NEOGOV · 12 hours ago
Data Analyst 2 Performance and Analytics
Des Moines - 50309 - Polk County, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$72K/yr - $111K/yr
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Data Analyst 2 to join the Iowa Department of Education's Bureau of Information and Analysis. The role involves analyzing education data sets, producing metrics for state and federal reporting, and collaborating on various educational publications and reports.
GovernmentSoftwareHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyGovTech
No H1B
Responsibilities
Analyzing education data sets
Manipulating data and producing education metrics
Working closely with assessment data and computing accountability measures
Working on publications such as the Annual Condition of Education report
Compiling data sets to be submitted to the US Department of Education
Running quality assurance checks to verify the accuracy of data
Completing statistical modeling
Working on evaluation of projects
Preparing reports
Developing technical documentation
Creating datasets
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in Education, Statistics, Social Sciences such as Political Science, Public Policy or similar field
Highly proficient in utilizing statistical software packages such as SAS, R, SQL, SPSS or STATA. SAS experience preferred
Experience analyzing large data sets. Experience and competent knowledge of statistics
Ability to build data files to meet required specifications
Ability and experience in completing advanced statistical modeling
Proficient in using technology and open to learning new technology tools
Able to give oral presentations and represent the Iowa Department of Education at meetings, statewide conferences, or national conventions
Able to effectively communicate to a non-technical audience, including policymakers, educators, and community leaders
Must have exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, to produce a range of report and publications from technical journal articles to high-level summaries
Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with team staff members, education program consultant staff, and other governmental agencies
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, both individually and team, and prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to access data from database servers and database tables. Experience interpreting highly technical analyses and disseminating information to stakeholder groups in a non-technical manner
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification: 1) Six years of full-time work experience in business/data/statistical analytics, economic research, or data science. 2) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in business analytics, economics, data science, statistics, mathematics, management information systems, or industrial management, and experience equal to two years of full-time work (as described in number one). 3) All of the following (a and b): a. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience in business/data/statistical analytics, economic research, or data science, where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in business analytics, economics, data science, statistics, mathematics, management information systems, or industrial management equals one year of full-time experience; and b. A total of two years of graduate-level education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university coursework in business analytics, economics, data science, statistics, mathematics, management information systems, or industrial management equals one year of full-time experience. 4) All of the following (a and b): a. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience in business/data/statistical analytics, economic research, or data science, where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and b. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in business analytics, economics, data science, statistics, mathematics, management information systems, or industrial management. 5) All of the following (a, b, and c): a. Two years of full-time work experience in business/data/statistical analytics, economic research, or data science; and b. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience; and c. Possession of a professional certificate in data science, business analytics, or data analytics. 6) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Data Analyst 1
Benefits
Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of children, their families, and Iowa communities
Collaborative, positive work environment
Talented and passionate work colleagues that will help you learn and grow
Opportunities to collaborate with experts from around the country
Employee discounts from a variety of vendors
Competitive salary and benefits package
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
The Carlyle Group,Warburg PincusWarburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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