Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. CT on the day before the listed closing date.

Weekly Work Hours

40

Compensation Range

Staff Range N09

Salary Minimum

$100,636.00 Annually

FLSA

United States of America (Exempt)

Work Location

• All positions are considered on-site roles.
• After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy.
• Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law.

Position Type

Staff

Position / Job Summary

Serves as the Office of Finance's lead analytical resources overseeing the Data & Artificial Intelligence Analytics Department. Responsible for team leadership and development, advanced financial modeling, forecasting, strategic budget analysis, and AI-enabled process improvement. The position leads complex analytical initiatives that support institutional planning while mentoring analysts and evaluating innovative technologies that improve Finance operations.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop advanced forecasting models supporting annual and multi-year budget planning.
• Analyze revenues, expenditures, staffing, enrollment, tuition, and other financial drivers.

• Perform scenario analysis, financial modeling, and sensitivity analyses to support executive decision-making.

• Evaluate financial impacts of legislative changes, economic trends, and institutional initiatives.

• Conduct complex financial and operational analyses.

• Design dashboards, executive reports, and key performance metrics.

• Translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations for Finance leadership.

• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities that influence financial performance.

• Research, evaluate, and pilot AI capabilities that improve financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and business processes.

• Identify opportunities to automate recurring analyses and operational workflows.

• Assist in developing standards for responsible AI implementation and governance.

• Stay informed on emerging AI technologies and recommend practical applications.

• Mentor analysts and review analytical work for quality and consistency.

• Develop analytical standards, documentation, and best practices.

• Lead cross-functional analytical projects supporting Finance priorities.

• Required Dallas College Professional Development Hours per Academic Year.
•  All employees are required to complete a minimum of 19 hours.
• People leaders are required an additional 16 hours of leadership development.

• Perform other duties not listed as assigned.

The following duties are required for People Leader roles specifically:

• Exercises full discretion and decision-making authority in the recruitment, selection, hiring, mentoring,  coaching, development & termination of staff, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, budgetary constraints, and workforce planning strategies.
• Drive high performance by administering the performance management process timely, setting clear expectations, conducting performance evaluations, and implementing initiatives that enhance employee engagement, motivation, and retention.

 

 

Minimum and Preferred – Education, Experience, and/or Certifications

 

Required Qualifications for Role (necessary or mandatory)

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Public Administration, or related field. Official transcripts are required.

• Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in business analysis and data modeling.

• Experience developing financial forecasts, long-range financial plans, and executive-level reporting.

• Experience implementing business intelligence tools, analytics platforms, or AI-enabled business solutions.

• Demonstrated supervisory experience or completed training.

• Must possess a current and valid Texas driver’s license.

• Experience developing and implementing [programs, services, and/or courses] that are designed to meet the needs of the increasingly diverse college community.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure of Dallas College.

Other Preferred Qualifications for Role (not mandatory, but advantageous)

• Power BI or Tableau or other modeling tools
• Excel (advanced)
• SQL (advanced query)
• ERP systems (Workday preferred)
• Microsoft Copilot
• Predictive analytics tools
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities                                                     

 

Required Qualifications for Role (necessary or mandatory)

• Understanding of governmental or higher education budgeting and finance principles.

• Advanced experience in financial forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning.

• Experience participating in budget development and resource allocation methodologies.

• Intermediate knowledge of business intelligence and performance measurement.

• Continuous learning of AI technologies, governance, ethics, and responsible use data governance and reporting best practices.

Work Condition Environment / Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

 

About Us

 

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas.  We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

 

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. 

 

Applications Deadline

October 26, 2026