Data Analyst

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree program from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of full-time, paid, professional experience with database technology, educational data reporting and analysis and/or educational performance data.

                                                       OR

•  Any equivalent combination of training and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Talent in collaboration with the assigned office.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of:

• various databases such as Filemaker Pro, MS Excel and MS Access.
• reporting applications such as Crystal Reports and District mainframe Disystems.
• Google docs.
• applied statistics and using information to change behaviors and outcomes.
• administrative policies and practices.

Demonstrated ability to:

• create and generate reports through Crystal Reports or other District reporting tools, analyzing data from the District's mainframe system.
• manipulate data using various spreadsheet applications such as MS Excel.
• prepare statistical reports using statistical software such as STTA, SPSS.
• meet multiple deadlines in a fast paced and demanding work environment.
• work independently in a fluid environment as part of a team to accomplish goals.
• think analytically and logically.
• support administrators in the attainment of District goals and objectives.
• operate a personal computer.
• express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with both internal staff and external partners.
• give attention to detail.
• apply problem solving skills in the maintenance of databases/ tracking systems.
• be passionate about educational equity.
• be passionate about using quantitative analysis to drive policy.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.