Contract Python Data Analysis Jobs in Albany, NY

Duties Description The New York State Education Department's (NYSED) Office of Performance Improvement and Management Services is seeking candidates for a Data Analyst 4 position in the Office of Information and Reporting Services (IRS). IRS is responsible for New York State's education data collection, management, and reporting process, including implementing and monitoring the Department's data collection schedule and reporting calendar for federal and State reporting for P-12 and higher education data in New York State. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: Serve as the Assistant Data Director overseeing data collection, management, and reporting process that contribute to accountability and school improvement in Educator and State Assessment Data; Provide vision, leadership, and communication with respect to implementation and expansion of the data collection and reporting in the areas mentioned above; Serve as primary liaison/data subject expert to the Office of State Assessment, Offices of Teacher and Leader Development & Teaching Initiatives within Office of Higher Education, L2RPT Data Warehouse Team, and Student Management System (SMS) vendors; Collaborate with program offices on data gathering needs, provide updates to program offices leadership, and establish relationships; Identify agency operational requirements and priorities to determine data analytic reporting needs.

Oversee data collection and quality assurance, implement and monitor the data collection schedule and reporting calendar for federal and state reporting; Evaluate internal data systems to ensure accuracy, identify issues and develop solutions for identified issues Implement and monitor policies and procedures governing the collection of student and school district data and information; Document and maintain procedures on agency data analytic processes and activities; Provide direction and support to collaborative data policy and practice workgroups with regional and local school districts; Partner with IT for Special Education data system maintenance, redesign, and improved functionality; Collaborate with technical support groups offered by Office of Special Education Program (OSEP), U.S. Department of Education; Manage a team of data analysts to support the integration of data collection and reporting into instruction and learning; Oversee technical assistance and training; Lead technical infrastructure development and modernization projects; and Perform other duties and special projects as required. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Non-competitive candidates must possess eleven years of experience in data visualization, and statistical models and data mining tools

Two years of the experience must have been at a managerial level. Substitution: An associate's degree may substitute for two years of specialized experience; a bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of specialized experience; a master's degree may substitute for five years of specialized experience; a J.D., may substitute for six years of specialized experience; a Ph.D. substitute for seven years of specialized experience

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifying experience is preferred when performed in a school, school district, BOCES, education oversight agency, educational institution, education research institution, or other related research institution.

Demonstrated experience in an education-related information technology program; demonstrated oversight of program operations while supervising a team of professional staff and, demonstrated strong analytical, organizational, reporting and communication abilities. Preference will be given to candidates who possess: Excellent communication and writing skills. Proficiency in data analytics using various software / languages (e.g., SAS, SPSS, R, Python, SQL, PL/SQL)

Ability to understand, collect, and develop business requirements / use cases and translate them into technical specifications. Experience and demonstrated success in managing large-scale and complex data systems and data analytic team. Familiarity with laws and regulations governing data collections and reporting in Special Education.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a temporary appointment pending Civil Service Commission approval of the Non-Competitive Jurisdictional Class. At such time, the appointment will become Permanent, Non-Competitive. Promotions and transfers may change appointees' negotiating unit.

Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of experience and/or education will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office.

This position leads to a maximum salary of $160,911 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts Interested in a job with New York State, but don't know where to start.

Visit these links for information on working for New York State: https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/ https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following: Holiday & Paid Time Off Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually. Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service. Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually

Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C. Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff. Health Care Benefits Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.

Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost. Additional Benefits Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply). NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.

Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only). Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligibility for various life insurance options.

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