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Medford Public Schools

Medford Public Schools is hiring: Data Analyst in Medford

Medford Public Schools, Medford, MA, United States, 02153


Position Type:
Administration

Date Posted:
12/3/2024

Location:
District-Wide ALL Locations

Job Description: The Data Analyst will manage the accurate and timely update of data for state reporting. This person will work with all schools and district-wide departments to maintain all reportable data (per district and DESE guidelines), including providing support to District leadership as needed with data requests. The Data Analyst will plan and execute efficient and innovative ways to improve workflow and processes across all business and administrative services.

Qualifications
  • 2-3 years of experience with State and Federal Reporting requirements, such as SIMS, SCS, EPIMS, and other DESE (or similar) reporting systems.
  • Familiarity with Student Information Systems (SIS), School Brains preferred.
  • Proficiency in Google Suite (Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Slides, etc).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Attention to detail with a strong focus on data accuracy and consistency across systems.
  • Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills to address reporting discrepancies and improve data quality.
  • Excellent Communication Skills for collaboration with various school departments.
  • Project Management Skills to handle multiple reporting deadlines and requirements.
Performance Responsibilities
  • Completes and submits reports and other information to fulfill Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) reporting mandates.
  • Guides data management of various school departments to ensure accuracy in state reporting.
  • Maintains the accuracy and certification of all State Reporting - SIMS/SCS/EPIMS/SSDR/CRDC.
  • Manages access to DESE security portal among district leaders & staff, supporting their use of this portal to view data and download as necessary.
  • Administers the successful use of School Information System (SIS) across students, teachers, schools and school applications with a focus on state/federal guidelines and data integrity.
    • School application examples include Clever, Finalsite, ELLevation, etc.
    • Provides training and technical support for SIS functions and cross-application integrations.
  • Oversees all student data, including but not limited to providing student data reports and attendance reports as required to Central Administration and school administrative staff.
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including but not limited to Human Resources, Special Education Office, Family & Community Engagement Office, Registration Office, and Food Services.
  • Works with school administrative staff and outside vendors to provide necessary data inquiry support.
  • Adds new course offerings and verifies that they are coded and in line with DESE requirements.
  • Creates support documentation and training for end users.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Salary And Terms Of Employment: Twelve-month work year; non-bargaining salary commensurate with education and experience with a starting salary range of $80,000-$95,000