Research and Evaluation Analyst; Data Analyst IV

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) oversees primary and secondary public education in Texas and is committed to improving outcomes for all public school students by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems across the state.

• We are Determined:
  We are committed and intentional in pursuing our primary purpose of improving outcomes for students.
• We are People-Centered:
  We strive to attract, develop, and retain committed talent that reflects the diversity of Texas, with each individual contributing to our shared vision for students.
• We are Learners:
  We seek evidence, reflect on outcomes, and continuously improve in pursuit of excellence for students.
• We are Servant Leaders:
  We are public servants committed to improving opportunities for students and supporting those who serve them.

Position Overview:

As part of the Pathways Strategic Planning (PSP) team in the Division of College, Career and Military Preparation (CCMP) within the office of School Programs, the Research and Evaluation Analyst supports research, evaluation, reporting, and continuous improvement activities related to Talent Strong Texas Research and Analysis and College, Career and Military Preparation Evaluations. PSP supports the research, evaluation, processing and reporting of information for use in the development of college, career and military pathways for agency staff, school systems, Regional Education Service Centers (ESCs), and the Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative to inform pathway development, implementation, and improvement efforts.

The PSP team also supports alignment across initiatives and promotes data-informed decision-making related to college, career and military pathways.

The Research and Evaluation Analyst supports data analysis, evaluation, and reporting projects, including work across Postsecondary Preparation Programs, Career Technical Education, and Counseling, Advising, and Student Supports teams, as well as in coordination with other divisions, and stakeholders. The position assists with data collection, data quality validation, analysis, visualization, and evaluation activities to support program implementation, continuous improvement, and decision-making.

The Research and Evaluation Analyst reports to the Pathways Strategic Planning (PSP) team lead and works under general supervision with moderate latitude for independent judgement.

• This position requires up to 5% travel, based on business needs, to support program initiatives, collaboration, and operational priorities.
• Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.
• Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check.

Essential Functions

• 1 - Research and Analysis:
  Identifies, plans, and conducts research and analysis using advanced statistical modeling, qualitative, and generative AI methodologies with broad implications for state, regional and local pathway initiatives. Generates actionable insights for policymakers on college, career, and military preparation initiatives by integrating data from across agencies to inform on student readiness and postsecondary success. Supports curation and validation of information for analysis and ensures accuracy and reliability of generated outputs for use by external and internal stakeholders, such as, but not limited to college preparatory course evaluation, industry-based certification tiering, and postsecondary outcomes by initiatives.
  
  Works with a cross-functional team to develop analysis and action planning methodologies.
• 2 - Program Evaluation:
  Supports evaluation of college, career, and military preparation division portfolio of…