Data Specialist at Human Resources

Position Type:
Central Office Administration

Date Posted:
10/19/2021

Location:
Human Resources

School/Location
Administration Building - Human Resources - 797 Westminster Street
Data Specialist
12-Month Non-Union Position

Job ID: 4529

Job Description
Contingent upon funding

As a member of the Office of Human Resources under the direct supervision of the Senior Director of Human Resources, the qualified applicant will be responsible for facilitating access to and utilization of data for the Human Resources team members. This includes communicating complex data findings to stakeholders using clear language and graphics. The applicant will create dashboards and automate reporting processes to display data in a timely manner. The applicant will analyze staffing data and trends local and nation-wide to provide informed forecasting data. The applicant will also assist and train human resources team members on interpreting and using data to make staffing, disciplinary and policy decisions

The person in this role is responsible for ensuring all district level staff-related data is accurate. The position would require a candidate with mastery of various data analysis tools, a strong foundation in data management and governance, and the ability to visually represent the data for consumption by decision-makers. The candidate must have the skills to analyze data to generate insights on district practices and compliance with legal requirements. This position would also support the district in developing plans for staffing needs. This position would generate reports to provide internal and external stakeholders with actionable information on the various aspects of human resources.

***Accommodations for virtual interviews will be made during this hiring season, please apply***

Roles & Responsibilities

• Leads the district in developing and revising current Human Resource data systems in order to maximize efficiency and accuracyEnsures all HR data entry and processes are efficient, accurate and follow state and federal regulations.Conducts verification checks of data to ensure accuracy prior to analyses and dissemination.Responsible for overseeing accurate data in the EEO5 reporting.Ensures the accurate data for the monitoring of staff-related initiativesCreates dashboards and reports that clearly display data and disseminate to various stakeholdersAssists in the planning of assessment and survey administration.Assists in creating a data-use program of study and provides HR data-focused training for school administrators, teachers, and central office staff in understanding and using data to inform decision making.Works with district policies and procedures to process and fill internal and external data and research requests as part of an internal research review team.Works with the district communications office to fill internal and external data and research requests.Coordinates data sharing with community-based partners as defined in data sharing and confidentiality agreements.Supports the data needs of ongoing HR projectsAdheres to ethical guidelinesMaintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and PPSD information.Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Rate Range
$64,644 - $79,388

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Educational Statistics, the social sciences, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and skill in developing, maintaining and visualizing data and using data sets of various size and complexity (Examples could include software such as Excel to create graphs, charts and pivot tables; statistical packages such as SPSS or R for a nalyses; querying SQL databases; and data visualization using platforms such as Tableau).Knowledge of various types of assessments preferred, particularly WIDA's ACCESS for ELs, including an understanding of their associated scores.Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.Ability to write reports and procedural manuals.Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate results to a wide variety of audiences.Ability to work effectively as part of a team in support of teaching and learning.Ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Ability to collaborate with colleagues, district and school-based administrators, and consultants and effectively lead teamsAbility to design, deliver, and coordinate high quality data driven professional development in a variety of venuesKnowledge and use of online data collection tools such as SurveyMonkey.Successful experience working with diverse populationsStrong customer service orientation, responding to needs in a timely manner.You must complete the new hire compliance training prior to your first day of employmentBilingual PreferredSelected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check. Selected candidates cannot begin work until passing their background check.