Data Specialist

The Data Specialist will serve as a key member of our professional staff, in partnership with our Superintendent, Data Analyst, and Director of Assessment, to accurately collect and interpret pertinent statistical information reflective of all WCPA schools. They will compile, organize, study, analyze and interpret statistical data relating to our K-12 operations; highlight relevant trends; evaluate accuracy and effectiveness of statistical methodologies used; present technical statistical analysis and results in easy to digest formats to the administration (graphs, charts, tables, presentations); plan data collection methods for specific projects and determine (applicable variables) the types and sizes of sample groups to be used; prepare and structure data warehouses for storing data; and select/devise appropriate sampling techniques for required surveys and data collection. More specifically, they will perform the following tasks on a routine and ongoing basis.Data ManagementDevise, manage, and improve school data systems in line with appropriate statistical methodologies for reporting, analysis, and visualization, establishing protocols for collection, verification, and managing data systemsEnsure that organization-wide data management aligns with applicable statistical methodology, as well as legal and regulatory guidelinesManage current statistical data and assessment systems (Aeries, NWEA, Illuminate, Edulastic, DIBELS) on the backend and for data verification, cleaning, and reporting featuresData AnalysisCompile, organize, study, and analyze volumes of internal and external statistical information and data related to key operational objectivesProduce actionable data insights for school leaders, operational leaders, and teams through dashboards, visualizations, ad hoc reports, and analysisProduce weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports aligned to school accountability metrics, performance dashboards, compliance reporting, and public sharing of dataEstablish and manage data dashboards for the executive team, school principals, directors, operational leaders, and program leadersProvide the executive team with performance data and statistical analysis that is aligned to annual goals and department accountability structuresImplement statistical models to monitor relevant key performance indicators to track and measure outcomes and impactData ReportingPrepare and verify school data reports to the authorizer, state, and federal programsDeveloping and submitting compliance-related data reportsData Systems DevelopmentDevise and improve the school’s data and assessment systemsProduce organizational protocols for consistent data reporting, verification, management, and analysis across all departments (academics and operations)Develop and manage organizational protocols for data collection, curation, analysis, and reporting; actively monitor state guidelines/policyWorking in collaboration with the school assessment team to ensure proper administration of student assessments based on sound statistical methodology, primarily focused on SIS updates, roster verification, and standards processes for systems to produce valid and reliable results for analysisCollaboration with the operations team to collect and analyze organizational data for compliance reporting, performance dashboards, accountability systems, as well as external reports.Other duties as assigned.