THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF
ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION
“Making a Positive
Difference Through Education and Service”
Vacancy Title: Data Specialist II
Job Order Number: 7057333
City:
Section/Division: Assessment / Division
of School Improvement
Salary: $27,864
Deadline: Open Until Filled
QUALIFICATIONS
DESIRABLE CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS
(Other qualifications and experience, which in the opinion of the Commissioner
of Education
meet the requirements of the position may be accepted in lieu of the
following.)
Graduation from high school. Five years
of experience successfully performing progressively responsible support tasks.
Successful experience performing data management and analysis work.
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office software (especially Access and Excel) and other business equipment.
Considerable knowledge and skill in information systems management including developing and interpreting computer generated documents and files.
Ability to identify and help solve problems within the Section’s data systems and to integrate information from program staff to help design or re-design the programs to be more accurate and useful.
Maintain effective working relationships with Department staff, other state and local agencies, school districts, and the public.
Work in an organized manner with data and systems management.
Develop a thorough understanding of the classification program, assessment program and various State and Federal programs.
Ability to communicate with others effectively in writing.
Exceptional math and analytical skills.
Create and maintain Web pages.
Exceptional organization skills.
Ability to work with a variety of people and personalities in a professional manner in multiple forums.
Suggest and implement strategies for data collection, dissemination and analysis.
Synthesize data from section applications to prepare statistical reports.
Analyze data from various sources in order to look for trends, themes, and areas of strength or concern.
Produce and interpret queries, statistical and other reports as needed by division staff, other sections, other agencies, the legislature and the general public.
Evaluate statistical data to establish norms to determine compliance with regulations and/or policies.
Communicate with district personnel, assisting them with Web applications, interpreting rules and instructions for the submission and updating of data.
Enter data into databases, Web, and/or mainframe applications.
Retrieve data from database, Web, and/or mainframe applications in order to prepare statistical reports.
Request and/or receive data from external sources.
Complete necessary documents and forms to receive computerized data for analysis.
Compare statistical data to establish norms to determine compliance with regulations and/or policies.
Prepare correspondence in order to communicate results of analysis.
Create queries and reports in order to retrieve data from databases, Web and or mainframe applications.
Create and maintain spreadsheets in order to facilitate analyses and/or track information.
Provide technical assistance regarding the Missouri Assessment Program to co-workers and clients.
Provide training for staff.
Answer telephone in order to route calls to appropriate person or take messages.
Schedule appointments for section staff.
Create statistical and other reports utilizing data generated from database and/or mainframe application.
Design and compile very detailed, complex reports of data from multiple databases into a polished, final product used for high-level decision-making.
Review reports compiled by other staff members to ensure accuracy of data.
Create and evaluate technical documents to support the Missouri Assessment Program.
Maintain Web pages.
Coordinate meetings and events.
Other duties as assigned.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicants must use one of the three options below when
applying for a vacant Department position.
1. Submit a resume and cover letter to Human
Resources, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education,
2. Call (573) 751-9619 or write to Human
Resources, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education,
3. Submit your resume electronically to webreplyhr@dese.mo.gov. Resumes must be in Word format attached to the e-mail with the job order number in the subject line. You must submit a resume and application for every vacancy for which you apply. Photocopies of applications are accepted. We do not keep applications on file to submit for other vacant positions. You will receive an e-mail confirmation when your resume is received.
4. If
it is a professional vacancy and you are selected for an interview, you will be
asked to submit college transcripts. You
may submit the transcripts with your application if you choose. If applications are sent separately from your
application materials, please ensure that your college/university sends the
transcript in care of the Vacancy Number listed at the top of this Vacancy
Notice.
BENEFITS
(For a Full-Time Position)
VACATION: Generally accrue 10 hours
per month for employees with up to ten years of creditable service.
SICK LEAVE:
Generally accrue 10 hours per month.
FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE: After 12 months or 1250 hours of employment, 12 weeks of
unpaid leave is available for employees as laid out in the policy.
ORGAN/BONE MARROW DONATION LEAVE: 5 workdays given for bone marrow donation and 30 workdays
given for organ donation.
SCHOOL-VISIT LEAVE: Up to 8 hours of paid leave for assisting in the classroom
with curricular activities or visiting with child’s teacher on curricular activities
and other events as outlined in the policy.
HOLIDAYS: 12
holidays per year.
RETIREMENT:
Vested after five years of creditable service.
LIFE INSURANCE:
Free basic life insurance coverage equal to one-times the employee's
annual salary. The minimum coverage amount will remain $15,000.
OPTIONAL LIFE INSURANCE:
Employee may purchase up to 6 times their annual
salary. Spouse and children life insurance coverage is
available.
HEALTH PLANS:
Employer-paid/subsidized plans available the month after employment.
DENTAL PLANS:
Several plans are available in limited areas of the state. Employees may
pay through a payroll deduction.
VISION PLAN:
Available statewide. Employees may pay through payroll deduction.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Up to six counseling visits per episode per family
member per year.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: If employee contributes a minimum of $25 per month
towards the State of
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
Because the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary
Education values diversity in the workplace, people of all ethnic backgrounds,
disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
To Our Applicants with Disabilities: For
assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director
of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619.
Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs.
To inquire about other employment opportunities,
please call the Human Resource Voicemail System at (573) 751-3815; or access
our Web Page at: http://www.dese.mo.gov/divadm/humanres/vacancies.html
TTY/TDD users: Please
access the DESE Job-Line via the Relay Missouri service at 1-800-735-2966.
If you know of someone who would like to receive this information via the
Internet or if you would like to give us feedback, email us at webreply@dese.mo.gov.