Research/Data Analyst II

About the Position

This position is in the Bureau of Data and Compliance within the Office of Special Education (OSE). Duties will require knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), State Board of Education Chapter 74, Rule 19, U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs Federal Data Collection and Reporting Requirements, and the Mississippi Student Information System (MSIS). This position requires regular communication with LEA Special Education Directors and Administrators, the MDE OSE Data Team, and Stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting data for the December 1 Count, Child Find, and Determination reports for the OSE, as required by the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) and IDEA.
• Provide support to the LEAs regarding data and reporting, data reporting and analysis, report development, and related follow-up activities.
• Assist in the Integrated Monitoring Systems by monitoring Districts in the Cyclical and Intensive stage.
• Collect, maintain, analyze, and report special education data to support the Mississippi Department of Education, Office of Special Education.
• Assist with the December 1 Child Count, Child Find, Determination, and other data collections required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), and the State Performance Plan/Annual Performance Report (SPP/APR).
• Use spreadsheets and databases to develop reports, perform data analyses, and ensure the accuracy, quality, and integrity of reported data.
• Provide technical assistance to local education agencies (LEAs) on data collection and reporting requirements.
• Support integrated monitoring activities, including monitoring districts in the Cyclical and Intensive stages, to promote compliance and continuous program improvement.

Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience.

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
• Experience in data and reporting in MSIS.

Pay

$47,425.15 - $73,345.13 annually

Benefits

• Health/Prescription Insurance with single or family coverage options
• Wellness and health promotion program with first-dollar coverage for certain services
• Life insurance at two times annual salary (up to $100,000 maximum)
• Optional dental, vision, and cancer insurance at discounted premiums
• Flexible Spending Accounts for childcare and unreimbursed medical expenses
• Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave (approximately 18 days personal and 12 days sick annually)
• Military Leave (15 days per year for training)
• Up to 10 paid holidays per year
• Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program (vesting after 8 years)
• Deferred Compensation voluntary retirement savings plan
• State Credit Union membership eligibility
• Tuition Reimbursement opportunities
• Career Development and Training through MSPB and individual agencies
• Promotional Opportunities after 6 months of service
• Career Ladders based on competency attainment

Schedule

Full-Time