Data Analyst

Los Angeles Unified School District

The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), one of the largest public school systems in the United States, is committed to innovation in education. LAUSD supports nearly 575,000 students across over 1,190 schools. Joining the Strategic Enrollment and Program Planning Office as a Data Analyst offers the chance to impact program methodologies and sustainability.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Compile, review, and transform datasets for analysis and reporting.
• Support Leadership by summarizing data for urgent inquiries from various stakeholders.
• Utilize programming languages like R and Python for data processing and report generation.
• Manage, update, and archive databases ensuring data continuity and reliability.
• Perform data de-identification and compliance with data privacy regulations such as FERPA.

This role comes with the following benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• Membership in California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
• Paid vacation starting at two weeks, with increases based on tenure.
• Up to 13 paid holidays annually.

This role requires you to have:

• Experience with retrieving and processing large datasets.
• Proficiency in R, Python, and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work with data from multiple sources and compile reports.

You would benefit from having:

• Knowledge of database software and data extraction techniques.
• Experience working collaboratively across different departments.

LAUSD is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment and prohibits discrimination or harassment based on various protected characteristics. The selection process involves assessments and interviews, with a competitive employment assessment process guiding hiring decisions.