director of analytics

director

STETSON UNIVERSITY

The work is demanding at times and knows virtually no limits.  Whatever the situation requires Public Safety officers must be willing to accommodate from plunging toilets to managing mentally unwell and often suicidal students to complex traffic accidents and student injuries.  Most work is done outdoors in extreme heat and cold and many hours in golf carts take a huge toll on your back and neck. Prepare for many miles of walking and dozens of flights of stairs each night followed by complex student and parent interactions followed by technically demanding report writing requirements. Transporting students via golf cart around campus is non-stop until 2-3 am.  Dealing with sick and intoxicated students is a common occurrence. Hours are 6pm to 6am and only 30 minutes are allotted for a working meal breaks along with a single 15 minute personal break per shift. Plan on working for more than a year before day shifts may become available - and even still, occasional returns to night shift work are frequent and required to meet minimum staffing requirements. Overtime is mandatory and there is quite a bit of it.  You will earn roughly 10 days off per year between sick and vacation however more than 15 additional shifts per year will be mandatory to cover campus sporting and social events resulting in a net positive with respect to time off.  Pay is low and non-competitive (around 11.00 per hour) and there is zero opportunity for career advancement within the department. Expect pay checks around 600 every two weeks after deductions.  In summary, not a job for the faint of heart... Ideal candidate loves to work, loves to serve, has a great personal composition but does not need substantial financial compensation.  If you or your child does not benefit from the tuition waiver, chances are this is not the right job for you.  Great people, working hard every day... but at times one of the toughest jobs there is. Approach the position knowing exactly what it is and you'll do great, enjoy the work, and enjoy the people.  This is not an environment that is subject to change though...

The sound recording studio at Stetson University is not only an involving and enjoyable position for a music student, but it is also an amazing experience as well as a good teacher for the outside world. The knowledge I have gained from working here has made me confident about being able to handle my own recording equipment in modern times, making me feel more secure about taking control of my career as a music performer. However, it is a work study job, so compensation is not as high, but it is definitely easy to manage. You can always find a time slot that will accommodate you.

     The hardest part about the job however, would have to be by the end, where there are 8 back to back concerts a day, meaning your shifts are not only a lot longer, but a lot harder as well. You have to learn how to produce the same quality of work in a smaller time period. This helps the employee become better at managing time however.

    The best part about the job is all the concerts you get to go too. While some are dull, most are amazing and a wonderful experience to a learning musician. It is what every classical musician wants, to be around high quality music and getting to see elite musicians perform at their best. It is the best music teacher.

I like the environment and atmosphere of Stetson Universirty, but when I applied to the job , I was very specific about work life balance and why I chose to work in this department. I was told I would be able to have an easy, productive, job, that encouraged taking time off. I would have two days on two days off and three day weekends every other week. Well, that never happened, before you know it , I was working all different crazy hours, 12 hour long nights in the rain. In addition to dealing with kids that are drunk, or not responding , almost deceased.I was never trained on how to deal with that or anyone who wanted to kill themself. Then when I finally get to my three day weekend, out of nowhere, I’m told I have to work every football game or sports outing. There is obviously no rotation like they said if I have to do it every single weekend. So basically working 90 plus hours every two weeks. The job description I was told was completely fabricated . It’s a good job if you are retired and bored or if you have kids going to school here, but they will work you like a dog over night and they are very insensitive to your health needs. 

I help with escort perspective students from classes and have lunch with them to answer any questions and help show them what it is like to be a Stetson student. I have hosted overnights, where perspective students stay in my room and they experience college life. I work at events like Open Houses and Hatter Saturday where perspective students get an overview of the school, visit classes, and meet faculty and staff, as well as other Ambassadors. I have learned how to better manage my time and my passion for Stetson University has really grown. Being a member of Student Ambassadors has also increased my professional development by teaching me how to deal with employees of the university and apply for jobs and positions. The management and my co-workers are amazing because everyone is extremely supportive and all working for the same common goal: helping prospective students find their home at Stetson. The hardest part of the job is invasion of your privacy during overnights, and the best part is when a prospective student tells you that they have chosen to come to Stetson because of the impact you had on them.

Stetson University is a great place to work! The faculty, staff, and students are friendly. Everyone is supportive, kind and helpful. They offer many employee benefits, including free tuition for employees and their dependents. They also provide several paid holidays, paid vacation, and sick time—flexible schedules for some positions. The campus is beautiful and well-maintained. They value the opinions of their staff and often seek feedback and act on the suggestions received. Every position at Stetson is an opportunity to learn and grow as a person. Working at Stetson was an amazing experience where I learned a great deal and worked with the most amazing group of people.  Anyone considering Stetson should checkout their incredible website that is consistently updated and upgraded to showcase all that Stetson University has to offer. The Human Resource office list available positions including full position descriptions and opportunity to apply online. If one has issues with the online application there is always a friendly staff member available to offer assistance.

My graduate assistant position at Stetson University has been an incredibly valuable experience that strengthened my skills in event planning, student leadership, communication, and campus engagement. In this role, I have supported large-scale campus traditions, assisted with orientation programming, and served as a graduate advisor to Hatter Productions. I have enjoyed mentoring student leaders, helping them plan creative events, manage budgets, work with vendors, and execute programs that bring students together. This position has allowed me to take on meaningful responsibilities while also learning how to balance organization, professionalism, and flexibility in a fast-paced environment. One of the most rewarding parts of the job has been seeing students become more involved and excited about campus life. Overall, this role has helped me grow as a leader and professional while giving me hands-on experience that connects directly to my future career goals in events, operations, and management.

Stetson is a beautiful campus. Most students are bright and scholarly; they want to learn. Some colleagues are great; helpful and welcoming. However, a lot of employees are job searching to leave the University.  

I found Stetson to be a good environment for (mostly White) people who want to talk about inclusion and empathy, but when the time comes for action, they fall short. Some people really did seem inclusive and empathetic, which you could in their practice, as well as their words. Unfortunately, I encountered too many colleagues who seemed to truly believe that they are the best coworker/supervisor/person, when I wouldn't even send a collegue to them for help. 

It also seemed like the people who love it there, LOVE it there and do not plan for that to change. It's like a good ol' boys club and everyone who appreciates that type of environment. Great if that's what you want, but not for me. 

This university does not care about the people who support the athletic department.  They look for you to leave after two years.  I have heard numerous people call it a stepping stone position job.  Which is absurd.  With the right leadership this could be an outstanding place to work.  However without raises and people who care, it is just the opposite.  Only certain areas of the department receive raises.  Not even necessarily the important parts.  Numerous areas are over worked.  The AD surrounds himself with people who are clueless about successful college athletics.  This can be sen by the way they keep unsuccessful coaches on staff for numerous years.  Hopefully when the new president arrives they care about athletics and do a good overhaul of the athletic department.

While Stetson works really hard to make it inclusive and diverse for students, many staff members are consistently treated poorly, with either poor compensation for their role (and the evergrowing need to add things to their duties) or poor upper management within their department. NOT ALL DEPARTMENTS ARE LIKE THIS, but the ones that do fall into this category often spend the most time boasting of how Stetson fosters a culture of kindness and how they do value you/your opinions. There's plenty of great staff and faculty here, but sometimes the cons severely outweigh the pros. Pay isn't great, most staff are drastically underpaid for the work they do. But it is worth it if you work here while your kid goes to school practically free or if you yourself are getting a degree. 

A typical day at work includes various operational tasks including but not limited to releasing student decisions every morning, importing data set files throughout the day, data entry updates, and up keeping of the email inboxes.
I have learned a lot, especially how to navigate and work through our operating systems.  
For the most part, management is helpful and supportive. It's centered around a school mindset, so they are always open to new ideas for growth and improvement.
The staff consists of 50% helpful co-workers and 50% degrading co-workers.
The hardest part would be dealing with the degrading co-workers at times.
Overall, the job is pretty enjoyable.

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