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Texas Student Data System Product Owner (Systems Analyst V)

Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System, Austin, Texas, us, 78716


Job Description - Texas Student Data System Product Owner (Systems Analyst V) (00046033)Organization

TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCYPrimary Location

Texas-AustinWork Locations

Texas Education Agency1701 NORTH CONGRESS AVENUEAustin 78701Job

Computer and MathematicalEmployee Status

RegularSchedule

Travel

Yes, 5% of the TimeState Job Code: 0256Salary Admin Plan: BGrade: 25Salary (Pay Basis)

5,797.66 - 7,653.00 (Monthly)Number of Openings

1Overtime Status

ExemptJob Posting

Oct 28, 2024, 4:02:34 PMClosing Date

OngoingDescription

Mission:

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.

Core Values:• We are Determined:

We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students.• We are People-Centered:

We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students.• We are Learners:

We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.• We are Servant Leaders:

Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them.About Office of IT:The Office of Information Technology works closely with all agency divisions to implement innovative technology solutions in a cost-efficient manner that supports the goals and priorities of the Texas Education Agency. The Office of IT provides efficient technology solutions and stellar customer services to internal staff, 20 Educational Service Centers, and 1,200-plus public-school districts and charter schools.Position Overview

This position will serve as the Texas Student Data System (TSDS) Product Owner for assigned TSDS data collections and for future initiatives in the Customer Relationship Division for the Office of Information Technology at the Texas Education Agency. This role is critical for improving school outcomes by supporting TSDS which is the principal data collection system for the state of Texas public school system including products for state and federal data reporting requirements.This position performs advanced (senior level) computer systems analysis work for the TSDS data collections. Responsible for the oversight of software changes for assigned TSDS data collections. Work involves the planning, prioritization, analysis, monitoring, and configuration of critical features of the system and ability to effectively mentor others. Requires the comprehensive understanding of user requirements, design, and technical implementations to ensure the customer needs are met.This position works under minimal direction with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Provides leadership, training, testing, support, and guidance to the TSDS Product Owner team. This system analyst will plan, assign and/or coordinate the work of others and performs related work and other duties as assigned.Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.Essential Functions

Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.Product Owner:

Oversees the planning, design, development, implementation, testing, support, and maintenance of the Texas Student Data System (TSDS); serve as a product owner of one or more TSDS applications to prioritize and provide business guidance on software changes to satisfy customer and agency needs.Systems Analysis:

Coordinates with stakeholders to identify system requirements, develop implementation strategies, and solve complex problems for TSDS data collections to ensure stakeholder requirements are met.Data Analysis:

Effectively understands the Texas Education Data Standards (TEDS) to provide technical direction and business guidance prior to the implementation of software changes.Communication:

Effectively communicates with internal and external stakeholders to include the development, review and/or approval of assigned TSDS training materials, support resources, presentations and governance proposals.Technical Support:

Provides advanced troubleshooting and analysis to effectively provide tier 3 technical support to our customers through the TSDS Incident Management System (TIMS).Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:• Education:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university• Experience:

At least five (5) years of experience in systems analysis and design work.• Substitution:

Education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis.As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status.This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre-employment criminal background check, prior to being offered employment by the Agency.No phone calls or emails, please. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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