Education Data and Analysis Specialist

State of Maryland•Baltimore City, MD

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland. GRADE 21 State Salary Guidelines will apply LOCATION OF POSITION Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building 200 W. Baltimore Street Baltimore, MD 21201 Hybrid schedule available (up to 3 telework days permitted each week) POSITION DUTIES This recruitment is limited to current permanent and contractual employees of the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). The Education Data and Analysis Specialist provides programmatic support and technical expertise in data analyses to the Performance Reporting and Accountability Office within the Division of Assessment and Accountability (DAA) in the implementation of the Department’s education accountability program. This position is critical to supporting the Maryland State Department of Education’s mission to develop and support a strong accountability system to increase academic success for all students. This position is responsible for assuring data quality and conducting analyses related to the data metrics required under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESSA), the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, and as required by other state and federal laws. This position provides a critical role in validating, analyzing, and compiling data collected from various sources required in the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future.

Requirements

Education : A Master's degree or the equivalent of 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate coursework from an accredited college or university.
Experience : Four years of administrative experience in, or affiliated with, an education program.
Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered.
Two years of professional experience as a research or data analyst in education.
Applicants must consent to a State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees with this Agency.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s).
Proficiency in computer-based statistical programs (SPSS, STATA, or SAS)
Strong Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Publisher skills
Experience in the use of R, Python and SQL coding
Experience in data processing, macros, statistical procedures, analysis of variance and data migration.
Proficient in developing and using intuitive dashboards and data visualization products such as Microsoft Power BI and Tableau
Experience using analytical skills to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information, including presenting data insights to diverse stakeholders

Responsibilities

Designs, creates, and manages datasets in support of DAA initiatives.
Ensure quality, validity, and usability of data.
Creates, maintains, and supports reporting functions.
Analyzes data for federal or state reporting requirements.
Prepares technical reports for stakeholders, including MSDE staff, local education agencies, and the general public.
Provides education data and analysis in response to ad-hoc inquiries.
Provides expertise and technical support to MSDE staff and local education agencies.