ANALYST, REPORTING

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The primary objective of the Analyst is to execute analytical and research projects by obtaining and validating data, applying appropriate statistical and analytical methods, and clearly communicating findings to stakeholders. Working within established frameworks and guidance, the Analyst provides timely, accurate insights that inform district policies, practices, and day-to-day decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Business, Mathematics/Statistics, Economics, Education, Social Sciences, Engineering, or related STEM fields
One plus (1+) years experience in at least 3 of the following areas: Research, Education, Public Health, Social Policy, Program Evaluation
Technical expertise: Business Intelligence, Reporting, Dashboarding / Visualizations, Data Science, Analytics, Programming
Analysis and modeling: Data Analysis, Mathematics, Applied Statistics, Data Modeling
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Conduct analytical and research projects by defining research questions, testing hypotheses, validating assumptions, analyzing data, and synthesizing findings into actionable insights for stakeholders
Acquire, organize, and analyze large datasets from multiple sources; proactively assess data quality and develop metrics to measure and monitor organizational performance
Apply statistical analysis, trend analysis, and scenario modeling to identify patterns, root causes, and evidence-based recommendations
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to clarify reporting needs, understand business questions, and translate requirements into effective analyses and deliverables
Develop and deliver clear, visually compelling data visualizations and presentations for audiences ranging from internal teams to executive leadership and the Board; explain methodologies, data sources, and calculations
Collaborate with team members on cross-functional analyses and projects, contributing to shared outcomes and a positive, solutions oriented team culture
Design and facilitate data literacy and training sessions for district and school leaders to build capacity in data analysis, interpretation, and communication in support of district priorities and decision-making
Serve as the primary analyst for assigned focus area(s) and provide additional analytical support as needed
Other duties as assigned