Data Analyst

Overview

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

DATA ANALYST

 

WORKING TITLE

Data Analyst for Student Assignment

 

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Office of Student Assignment

 

LOCATION

Crossroads I, Cary, NC

 

PAY GRADE

Noncertified Grade 26

 

FLSA STATUS

Nonexempt

 

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

No

 

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends)

Eligible for HYBRID Telework week

 

POSITION PURPOSE:

Manages data associated with School Choice and Capital Improvement Plan initiatives. Acts as a technical support to Director of Student Transfers and Senior Director of Student Assignment. Creates and manages reports to assist with internal and external partners’ needs.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point; Google Apps;
• Ability to analyze and organize data;
• Ability to collect data, create reports, and provide assistance with analyzing final work products for the team;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff and parents/guardians.

 

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Associates degree from a regionally accredited college or university;
• Experience in analyzing and researching data.

 

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

      None

 

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of experience in data analysis, systems integration, or a related field; experience with educational systems or student enrollment processes;
• Familiarity with student information systems (e.g., PowerSchool) and online application platforms.

 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensures accuracy of statistical information maintained in databases used for School Choice and Capital Improvement Plan initiatives.

Acts as a technical support to Director of Student Transfers and Senior Director of Student Assignment.

Creates and manages reports to assist with internal and external partners’ needs.

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position works in a professional environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, students, families, and the community. Work at times requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or exert up to 10 pounds. Physical requirements are consistent with those for sedentary work.

 

EFFECTIVE DATE:  4/2025

 

DISCLAIMER:  The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position.  They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.