Job Title: Research Analyst

Reports to:Director of ARM
Job Group:Professional Technical

 

FLSA:Exempt
Job Code:1777
Salary Schedule:APT03

JOB GOAL

Responsible for selecting and implementing evaluation models that align with professional standards and best practices. Responsible for preparing and compiling data for reports and interprets statistical data regarding student performance, full-time equivalency (FTE), or other requested data.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of those in this position.
  1. Select and implement evaluation models for programs that align with professional standards and best practices.
  2. Apply appropriate analytic methods and interpret statistical data to determine effectiveness of programs and/or teacher impact on student performance.
  3. Analyze data using appropriate computer software, produce reports, and disseminate results.
  4. Assist in the preparation phases of projects and publications by analyzing data and creating reports to be presented to the Board and other stakeholders.
  5. Propose, coordinate, execute, and monitor program evaluations of district programs and initiatives.
  6. Deliver training and technical assistance in program evaluation and research to stakeholders.
  7. Provide presentations of results to various audiences.
  8. Consult with appropriate stakeholders for the planning, conducting, and reporting of program evaluations.
  9. Develop requests for proposals and selection process for external evaluations related to areas of responsibility or as assigned by supervisor.
  10. Coordinate and monitor evaluations conducted by outside evaluation groups to ensure completion within designated timelines.
  11. Support grant and data requests from internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with grant stipulations.
  12. Provide personnel with job-embedded professional development through sharing information and providing expertise regarding current trends and best practices that are directly related to their performance responsibilities.
  13. Ensure that updated documentation is produced and available for all processes directly related to the areas of responsibility as identified by the supervisor.
  14. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Ability to work collaboratively with others and facilitate groups to consensus
  • Ability to engage in the problem-solving process
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, orally and in writing, including electronic media
  • Operating knowledge of computer programs, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to organize, prioritize, manage, and carry out duties efficiently and within established timeframes
  • Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with all stakeholders

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

  • Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in the field of Statistics, Measurement, or related field
  • Graduate training in measurement and evaluation theory, concepts, and practice and in statistical methodology and procedures

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS

  • None

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Doctorate from an accredited institution in the field of Statistics, Measurement, or related field
  • Three years of experience in a supervisory role
  • Three years’ experience in analyzing, interpreting, and delivering data and varying evaluation models

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. If the use of arm and/or leg controls require exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated as light work.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, talk, and hear; stand and walk; use hands/fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoors and Outdoors: The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT

  • General office equipment, including personal computers, fax machines, copiers, telephones, etc.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be established by the District.

Performance of the job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the School Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Pasco County Schools will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the essential functions of the job when such individuals request an accommodation.

Research Analyst;   EST: March 1, 2022;   REV: n/a;   Board Approved: March 1, 2022