Director Data
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POSITION OVERVIEW
The Director of Data (DOD) is responsible for establishing the organizationwide vision and structure for the collection warehousing and analyses of academic and operations data for KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools. They are the primary liaison between the requirements and goals of the Schools and Operations Team as it relates to using and maintaining data for the region. The Director of Data will ensure data systems are established and optimized and manage projects that span across different teams in the region. This role will also involve setting an ambitious yet feasible plan for ensuring that the organizations data infrastructure supports the tools needed to effectively monitor student school and organizational progress towards key goals and priorities identified by the instructional leadership and data teams.
The Director of Data will also be responsible for ensuring systems exist to accomplish regional and schoolbased goals aligned to student achievement rostering and monitoring academic systems state testing and regional data analytics. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of the technical and functional aspects of database design and operations as well as a strong understanding of SQL and other programming languages. The DOD also works closely with the KIPP Foundation Data team and the DCPS Assessment team.
The ideal candidate will understand K12 or higher education have a proven track record of building organizational capacity to integrate data into decisionmaking and the capacity to analyze existing systems to engage staff in process improvements. This role manages the Manager of Data and Instructional Technology a Data Analyst and our lead Student Information Systems manager. The Director of Data also serves on the regions Senior Leadership Team and is managed by the Chief Operations Office. This position is part of the Shared Services Team and is a yearround employee. Typical hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. but vary based on the season.
This is a fulltime role on the Shared Services team which oversees four schools currently and is actively planning for growth in future school years. As a member of the Shared Services team this individual would be responsible for doing whatever it takes to ensure that students develop the knowledge skills and character strengths they need to succeed throughout their education and in the competitive world beyond.
This position performs duties as assigned by their manager.
KEY DUTIES
Data Optimization
Maintains and optimizes student data systems and integrates multiple data systems to allow staff to answer key business questions
Oversees the development and management of the KIPP Jacksonville data and research agenda
Identifies appropriate department level owners of various data functions and coordinates the necessary training and support on these functions.
Maximizing Technology for Learning
Collaborates with the Senior Director of Curriculum and Instruction and school leaders to develop and implement educational technology strategy and appropriate professional development to maximize the teaching and learning potential of the data and technology investments
General Department Leadership
Manages a Data team currently consisting of a Manager Data & Assessment and a Manager Data Analytics.
Manage a team of SIS Managers with the Lead Manager reporting directly to the DOD.
Engages in long term strategic planning for the data department in alignment with the KIPP Jacksonville growth strategy
Plans and advocates for the budget needed to acquire and maintain all major data systems systems
Manages relationship with all data and blended learning vendors to ensure programmatic and financial value of those contracts and agreements
Ensures team provides Superior Stakeholder Service to all parties within and outside of KIPP Jacksonville Schools
Other duties as assigned by their manager
COMPENSATION
The annual salary for this position is between $67000 and $75000. This does not include any stipends for which the person in this role would be eligible.
Free individual health benefits (including medical dental and vision)*
403(b) retirement program with a company match*
All staff members receive individualized support and professional development*
*Offerings are subject to change each school year. Details would be outlined in an offer letter if issued.
Qualifications :
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors Degree in Technology Technology Education Education with Technology related coursework or other equivalent field
Demonstrated mastery of Microsoft Excel
A minimum of five 5 of related management and leadership experience in the industry
Technical skill that includes:
Fluency in SQL and 3 years of experience in at least 1 scripting language (preferably Python).
Highly proficient in relational database design Transact SQL MDX and stored procedure development.*
Proven experience in the design and development of complex solutions using Microsoft SQL Server SSIS SSRS and SSAS.
Extensive experience in data modeling (normalized and multidimensional) & architecture.
Working knowledge of Amazon Web Services.
Hands on experience designing and building reports using BI applications such as Crystal Reports SSRS and Tableau (preferred)
High level of organization and keen attention to detail
Experience with student information systems (i.e. Powerschool Focus Schools Software) and student assessment programs (i.e. Illuminate Education NWEA/MAP).
Ability to manage multiple complex projects and achieve results within required time functionality performance quality and budget requirements
Understanding of system analysis design development testing and quality assurance methodologies
Ability to quickly learn KIPP Jacksonvilles policies regulations and practices including our core values of high expectations a growth mindset commitment to team trust joy and sustainability
Ability to write external functional specifications
Ability to assess develop and manage effective performance teams
Excellent skills in the areas of technical process improvement teambuilding and oral and written communications
Some understanding of a variety of technology architectures including webbased architectures client/server and centralized computing models
Ablity to lead and manage others
Extensive experience analyzing large datasets with high accuracy and attention to detail
HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
An advanced degree in Technology Technology Education Education with Technology or related coursework
Knowledge of and ability to implement current information technologies and best practices
Coursework or training in data analysis and visualization; knowledge of coding/programming
Expertise with specialized data integration and ETL tools such as Pentaho Spoon SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
Expertise with data reporting and dashboarding tools such as SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
Experience with the above in an educational context.
Experience with educationspecific information systems such as PowerSchool DeansList and Illuminate
Additional Information :
APPLY
Please complete an application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered that submit resumes through other job postings. Link here: youre a current KIPP Jax team member you should:
1 Inform your current manager of your interest in the role and
2 Complete the online application
QUESTIONS
If you have questions about this position please email Emma at Please understand that resumes and/or cover letters are not accepted via email and you will be redirected to apply via the website.
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color gender handicap age religion sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
