Education Data Analyst (ESC)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

The Education Data Analyst role at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education involves supporting K-12 data reporting for state and federal obligations. The position plays a key role in improving educational outcomes by utilizing data resources, providing technical assistance, and enhancing data communication for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Develop and utilize new and existing college, career, and technical education data resources.
• Provide coaching and technical assistance to school/district leaders.
• Support the production and communication of K-12 education statistics including student enrollment, demographics, and post-secondary readiness.
• Collaborate with agency staff to communicate data needs.
• Fulfill federal data reporting requirements.
• Respond to data inquiries from various stakeholders.
• Perform other assigned duties.

This role comes with the following benefits:

• Comprehensive suite of employee benefits.
• Supportive work experience for employees and their loved ones.
• Equity and inclusion-focused workplace culture.

This role requires you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree with four years of professional educational experience or a Master's degree with two years of experience.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to accurately collect, present, analyze, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data.
• Experience with large datasets and creating qualitative and quantitative reports.
• Proficiency in using SPSS, Snowflake, Oracle/SQL, or similar tools.
• Experience with Power BI or similar visualization software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

You would benefit from having:

• Familiarity with Massachusetts education data, issues, and policies related to college and career readiness.
• Experience in a collaborative and independent working environment.
• Knowledge and expertise in racial equity, cultural competency, and combating implicit bias.
• Understanding of issues related to college and career readiness.
• Proficiency with technology and new applications.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply. The role may require travel. Special requirement: Valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License or equivalent from another state may be required based on assignment.