Western Governors University

Learning Development Operations Analyst

Western Governors University$68K — $102K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field like data analytics or project management.
  • Two years of experience in data extraction, reporting, or project management.
  • Solid analytical skills to navigate ambiguous data requirements.
  • Proficiency in data reporting tools such as CODA or SmartSheet.
  • Familiarity with project management concepts and tools.
  • Effective communication skills to convey findings to non-technical audiences.
  • Attention to detail for data accuracy and integrity.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with leaders to define data needs and reporting tasks.
  • Identify data sources across various systems for extraction.
  • Collaborate with team members to access and resolve data issues.
  • Design reports and dashboards for diverse audiences.
  • Maintain and update reports based on evolving business requirements.
  • Document data definitions and extraction methods for clarity.
  • Perform quality assurance checks on data before delivery.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, telehealth, and mental healthcare coverage.
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
  • Flexible paid time off and sick time.
  • 11 paid holidays and parental leave up to 12 weeks.
  • Discounted tuition for WGU programs.
Full Job Description

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Grade: Professional 307

Pay Range: $68,300.00 - $102,500.00

Job Description

Supports data-driven decision making within the Program Development organization by identifying, curating, and communicating data from Program Development systems to meet the reporting requirements of leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. Translates data requirements into actionable reports, dashboards, and data solutions that make project health, output quality, and operational performance visible and accessible. Partners with internal teams and system owners to locate, validate, and integrate data from multiple sources, ensuring the information used to guide program development decisions is accurate, timely, and well-documented.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Partners with leadership, project managers, and department decision-makers to understand data needs andtranslatesthose needs into specific data capture and reporting tasks.
  • Identifiesrelevant data sources across Program Development systems (e.g., project management tools, workflow tools, enterprise systems) anddeterminesthe most effective methods for extracting and compiling that data.
  • Works with team members and integration developersto access required data, resolve data discrepancies, andestablishrepeatable data feeds where possible.
  • Designs and builds reports, dashboards, and data visualizations that clearly communicate project status, operational metrics, and program development outcomes to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Maintains and updates existing reports and dashboards to reflect evolving business needs, ensuring data accuracy and consistency over time.
  • Documents data definitions, sources, extraction methods, and report logic to support transparency and institutional knowledge.
  • Performs quality assurance checks on data outputs to ensure completeness and accuracy before delivery to stakeholders.
  • Supports ad-hoc data requests by gathering, compiling, and formatting information within established timelines.
  • Assistsin the reporting ofobjectivesand key results (OKRs) and operational metrics as directed by leadership.
  • Contributes to process improvement efforts byidentifyingopportunities to automate data collection, streamline reporting workflows, and reduce manual effort.
  • Maintains organized records of all data products, report versions, and related documentation.
  • Participates in and contributes to regular team and department meetings. Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

This job description includes a general representation of job requirements rather than a comprehensive inventory of all required responsibilities or work activities. The contents of this document or related job requirements may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

This is a full-timerole that is on-site in Salt Lake City, Monday through Friday,during regular business hours.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work through ambiguous data requirements.
  • AI-fluency and strong aptitude for learningnew technology.
  • Strong skills in data extraction, compilation, and validation from structured and semi-structured sources.
  • Proficiencyin building reports and dashboards using tools such as CODA,SmartSheet, ServiceNow, or similar platforms.
  • Working knowledge or willingness to develop querying skills within the first year.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain data findings to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent data requests and prioritize work based on leadership direction. Strong organization and documentation skills.
  • Ability to build productive working relationships with colleagues across departments tofacilitatedata access and collaboration.
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced,onsiteenvironment with shifting priorities.
  • Familiarity with project management concepts and tools.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field of study (data analytics, information systems, business, education, project management, or similar).

Experience

  • Two (2) years of related work experience, which includes experience with data extraction, reporting, analytics, product management, and/or project management.
  • Experience working with multiple data systems or platforms to compile information for reporting purposes.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in higher education or program/curriculumdevelopment environments.
  • Proficiencyin SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or similar data tools.
  • Experience with project management tools, such as Smartsheet and Service Now.
  • Familiarity with learning management systems or student information systems.
  • Scrum Master certification
  • Six Sigma Green Belt certification

Travel

This position requires occasional travel of up to 20%, including required attendance at designated company summits (typically one to two per year). Additional travel may include conferences, visits to company locations, and other business-related events as needed. Additional travel may be assigned as needed to support business requirements

Position & Application Details

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. Its not all-inclusive.

About Western Governors University

Western Governors University (WGU) is a private, nonprofit online university based in Salt Lake City, Utah. The university was founded by 19 U.S. governors in 1997 with a mission to expand access to higher education. WGU offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in business, information technology, education, and healthcare. The university is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and has been recognized by the White House as an example of excellence in education innovation. WGU has a competency-based learning model, which allows students to progress through their coursework at their own pace based on their mastery of the material.
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