Reporting Services Manager / Information Technologist IV/S

Working/Functional Title Reporting Services Manager Position Summary The Reporting Services and Data Science teams are responsible for enterprise reporting and advanced analytics platforms that serve the entire University. Reporting to the Associate Director for Development Services, this position will supervise a combination of employees and contractors, including 2 Tableau Developers, 3 Data Scientists, 6 Cognos Developers, and a PowerBI Platform Administrator. This position is responsible for leading directing and coaching the Reporting Services and Data Science team while supporting the broader Enterprise Services Department; managing production operations, change management, complex projects, and assigning team resources to the same. As a member of the Enterprise Services Leadership team, contributing to strategic planning, policy development, budgeting, and technology direction and managing across the IT organization. This position will be primarily hybrid with the expectation to come onsite a minimum of 2 days per week. Michigan State University (MSU) is ranked #30 among public universities and #63 overall in U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges 2025. Located in East Lansing, three miles east of the state’s capitol, the MSU community includes more than 12,000 faculty, academic and support staff, as well as over 51,000 students. MSU offers an extensive benefits package to its employees including health care, prescription, and dental coverage, and a base retirement program with a University matching contribution, as well as basic life insurance. In addition, MSU offers educational benefits including a course fee courtesy program and educational assistance. MSU Information Technology provides the primary leadership for strategic, financial, and policy initiatives affecting information technology (IT) across MSU. MSU IT offers technology resources that support MSU’s mission of providing education, conducting research, and advancing engagement. Minimum Requirements Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program, with coursework in an information technology field related to the area of employment; and more than eight years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in an information technology area related to the duties to be performed, including experience overseeing large, complex or critical information technology projects; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Desired Qualifications Broad BI/analytics lifecycle knowledge with leadership in IT teams. Background in higher ed data and university systems. Skilled at managing production BI environments and managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines. Familiar with data warehousing, data stewardship, and tools such as Cognos, Tableau, SPSS, SAP, IBM MDM, Kuali Finance, and Power BI. Proven experience developing enterprise BI solutions, especially using IBM Cognos. Skilled in descriptive, predictive and prescriptive analytics, Strong leadership skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials Cover Letter Resume 3 Professional References Work Hours STANDARD 8-5 Website www.tech.msu.edu Remote Work Statement MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon. Bidding eligibility ends May 12, 2026 at 11:55 P.M.