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Location
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
"The Enterprise Physical Operations, Infrastructure, Capital Programs & Real Estate (EPO) department at WashU provides integrated operational, infrastructure, planning, and facility services that support the university’s mission of excellence in education, research, patient care, and community engagement.
Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism & Planning, Respect & Responsibility, Integrity & Integration, Dedication & Delivery, Excellence & Enterprise Alignment, and Accountability & Stewardship, EPO fosters a culture centered on collaboration, strategic partnership, innovation, accountability, and service excellence across the university enterprise.
EPO manages and supports 28 million gross square feet across 235+ buildings and associated infrastructure systems, encompassing academic, research, clinical, residential, administrative, and support facilities across the university’s campuses and operations. Our teams provide strategic leadership and operational expertise in facility management, infrastructure services, capital project delivery, real estate operations, planning, sustainability, engineering, maintenance, environmental services, public safety support, and enterprise operational services.
EPO creates and maintains safe, innovative, efficient, mission-driven environments that support our students, faculty, staff, patients, researchers, and community partners.
Plays a critical role in supporting organizational performance, strategic planning, operational reporting, and data-driven decision-making. Develops and maintains dashboards, analyzes operational and performance data, prepares executive-level reports and presentations, supports strategic initiatives, and coordinates reporting processes that advance departmental and institutional priorities.
The successful candidate will combine strong technical and analytical capabilities with excellent communication, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills to help improve operational effectiveness, organizational resilience, and continuous improvement efforts across Emergency Management and related public safety functions.
As a member of the Emergency Management team, this position also supports Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activities during planned events, incidents, and emergencies.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Data Analytics & Performance Reporting:
- Develops, maintains, and enhances dashboards, reporting tools, and business intelligence solutions that provide accurate, timely, and actionable information for departmental leadership and stakeholders.
- Tracks, analyzes, and reports on key performance indicators (KPIs), operational metrics, and organizational performance measures to support strategic goals and operational effectiveness.
- Produces recurring and ad hoc reports, analyses, and presentations that support decision-making, operational planning, program evaluation, and leadership requests.
- Analyzes operational, financial, and performance-related data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and forecast insights that support organizational planning and continuous improvement.
Strategic Planning & Organizational Performance:
- Coordinates the tracking, reporting, and documentation of departmental strategic plans, initiatives, milestones, and performance outcomes.
- Monitors and maintains corrective action tracking processes resulting from exercises, assessments, after-action reviews, and improvement initiatives, ensuring accountability and timely completion.
- Maintains reporting and performance tracking related to training, certifications, professional development initiatives, and organizational readiness programs.
Executive Reporting & Project Coordination:
- Leads the development and coordination of departmental annual reports and other executive-level reports by collecting, analyzing, organizing, and presenting quantitative and qualitative information.
- Creates professional reports, presentations, dashboards, data visualizations, and executive communications that effectively convey complex information to a variety of audiences.
- Provides project coordination support for departmental initiatives, including project tracking, milestone monitoring, status reporting, documentation management, and risk identification.
Systems Administration & Emergency Management Support:
- Serves as the department's subject matter expert for reporting platforms and databases, providing user support, system maintenance, process improvements, and recommendations for enhanced reporting capabilities.
- Serves as a member of the Incident Management Team and provides analytical, operational, and logistical support during Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activations, planned events, exercises, and emergency response activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
Normal office environment.
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at desk or table.
- Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.
- Ability to move to on and off-campus locations.
Equipment
- Office equipment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications /Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Relevant Experience (2 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in data Analytics, Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Systems, Project Management, Emergency Management, or a related field.
- Three (3) years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, strategic planning, project coordination, organizational performance, emergency management, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications /Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Analyze Information, Budget Management, Business Intelligence (BI), Cross Sector Collaboration, Dashboard Development, Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Executive Communications, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Financial Systems, Interpersonal Communication, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Organizational Improvement, Performance Measurement, Project Coordination, Relationship Management, Report Development, Report Presentations, Risk Management Information Systems, Spreadsheet Software, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Planning, Trend Analysis, Written Communication
Grade
G12
Salary Range
$58,400.00 - $99,700.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Reporting Analyst
Target STEM-eligible job postings
Reporting Analyst roles listed under SOC codes tied to data analytics or statistics qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm the SOC code with your employer before accepting an offer to protect your authorization timeline.
Emphasize SQL and BI tool proficiency
Employers sponsoring OPT candidates for Reporting Analyst roles consistently expect hands-on experience with SQL, Tableau, or Power BI. Leading with these skills in your resume signals you can contribute immediately, which reduces employer hesitation around sponsorship.
Apply to companies with established sponsorship history
Finance, healthcare, and enterprise software firms file H-1B petitions for Reporting Analysts regularly. Prioritizing employers with a documented sponsorship track record gives you a clearer path from OPT to long-term work authorization after your program ends.
Highlight cross-functional impact in your resume
Reporting Analysts who serve multiple business units are harder to replace, making employers more willing to sponsor. Quantify how your dashboards or reports influenced decisions across teams to demonstrate organizational value beyond your immediate department.
Address your OPT timeline proactively
Bring up your work authorization status early in the interview process, not after an offer. Explaining your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility upfront removes uncertainty and shows employers you understand the process and have planned ahead.
Build domain expertise in a high-demand industry
Reporting Analysts with deep knowledge in healthcare compliance, financial risk, or supply chain are more competitive for sponsorship. Specializing early in your OPT period gives employers a clear business reason to invest in your long-term immigration costs.
Reporting Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Reporting Analyst role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most Reporting Analyst positions qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if the role falls under a STEM-designated SOC code, such as 15-2099 (Data Scientists) or 13-2098 (Statistical Assistants and Analysts). You should confirm the SOC code with your employer's HR team before your initial OPT expires, since the employer's STEM designation on your SEVIS record depends on that classification.
How do I find Reporting Analyst jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for OPT-eligible candidates, so you can browse Reporting Analyst roles without sorting through postings that exclude international students. Employers listed there have indicated openness to sponsoring work authorization, which saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship eligibility late in the process.
Can I work as a Reporting Analyst on Day 1 OPT without prior U.S. work experience?
Yes. OPT authorizes full-time employment in your field of study from day one, so prior U.S. work experience is not a legal requirement. That said, employers for Reporting Analyst roles typically expect proficiency with tools like SQL, Excel, and at least one BI platform. Internship experience, academic projects, or freelance data work all count toward demonstrating that competency.
What happens to my Reporting Analyst job if my H-1B petition is not selected in the lottery?
If your H-1B petition is not selected, your OPT or STEM OPT period continues until it expires. Many employers will keep you on through your authorized period and refile in the next lottery cycle. Some companies also explore cap-exempt H-1B options or alternative visa categories depending on your background. Discussing contingency plans with your employer before the lottery is worth doing.
Do Reporting Analyst roles at staffing agencies count toward OPT employment?
Staffing agency placements can count toward OPT employment as long as the work is directly related to your degree field and you are working the minimum required hours. However, many staffing firms are unwilling to file H-1B petitions on your behalf, which creates a sponsorship gap after OPT ends. Direct-hire roles with end-client employers generally offer a stronger path to long-term authorization.