Data, Analytics, and Research Analyst

Description

Under the direction of the Director of Research, the Data, Analytics, and Research Analyst supports the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data that informs efforts to improve student outcomes across early childhood, PK-12, and higher education in Dallas County and statewide. The successful candidate will bring real depth in the education and policy context and in research and quantitative methods.

Under the direction of the Director of Research, the Data, Analytics, and Research Analyst supports the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data that informs efforts to improve student outcomes across early childhood, PK-12, and higher education in Dallas County and statewide. The successful candidate will bring real depth in the education and policy context and in research and quantitative methods.

Under the direction of the Director of Research, the Data, Analytics, and Research Analyst supports the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data that informs efforts to improve student outcomes across early childhood, PK-12, and higher education in Dallas County and statewide. The successful candidate will bring real depth in the education and policy context and in research and quantitative methods.

Under the direction of the Director of Research, the Data, Analytics, and Research Analyst supports the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data that informs efforts to improve student outcomes across early childhood, PK-12, and higher education in Dallas County and statewide. The successful candidate will bring real depth in the education and policy context and in research and quantitative methods.

The Analyst will apply and extend that foundation across a wide range of analytic and research approaches over time, from descriptive and business analytics to dashboarding and applied statistical research. They will work closely with the Data and Research team and collaborate with colleagues across Commit who serve districts, higher education institutions, educator preparation programs, policymakers, and community partners.

This job description is a summary and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee.

The salary range for this role is $66,000–$78,500 annuall
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Please note that for external candidates, the expected salary range is approximately $66,000-$72,000 depending on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

• Data Analysis
• Analyze a variety of education, student outcomes, and workforce data to help identify trends, patterns, and root causes aligned to Commit Partnership priorities.
• Support the discovery, collection, tracking, and analysis of new and existing project metrics that inform stakeholder action.
• Research & Methods
• Apply existing strengths in research or analysis while extending them across a range of methods over time, including descriptive and exploratory analysis, business analytics, data visualization and dashboarding, and applied statistical and research techniques.
• Bring sound judgment about how to approach a question and take initiative to learn new methods as project needs evolve.
• Data Visualization & Dashboarding
• Develop clear visual reports, dashboards, and presentations from both qualitative and quantitative data that communicate complex insights to varied audiences, including district and higher education partners, educator preparation programs, policymakers, students, families, and community members.
• Communication
• Create, compile, and edit content for published materials, communications, grant reports and applications, and presentations for multiple audiences.
• Support the creation and maintenance of slide decks and other materials for team convenings and partner meetings.
• Collaboration and Partnership
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business questions and identify meaningful analytical approaches.
• Partner with colleagues and external stakeholders to strengthen data-informed decision-making and build shared analytic capacity.
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