State of Iowa - Executive Branch · 8 hours ago
Data Analyst 2 Performance and Analytics
Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe State of Iowa - Executive Branch is committed to creating excellence in education through leadership and service. The Data Analyst 2 will analyze education data sets, produce education metrics for reporting, and assist in quality assurance checks for data accuracy, while collaborating with various stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Analyzing education data sets
Manipulating data and producing education metrics and data needed for state and federal reporting
Working closely with assessment data and computing accountability measures and determinations
Working on publications, such as the Annual Condition of Education report, the Iowa School Performance Profiles website, and additional Department reports
Compiling data sets to be submitted to the US Department of Education
Running quality assurance checks to verify the accuracy of data submitted to the Department
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
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 reside in the State of Iowa at the time of hire
Six years of full-time work experience in business/data/statistical analytics, economic research, or data science
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
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
A total of two years of graduate-level education and/or full-time experience, 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
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
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
Two years of full-time work experience in business/data/statistical analytics, economic research, or data science
Possession of a professional certificate in data science, business analytics, or data analytics
Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as a Data Analyst 1
Preferred
SAS experience preferred
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
State of Iowa - Executive Branch
If you’re looking for a work life of accomplishment, reward, and opportunity, you’ll discover Iowa State Government is just the place where there’s a rich and diverse population; where community, culture and differences matter; where exceptional work ethic, values and peace of mind all come together! The more you know about the State of Iowa, the more you’ll know it’s the right fit for you! There are 16 agencies in state government providing services to Iowans requiring specialized talent in agriculture, corrections, economic development, education, human services, natural resources, public health, public safety, revenue, transportation, veterans’ services and more.
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