Decision Support Project Specialist jobs in Santa Maria, CA

Decision Support Project Specialist provides technical guidance and solutions to user groups working with decision support software and data tools. Analyzes user requirements and evaluates functionality and configuration options available for existing and new software. Being a Decision Support Project Specialist delivers user training and coaching to facilitate problem solving and decision making using hardware, software, datamarts, and data warehouses. Plans, coordinates and monitors projects to prepare, test, and deploy decision support tools, reports, dashboards and models to users. Additionally, Decision Support Project Specialist troubleshoots and resolves problems. May have specialized knowledge of a particular software product tool or module that is utilized. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Decision Support Project Specialist is a specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. To be a Decision Support Project Specialist typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Semester Conversion Project Administrative Support
  • The California State University
  • San Luis Obispo, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary

    Under the general direction of the Special Advisor to the Provost and with lead direction from the Director of Semester Conversion, this position provides direct administrative support to the Director of Semester Conversion, and the semester conversion project. This position is responsible for assuring efficient and effective day-to-day administrative operations by performing a variety of duties to support the overall goals and objectives of the Semester Conversion Project.

    This position will be temporary full-time through December 31, 2026, and is eligible for full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and CalPERS retirement. It is also telecommute eligible.

     Division Summary

    The provost and executive vice president (provost and EVP) for Academic Affairs is the chief academic officer of the university, is the most senior among the vice presidents, and reports directly to the president. The provost and EVP serves as acting president in the absence of the president.  As the highest ranking academic, the provost and EVP is responsible for developing and implementing academic plans and policies, which will enable the university community to achieve the highest levels of academic excellence. The provost and EVP serves on the President’s Cabinet and works collaboratively with the leaders of other university divisions to promote academic excellence, execute the university strategic plan, and determine where resources should be strategically allocated and invested. The college deans, Academic Affairs’ division leadership, the vice president for Research, Economic Development, and Graduate Education (R-EDGE), the vice president for Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) report to the provost and EVP. The vice president for University Personnel and the associate vice provost for Academic Personnel have a dotted line report to the provost and EVP.  The provost and EVP also represents the campus within the CSU and to external constituencies as designated by the president. The Office of the Provost staff supports the vision of the provost and EVP, the university, and the Learn by Doing experience.

    Key Qualifications

    • Ability to understand problems from a broader perspective and anticipate the impact of office administration problems and solutions on other areas.
    • Demonstrated ability to effectively compile and maintain complex and extensive records, prepare reports and summaries, write and present reports in a clear and concise manner.
    • Ability to analyze operational and procedural problems and develop, recommend, and evaluate proposed solutions.
    • Experience creating and using spreadsheets to extract and analyze data in support of administrative and project assignments. Ability to perform business math, analyze budgetary data, and make accurate projections requiring some inference.
    • Demonstrated ability to provide administrative support to high level managers.
    • Demonstrated ability to provide meticulous follow-through on all assignments, paying high attention to accuracy and detail while working in a fast-paced environment with numerous interruptions, frequently changing projects, and moving deadlines. 
    • Demonstrated ability to apply independent judgment, initiative and discretion to address problems and be adaptable to changes in systems, directions and procedures. 
    • Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures independently and use judgment and discretion to act when precedents do not exist.
    • Ability to use tact and diplomacy to effectively handle a broad range of high level and sensitive interpersonal situations with diverse personalities, and to respond appropriately to conflicts and problems.
    • Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
    • Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing.
    • Thorough mastery of English grammar, spelling and punctuation, including excellent proofreading skills.
    • Demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
    • Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
    • Excellent computer skills and proficiency with a variety of computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, surveys, web pages, on-line systems, Internet as well as online calendaring and email.
    • Working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn University infrastructure, policies and procedures.

    Education and Experience

    • High school diploma or its equivalent. Type 45 wpm.  Five years of general office support or technical experience. (Training at a vocational school or full-time college education may be substituted for two years of the required experience on the basis of one year of college education for 6 months of experience).

    Salary and Benefits

    The anticipated hiring range for this role is $46,224 to $60,348 annually. Note that the offer is calculated based on the background and relevant years of experience of the individual selected.

    Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information. 

    Cal Poly

    Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly’s hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit calpoly.edu.

    Diversity Statement

    At Cal Poly, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.

    Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. Cal Poly is an equal opportunity employer. 

    Supplemental Information

    Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive.

    The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

    This position may be "Designated" under California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter.

    Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).

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Office Assistant
  • Mariposas Project
  • Atascadero, CA PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • Title: Office AssistantLocation: Atascadero, CAOpening: ImmediateJob Type: Part-Time or Full TimeJob DescriptionAGENCY DESCRIPTION: This position is available for an immediate opening at the Mariposas...
  • 3 Days Ago

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IT Support Specialist
  • The California State University
  • San Luis Obispo, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary The IT Support Technician delivers outstanding customer service and support for technology installed in university classrooms and for staff computers, printers and peripherals. Incumbents ...
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Community Support Specialist
  • OPTIONS Family of Services
  • San Luis Obispo, CA FULL_TIME
  • Do you want to make a difference in the lives of other people? Do you wish you were spending your time making others' lives better instead of making money for other people? OPTIONS Family of Services,...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Administrative / Field Support Specialist
  • Maxim Healthcare Services
  • San Luis Obispo, CA FULL_TIME
  • Maxim Healthcare Services is hiring for a Field Support Specialist to support our local office by executing operational tasks such as hiring and onboarding, payroll, and medical records management at ...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Peer Support Specialist (Full Time)
  • Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo
  • San Luis Obispo, CA FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the Homeless Services Workers Supervisor and/or the Homeless Services Center & Interim Housing Manager, the Peer Support Specialist assists the Homel...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Delivery Specialist - Hub
  • O'Reilly Auto Parts
  • Grover Beach, CA
  • Compensation Pay Range: $15.50 - $22.00 Deliver parts and/or products to O'Reilly stores and DC in a safe and efficient ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Client Service Specialist - Small Commercial (Xpress)
  • RELATION INSURANCE INC
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • Job Type Full-time Description WHO WE ARE Relation Insurance is a leading, innovative company with a strong commitment t...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - First Assist - $4,116 per week
  • TRS Healthcare
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • OneStaff Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN First Assist for a travel nursing job in Santa Maria, California. Job Desc...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,574 per week
  • Stability Healthcare
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • OneStaff Medical is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Santa Maria, California. Job Descri...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Physical Therapist - $1,649 per week
  • Stability Healthcare
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • OneStaff Medical is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Santa Maria, California. Job Description & R...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) - DIRECT HIRE (12 MONTH REGISTER) AMENDED
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • Duties WHAT ARE THE APPEALS (AP), LARGE BUSINESS AND INTERNATIONAL (LB&I), SMALL BUSINESS SELF-EMPLOYED (SB/SE) AND TAX ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Health Physicist
  • Department of Defense
  • Lompoc, CA
  • Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. This position will su...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $2,855 per week
  • Stability Healthcare
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • OneStaff Medical is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in Santa Maria, California. Job Desc...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Santa Maria is a city near the Southern California coast in Santa Barbara County. It is approximately 65 miles (105 km) northwest of Santa Barbara and 150 miles (240 km) northwest of downtown Los Angeles. Its estimated 2018 population was 108,470, making it the most populous city in the county and the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA Metro Area. The city is notable for its wine industry and Santa Maria-style barbecue. Sunset magazine called Santa Maria "The West's Best BBQ Town". Santa Maria is located at 34°57′5″N 120°26′0″W / 34.95139°N 120.43333°W / 34.95139; -120.43333 (34.951377, -120.433...
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Income Estimation for Decision Support Project Specialist jobs
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