Data Analyst - (Transportation)

• Develops project plans for the collection, monitoring, reporting, and use of student, school, and district level data.
• Manages project plans and schedules required to successfully complete all data quality projects on time.
• Performs data analysis to identify trends, successes, problems and issues that need to be addressed through targeted technical support, training, modifications to policies and procedures.
• Surfaces key policy questions by creating statistical and narrative reports based on data and/or graphs.
• Completes ad hoc analyses requested by leadership using the data collected and reported on.
• Collaborates with the Offices of Academics, Achievement and Accountability and Information Technology to ensure that data collection and reporting occurs according to local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Works across departments to resolve any discrepancies in student data submitted for various MSDE reporting requirements.
• Serves as a team member that demonstrates flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies, and the professional standards.

• Bachelor's degree in business, social science, computer science or applied mathematics with course concentration in statistics, measurement, and/or data analysis. Master's degree preferred. Degrees must be from an accredited college or institution.
• Minimum of two years of related experience in an education or research related setting, including managing data sets and project planning.
• Strong data analysis and problem?solving skills required.
• Experience in analyzing, summarizing, and reporting data within a quick turnaround time and of high quality by effectively utilizing statistical programming packages (SAS, Stata, SPSS), or advanced Microsoft Excel functions (including pivot tables, lookup procedures and complex formulas with nested logic, and visual basic for applications).
• Excellent quantitative thinking, including the ability to examine available data, apply decision rules and analytical methods, and produce meaningful results.
• Ability to work effectively in high?paced environment, with deadlines, and multiple stakeholder viewpoints.
• Proficient in the use of computer applications including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; capable of effectively communicating with a variety of audiences.
• Ability to demonstrate dedication to the vision, mission, goals, and objectives of City Schools.
• Demonstrated understanding of project management principles and practices.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link:

Baltimore City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in its employment, programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact Equal Opportunity Manager, Title IX Coordinator Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX Compliance Office 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208 Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).

This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.

This position is affifliated with the City Retirement Plan.