Director of Analytics

Location: Brooks, CA (Onsite)
Employment Type: Direct Hire, W2
Recruiting Notes: No third-party agencies. No C2C. No referral fees available for this position.

Overview

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Analytics to lead the organization's analytics function and drive data-informed decision making across gaming, hospitality, food & beverage, and resort operations. This leader will transform complex data into actionable business insights that improve profitability, operational efficiency, and guest experience.

The ideal candidate is a strong people leader, business strategist, and storyteller who can influence executives and operational leaders alike through data-driven recommendations and measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive and operational leadership teams, ensuring analytics drive business decisions
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of analytics professionals while influencing cross-functional analytical resources
• Identify revenue growth opportunities, operational efficiencies, and cost-saving initiatives across the business
• Develop forecasting models, predictive analytics, and scenario planning to support strategic decision making
• Monitor performance across gaming, hospitality, food & beverage, labor, and other operational areas to identify trends and opportunities
• Deliver executive dashboards and KPI reporting that provide timely, actionable insights
• Translate complex analytical findings into clear, compelling business recommendations
• Quantify the impact of strategic initiatives and help prioritize investments and resources
• Partner with Finance, IT, Marketing, and Operations to expand data capabilities and improve access to information
• Establish consistency in reporting, metrics, and data definitions across the organization
• Foster a culture of data-driven decision making and analytical thinking throughout the enterprise
• Balance strategic leadership with a hands-on approach when business needs require direct involvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, Economics, or a related field required
• Master's degree preferred
• 7+ years of experience in Analytics, Business Intelligence, Strategy, or related disciplines
• 3+ years of leadership experience with direct reports
• Proven success delivering measurable revenue growth, profitability improvements, or cost savings through the strategic use of data
• Experience within gaming, hospitality, resort operations, or other customer-focused industries strongly preferred
• Strong business acumen with the ability to influence leaders at all levels of the organization
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and data storytelling skills

Technical Skills

• Advanced experience with Tableau, Power BI, or similar BI platforms
• Strong SQL expertise
• Experience with Python and/or R
• Familiarity with data warehousing and cloud-based data platforms
• Experience integrating new data sources and improving data accessibility
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills

What We're Looking For

• A strategic leader who can connect analytics to business outcomes
• A collaborative partner who thrives in cross-functional environments
• A strong communicator who can turn complex data into clear business actions
• A coach and mentor who builds high-performing teams
• A hands-on problem solver capable of balancing tactical execution with long-term vision

If you're passionate about leveraging analytics to drive business performance, improve guest experiences, and influence strategic decisions, we'd love to hear from you.