Data Science Director jobs in Westbrook, ME
Data Science Director establishes, plans, and administers the overall policies and goals of the data science function. Provides strategic guidance and overall direction for analytical efforts. Being a Data Science Director determines the appropriate tools, techniques, staffing and methodologies to extract data that produces meaningful results. Uses extensive knowledge and research into big data tools to guide the integration of new and existing tools into the organization's data science tech stack. Additionally, Data Science Director typically requires a master's degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Data Science Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Data Science Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Senior Director of Data and Assessment
- Portland Public Schools
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Portland, ME
FULL_TIME
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SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: The Senior Director of Data and Assessment is an essential leader in Portland Public Schools. The Senior Director leads our data strategy and ensures that our central office and schools are using all forms of data to monitor and improve outcomes across Portland Public Schools. The Senior Director works with a small data team which establishes, maintains and supports data systems and the use of data across the school system. The Senior Director will support members of the cabinet to review data at the District level. The Senior Director will also work directly with schools to review data and develop action plans in partnership with our network teams.
ABOUT PORTLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS: This is an exciting time to join the Portland Public Schools in a critical leadership role. The District is the largest in the state of Maine serving over 6,600 students and an additional 2,000 students in adult education. The District has a diverse student population with approximately 50% of students identifying as Black, Indigenous and other People of Color, 30% identifying as multilingual learners, and 15% of students experiencing housing instability. Portland Public Schools is finalizing a five year strategic plan to ensure that all students graduate from its schools prepared and empowered. As a senior leader in the District, the Senior Director will have an essential role in achieving the goals of the strategic plan.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Management
? Manage the Data team consisting of three members
? Serve as a key thought partner for the superintendent and the District’s cabinet
Assessments
? Coordinate internal and state assessments to monitor student achievement. Complete this in partnership with the networks’ Directors of Academics
? Support schools in implementing required assessments
? Ensure that the assessment data is integrated into the data platforms so that data can be easily accessed
Data Infrastructure and Data Policy Management
? Develop, maintain, and improve data infrastructure over time including tools for data collection, ingestion, storage, visualization, and dissemination
? Manage the data team to ensure that the Student Information Systems maintain key student data and various educational technology systems that integrate with our student information system
? Collaborate with our Technology team and vendors to ensure working connections between systems and to set up/maintain automatic and ad-hoc account provisioning
? Audit information, correct errors, and build skills in users necessary to prevent future errors
? Establish and document the policies, practices, protocols, and systems across schools and users to ensure consistent and accurate data practices
Reporting
? Create data visualizations and regular reports that answer questions for key stakeholders to provide insight on student, school and regional performance
? Facilitate data analysis by network and school leaders and staff
? Coordinate with school teams and vendors to produce and distribute accurate report cards, data sheets, progress reports, and transcripts in a timely manner
? Complete all required state and federal reporting
Strategic Goals and Measures
? Consults with the network, operations, and strategy and superintendent teams to create data-tracking tools & select metrics that are reliable proxies for mission progress (goals)
? Research & proposes annual targets for school-facing metrics. The resulting goals (metric target) are ultimately approved by the Site Leadership Team & Board
? Consult, research and/or propose key/leading performance indicators that can be used to monitor progress towards goals during the school year. This includes developing models that can be used to predict future performance/progress to goal
Systems and Structures
? Partner with senior district leaders, network leaders, and school leaders to establish a clear cadence and set of systems for using data to review progress throughout the school year and the 5-year strategic plan
Training and Support
? Train school leaders, assistant principals, operations leaders, and other school staff to efficiently use data tools
? Observe, interview, establish periodic meetings, and/or build relationships with key constituent groups (leaders, teachers, operations staff, parents, and students) to understand their experience, gather feedback and prioritize enhancements to systems function, reports, and training
? Prioritize and manage relevant support requests and communicate best practices and solutions to common challenges across school sites
? Develop reference tools and other resources to support ongoing training and professional development.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
General
? Deep understanding of how to leverage data to close achievement gaps and support high achievement for all students
? Ability to support and train others in the use of data ? Experience leading change efforts in the education field - preferably at the school level
Equity Mindset and Approach to Work
? Self-awareness around implicit bias, a commitment to challenging personal perspectives, and a willingness to take feedback, learn and grow around diversity, equity and inclusion related ideas
? Holds self and others accountable for supporting the district’s goal of becoming an equitable, anti-racist organization
Effective Communicator
? Highly responsive and oriented towards transparency and proactive, explicit communication.
? Communicates ideas in ways that are digestible for varied audiences
? Can generate communications, messaging and written materials for the organization that effectively convey the values of the organization
? Present data and information to varying audiences including the Board of Education, senior leaders, school leaders, school staff, community members, parents and others
Teamwork Skills
? Can cultivate, develop and lead a team of professionals who support the all functions of the District
? Effective team leadership skills
? Is aligned with the emerging strategic vision and offers a diverse perspective while meeting foundational expectations for instruction
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
? Master's degree in applicable field from an accredited college or university
? Maine principal certification preferred but not required
? Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization
? Technology, written and oral communication skills
? Additional combinations of applicable education, training, and experience are welcome.
? Portland Public Schools values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity.
Special Requirements: Occasional extended work hours and attendance at evening meetings.
Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. - 6 Days Ago
Senior Director of Data and Assessment
- Portland Public Schools
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Portland, ME
FULL_TIME
- SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: The Senior Director of Data and Assessment is an essential leader in Portland Public Schools. The Senior Director leads our data strategy and ensures that our central office and s...
- 6 Days Ago
Children’s Science Entertainer for Mad Science Shows and Parties
- Mad Science of Maine
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Portland, ME
FULL_TIME
- Do you have experience working with children? Do you have energetic outgoing personality? Could you transform yourself into a Mad Scientist? Looking for a great, flexible part-time job? The search is ...
- 8 Days Ago
Executive Assistant II | Office of the Chief Data Science Officer
- The Jackson Laboratory
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Portland, ME
FULL_TIME
- Executive Assistant IIOffice of the Chief Data Science OfficerPortland, Maine (Hybrid work schedule) Farmington, Connecticut (Hybrid work schedule)Job SummaryThe Jackson Laboratory (JAX) is seeking a ...
- 17 Days Ago
Operations Analyst
- Onpoint Health Data
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Portland, ME
FULL_TIME
- JOIN OUR TEAM Onpoint Health Data is a dynamic, fast growing nonprofit company located in Portland, Maine committed to delivering independent, reliable, and insightful data solutions to clients nation...
- 1 Month Ago
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- Data Defined, LLC
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Brunswick, ME
FULL_TIME
- Our team is growing, and we would love to know what you can offer! If you do not see a job posted on our Employment Page which fits your skillset and would like us to have your application on file for...
- 17 Days Ago
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Inpatient Coder Apprentice- Coding
- Maine Health
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Scarborough, ME
- Full Time 301B Route 1 Professional - Nonclinical Day Shift * Fully Remote Working position This is the training prepara...
- 5/4/2024 12:00:00 AM
Outpatient Coder II-Coding
- Maine Health
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Scarborough, ME
- Full Time 301B Route 1 Professional - Nonclinical Day Shift * * Position Summary * * Fully remote position/ 40 hours a w...
- 5/4/2024 12:00:00 AM
Program Operations Specialist
- University of New England
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Biddeford, ME
- Position Details Position Information Position Type Professional Staff Faculty Track Position Title Program Operations S...
- 5/4/2024 12:00:00 AM
Principal Engineer / Supervisor, HM&E, Systems Engineering
- General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works
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Brunswick, ME
- Job Description: The Systems Integration organization supports the development and implementation of Hull, Mechanical & ...
- 5/4/2024 12:00:00 AM
Physical Therapy Director
- Concentra
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South Portland, ME
- Overview: Are you ready to take your career to new heights? At Concentra, you will be a vital member of our patient care...
- 5/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Westbrook, Maine
Westbrook is a city in Cumberland County, Maine, United States and a suburb of Portland. The population was 17,494 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Portland–South Portland–Biddeford, Maine metropolitan statistical area.
Westbrook is located at 43°41′7″N 70°21′26″W / 43.68528°N 70.35722°W / 43.68528; -70.35722 (43.685348, −70.357116).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.33 square miles (44.88 km2), of which, 17.12 square miles (44.34 km2) is land and 0.21 square miles (0.54 km2) is water....
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
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