Research Analyst - College and Career Readiness

State of Missouri
Jefferson City, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Apr 15, 2025
  • Salary: $60,024 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:60024
  • Full Time
  • Administrative Analysis and Research
  • Job Description

    Job Location: This position will be located at 205 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, MO 65101.

    Why you’ll love this position:

    This position was established to execute a PK-12 Statewide longitudinal data system. These responsibilities also include the coordination of disseminating information via the Departments web presence. This position will provide leadership and ensure the collection and reporting of quality data in the Office of College and Career Readiness.

    • Conducts data analyses that support the strategic planning and accountability for Adult Education and Literacy, CTE, Curriculum, Literacy, School Based Mental Health, and School Counseling and Student Wellness.

    • Creates advanced queries using Microsoft SQL or similar tools to process data requests from OCCR staff and other entities such as local education agencies (LEAs), state agencies, and the public.

    • Protects sensitive data by understanding state and federal laws pertaining to education data.

    • Assists LEAs with Missouri Student Information System/Core Data system data collection, reporting, and analysis.

    • Collects, compiles, and coordinates data efforts for data submissions.

    • Serves as a liaison between OCCR and Office of Data Systems Management to develop, prepare, track, and implement data projects.

    • Conducts and participates in local, regional, and state seminars, webinars, workshops, and conferences.

    • Designs, creates, and maintains data visualizations using graphical tools such as Tableau.

    • Performs other related work as assigned.

    • Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in education technology, mathematics, statistics, economics, computer science, data science, or information technology or closely related field.

    OR

    • Four years progressive experience working with large data sets, including data quality, data planning, and documentations. Experience must include work with using data for research, business intelligence, public reporting or closely related tasks. Experience must include two years’ work with statistical software and analytics.

    Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

    The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

    If you have questions about this position please contact: hr@dese.mo.gov

    Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at hr@dese.mo.gov .

    Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI), 7 th Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email civilrights@dese.mo.gov.



    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. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.

    Notice to Applicants:
    The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

    The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
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    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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