Intelligence & Technology Manager, the Data Specialist is responsible for maintaining, enhancing, and strategically leveraging the college’s constituent database to support effective communication, fundraising, and institutional analysis. While the primary focus of this role is on ensuring data accuracy and consistency through regular updates and advanced data management techniques, the Data Specialist also contributes to reporting and insights by generating lists and scheduled reports, supporting the development of interactive dashboards using Power BI and other software, and assisting with workflow automation through Power Automate and other tools.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Data management and maintenance
• Reporting and insights support
• Student worker management
• Data research and communication
• Policy and procedure maintenance
• Professional development and training

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or high school diploma with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience managing multiple database applications.
• Demonstrated experience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT is essential.
• Proficiency in relational database systems and Microsoft Office 365, with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with software platforms such as GiveCampus, Almabase, LiveAlumni, LexisNexis, ThankView, Ellucian Colleague, and Informer 5 is preferred, along with familiarity with reporting and dashboard tools like Power BI and workflow automation platforms such as Power Automate.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Discretion in handling highly confidential information.
• Experience hiring, training, and supervising student workers, including managing schedules and task assignments.
• Creative problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to improving processes and implementing new procedures.

To apply

For a complete job description including a full list of responsibilities and qualifications and to apply, please visit the college’s employment webpage. Completed applications must include a cover letter addressing position qualifications and related experience, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will be open until filled.

McDaniel College is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the student body. McDaniel College, in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate in the recruitment, admission, and employment of students, faculty, and staff in the operation of any of its educational programs and activities. McDaniel College will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on basis of any protected status including protective hairstyle, race, religion, color, ancestry or national origin, disability, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military status, genetic information, marital status, veteran’s status, or any other actual or perceived legally protected characteristics.