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Closing Date:

08/09/2025
Type of Position:IT Applications


Workstudy Position:

No
Job Type:Regular

Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)


Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:BASIS Support


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Summary of Job Duties:The Data Product Manager is a part of the Enterprise Applications and Data Services (EADS) team within the University Information Technology Services (UITS) department and reports to the Data Manager. The Data Product Manager will develop and manage data products within the Enterprise Data Hub. This role coordinates the people, processes, and technology needed to ensure that high-quality, trusted, and usable data products are delivered to stakeholders across campus.

The Data Product Manager works collaboratively with data analysts, engineers, governance teams, and university departments to define, prioritize, and deliver data solutions that support data-driven decision-making and advance the University's mission.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Analytics, Data Science, or a related field

Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.

  • At least 3 years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or data product/project management

  • Proven ability to translate business needs into actionable data products and solutions

  • Demonstrated experience working cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams

  • Understanding of cloud data engineering, data integration, and data visualization concepts, and familiarity with related tools and platforms (e.g., data pipelines, data lakes, ETL/ELT, and reporting tools such as Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Tableau, or similar)

  • Knowledge of DAMA-DMBOK principles covering data governance- stewardship, data quality, and data security

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in a higher education environment

  • Experience managing enterprise-scale data platforms or data products

  • Experience working with Microsoft Azure platform

  • Knowledge of data modeling, metadata management, and cloud data architecture

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a user-centered mindset

  • Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

  • Ability to distill complex data concepts into clear requirements and user stories

  • Proficiency in data storytelling and communicating insights to stakeholders

  • Commitment to fostering a collaborative and data-informed culture


Additional Information:


Salary Information:

$68,000


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status


Recruitment Contact Information:

Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, ce031@uark.edu


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.


Constant Physical Activity:N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:N/A
Benefits Eligible:Yes
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