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State of Minnesota Student Pathways Analyst - Management Analyst 3 in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Working Title: Student Pathways Analyst - Management Analyst 3
Job Class: Management Analyst 3
Agency: Education Department
Job ID : 77525
Location : Minneapolis
Telework Eligible : Yes - Telework arrangements may be possible. You will discuss your preferences and requirements of the position and complete a telework agreement. Employees do need to reside in MN or a border state and may need to report to the office on a periodic basis.
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 06/12/2024
Closing Date : 07/05/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE
Division/Unit : Education-St Paul / Data Analytics
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $26.64 - $39.06 / hourly; $55,624 - $81,557 / annually
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
End Date : 09/27/2027
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
As a Student Pathways Analyst in the Data Practice and Analytics division, you will enhance overall knowledge of K-12 educational programs and their outcomes through expanded use of the Statewide Longitudinal Education Data Systems (SLEDS) data and reports. Duties will include:
Conduct analyses that explore pathways to graduation, workforce participation, and a family-sustaining wage;
Evaluate associated outcomes for expanded or nontraditional K-12 programming options [such as online learning, rigorous course taking (e.g. concurrent or postsecondary enrollment options (PSEO), Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) classes)], participation in advanced examinations (e.g., AP, IB), Career and Technical (CTE) course concentration, and enrollment in state-approved alternative programs;
Investigate the links between demographic characteristics and educational pathway choice; and
Analyze multiple, interrelated pathways throughout students' education to examine how student experiences, program participation, and intermediate outcomes at various stages in students' K-12 educational experience are associated with, and may provide a key influence on, later K-12, postsecondary and workforce choices and attainment.
Minimum Qualifications
3 years of professional analysis experience
OR
A bachelor's or master's degree AND 2 years of professional analysis experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with statistical software (e.g., R, SAS, SPSS, STATA)
Experience with data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Experience with technical writing
Experience working on a research project
Experience working with people in other sectors
Experience with education data
Additional Requirements
A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
Employment Reference Check
Conflict of Interest Review
The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.