Early Learning Data Analyst Senior

As the
** Early Learning Data Analyst*
* ** Senior
* * of the Preschool & Early Learning Division in the (DCHS), you will actively champion racial justice within early childhood programs and systems at Multnomah County and in the community. You will support applied research and program evaluation efforts for a highly visible preschool initiative focused on racial equity.
* Extract, clean, organize, and link quantitative data from internal and external information systems to allow for analysis and reporting
* Perform difficult quantitative statistical analysis involving complex data and records from both primary and secondary sources, including a variety of statewide early learning databases and census data
* Ensure that data analysis addresses implicit and explicit bias and centers the voices and experiences of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color
* Design, develop, and maintain ongoing project dashboards to increase transparency and accountability, provide updates on implementation status, and share key learnings
* Compile and organize complex information and data from multiple systems into a variety of reports and presentations
* Build strong working relationships with data and evaluation staff at outside agencies and with community partners
* Identify challenges with data quality and work to alleviate barriers to data sharing and reporting across multiple systems
* Work cross-teams, including with IT, to identify division-specific data management and storage needs; implement and maintain identified solutions
* Develop and document protocols that define variables, data sources, and data collection/analysis activities
* Implement and lead processes that minimize bias and ensure the collection and management of high quality data
* Advanced knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding equity, inclusion, implicit bias, institutional racism, and other forms of systemic oppression
* Knowledge and understanding of cultures, customs and social experiences of historically excluded communities experiencing barriers to opportunity, especially for Black and Indigenous child care providers and families, and Families and Providers of Color
* Experience (including lived) working in early childhood education or with children ages 0-8 and their families.
* Experience collecting and analyzing data using a racial equity lens or framework.
* Able to perform difficult quantitative statistical analysis involving complex data and records from both primary and secondary sources.
* Advanced knowledge of data visualization practices and reporting tools such as Tableau.
* Experience engaging diverse communities.
* Experience extracting, cleaning, organizing, and linking data from multiple sources

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the page.
* Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values
* Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study, or equivalent education and/or practical experienced
* Three (3) years of experience in one or more of the following areas: data management, data analysis, or data visualization
* Must pass a criminal background check
** Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills**** **:  You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify.  However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates.  Please clearly explain in your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
* Knowledge of early childhood systems, early care and education, and/or preschool quality
* Experience collaborating with community based organizations and/or government entities around data analysis and reporting
* Please describe how your background makes you a great candidate in this role described in the Overview and To Qualify sections of…