Data Analyst

Job Number: 240002WW

Posting Date: Jul 15, 2024, 3:17:36 PM

Primary Location: Central-42 West Madison Street (Diverse Learner Supt&Svcs)

CPS Non-Union Job Grade: S06

Estimated Annual Salary Range : 58,000.00 -

Position Type: Non-Union Position

Overtime Status: Exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION -

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is one of the largest school districts in the United States, serving over 320,000 students in 600+ schools and employing nearly 40,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core values are embedded within these commitments – student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides the tools and resources to ensure that all diverse learners receive a high-quality public education that prepares students for success. OSD is responsible for student evaluations, creating and monitoring Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and working with schools, staff, and families to fulfill these plans toward greater student development and achievement. A critical area within the Office is to provide financial and operational support to schools, networks, and central office departments, including but not limited to the allocation of special education resources to CPS schools so that every child is provided with the services outlined by a student's IEP.

Job Summary: The Data Analyst will support OSD units in the collection, analysis, reporting, and interpretation of data to facilitate informed decision-making, identify trends, ensure that Diverse Learner outcomes are monitored, and to support the continuous improvement of OSD programs and services. Reporting to the Director, Data Management, the Data Analyst will use data to drive progress toward District priority and goals.

The Data Analyst will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:

Proficiently analyze, manipulate and transform complex datasets from multiple sources using analysis tools such as SAS, SQL, Python, or R to extract meaningful insights
Apply statistical techniques to analyze data distributions, correlations, and trends, contributing to the development of robust analytical models
Evaluate data for structural integrity and consistencyCreate and customize reports tailored to departmental needs, ensuring clarity and relevance in communicating key performance indicators; summarize metrics and produce visualizations for key stakeholders
Utilize data visualization techniques to present findings in an easily digestible and visually compelling manner, aiding departmental stakeholders in understanding complex datasets
Identify trends and patterns in data, offering valuable insights to support strategic decision-making within the portfolio of departments
Conduct root cause analysis to uncover the underlying factors contributing to observed trends, providing valuable context for decision-makers
Follow established department and district-wide processes to ensure the quality, integrity and reliability of data used for analysis
Collaborate with business and subject matter experts to identify additional data needs
Ensure data quality and integrity across Offices
Compile, manipulate, and analyze data using appropriate statistical techniques
Participate in the District’s Data Analyst User Group
Perform related duties as required

Other Requirements:

Must work with approved enterprise analytic toolsets (SAS or SQL)
Adhere to a set of guiding principles for analytic practice as established by the Data Governance Council

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the OSD Data Analyst must possess the following qualifications:

Education Required:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required; focus in statistics, business, economics, or a related field requiring quantitative coursework, preferred
Master’s degree in a quantitative field of study (e.g., data science), preferred

Experience Required:

Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in a relevant field and a role requiring data analysis skills, including experience writing code with data analytic tools (SAS, R, SPSS, STATA, etc) is required. Up to 1 year of full-time, data-related internship experience may be considered against this requirement
- Minimum of one (1) year of the above professional experience may be considered in combination with a master’s degree in a quantitative field of study (E.g., data science, economics)
One (1) or more years of experience as a business analyst or systems analyst, preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to use or learn SAS or SQL required
Advanced knowledge of Excel and gSuite applications
Exceptional verbal and written communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and data quality assurance
Ability to deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment, respond promptly to multiple constituencies, and meet established deadlines
Capable of success both working independently with general guidance and as a collaborative member of a team
Capable of coordinating efforts and facilitating collaboration with a variety of individuals whose priorities may differ
Ability to establish priorities and effectively manage time to complete multiple activities or projects concurrently
Ability to work in a cross-functional team with technical and non-technical personnel from a variety of departments
Ability to probe and derive the correct technical requirements from a non-technical customer for a particular data-related question
Flexibility to meet changing departmental needs and priorities
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Capable of adhering to a high level of professionalism at all times across professional interactions

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:

Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions, however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.
Be Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19 - Unless approved for a medical or religious exemption, all employees are required to be up-to-date on COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters, and to submit proof of vaccination to the district within 30 days of hire. “Up-to-date” on vaccination is defined as being at least two weeks past all primary vaccine doses and any applicable boosters.