Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) aims to improve outcomes for public-school students in Texas by providing leadership and support to school systems. They are seeking a Data Analyst for the PREP Allotment, who will play a critical role in producing data insights related to educator preparation and certification, utilizing SAS and various software tools to develop reports and optimize data pipelines.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and execute SAS code to query, compile, and manipulate data required for PREP Allotment client units
- Perform complex analysis on the relationships between data, build data visualizations, interpret findings, identify data patterns, and communicate results and key insights to respond to identified client unit(s)
- Support the creation of all necessary state, federal, and internal reporting, including Public Information Requests
- Design, develop, test, and implement data collection tools including surveys and forms using software such as Qualtrics and Smartsheet's
- Review and manipulate collected data using SAS and Business Intelligence Software to identify trends, generate insights, and present key findings to identified client units
- Serve as an essential partner to identified client units, guide decision-making and align EDRS collaborations with clients' needs and goals
- Conducts quality review of data sets and other analytical products created or received by the EDRS - EPCE unit, acting on feedback from other team members to systematically improve data and visualization products
- Develop, implement, test, and document technical work related to the EDRS-EPCE unit and other internal projects within TEA
- Maintain data governance standards, management tools, usage guidelines, and any storage procedures
Skills
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university
- At least three (3) years of experience in data analysis, research, compilation, and/or reporting work
- Experience working with large data sets and educational systems
- Knowledge of statistical procedures used in the analysis of data sets
- Skill with software & programming languages used for statistical analysis and database interaction, including SAS, SQL, and other applicable programming and statistical languages and packages
- Experience using Qualtrics to design surveys and the ability analyze findings based on responses
- Expertise in developing engaging visualizations of data using Business Intelligence software, PowerBI preferred
- Experience with designing, generating, and updating high-quality reports suitable for a range of audiences based on user requirements
- Experience with Texas education data
- Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple work streams using project management techniques with general supervision
- Experience with analyzing systems and procedures to identify improvements to data production, data reporting, or data analytics
- Communicating clearly, effectively, and appropriately, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to compose, review, and edit technical documents
- Proficient at interpretation and application of guidelines, policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
- A desire to self-reflect, give & receive feedback, and continuously improve
- Experience in maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups
Company Overview
The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts manages funds for the world’s 8th largest economy, processes millions of paper and electronic tax returns each year and continually searches for innovative solutions to streamline operations at one of Texas’ largest state agencies. It was founded in 1835, and is headquartered in Austin, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://comptroller.texas.gov.