Education Data Collection Specialist
Education Data Collection Specialist
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22-04-2025
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Introduction
The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a worldclass educational system that prepares all students for college andcareer success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from ourdivisions we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs ofa diverse population students teachers principals and other educatorsthroughout Maryland.
GRADE
21
LOCATION OF POSITION
Nancy S. Grasmick EducationBuilding
200 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore MD 21201
Hybrid schedule available(eligible for 2 telework days per week)
POSITION DUTIES
The Education Data CollectionSpecialist provides programmatic support and technical expertise in datacollections and management within the Division of Assessment AccountabilityPerformance Reporting & Research (DAAPR) in implementing the Departmentseducation accountability program. This position is critical to supporting theMaryland State Department of Educations (MSDE) mission to develop and supporta strong accountability system to increase academic success for allstudents.
The Data Collection Specialistis responsible for defining capturing assuring quality and reportdevelopment for data collections related to the data requirements under theElementary and Secondary Education Act (ESSA) the Blueprint for MarylandsFuture and as required by other state and federal laws. This position providesa critical role in compiling and reporting data collected from various sourcesrequired in the Blueprint for Marylands Future.
Responsibilities include:
- Collect and ensure the quality validity and usability of education data using standardized methods data validation techniques and programming languages like SAS.
- Develop and maintain documentation to support data collection processes including guidance and best practices.
- Identify and correct errors in data entry and offer guidance on how to resolve them.
- Manage databases and applications used in data collection for local education agencies (LEAs).
- Extract data from MSDE applications data warehouse and operational data stores.
- Create monitor and document the acquisition process to meet federal and state requirements.
- Manipulate data by merging appending and sorting datasets.
- Provide technical support to and collaborate with MSDE staff LEAs and DAAPR Directors to ensure data integrity.
- Develop reporting practices and standards.
- Provide education data analyses in response to adhoc inquiries.
- Summarize and report findings of education data.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:A Masters degree or theequivalent of 36 credit hours of postbaccalaureate coursework from anaccredited college or university.
Experience:Four years of professional experience in data collectionmanagement and analysis. Experience in or affiliated with an education programis preferred.
Notes:
- Candidates may substitute a Bachelors degree and two additional years of experience directly related to the position option for the required education.
- Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree at an accredited college or university in a field related to the position for one year of the required experience.
- The required field of education and experience are unique for each option and are established by MSDE in accordance with Education Article Section 2104 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. The specific education and experience qualifications for each position are on record in the Office of Human Resources.
- Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Education Program classifications or Education Program specialty codes in the Education field of work on a yearforyear basis for the required experience and education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will begiven to applicantswho possess the following preferredqualification(s).Include clear and specific information on yourapplication regardingyour qualifications.
- Experience in the collection management and analysis of education data.
- Experience in developing and maintaining documentation for education data processes.
- Experience providing technical support related to the collection of education related data.
- Experience with data analysis tools (e.g. SAS SQL Python Microsoft Excel Cognos).
- Experience creating and managing data collection tools and systems.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicantsmust consent to a State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedurefor all employees with this Agency.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that youprovide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet thequalifications for this recruitment. All information concerning yourqualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not considerinformation submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked asBest Qualified Better Qualified or Qualified and placed on the eligible(employment) list for at least one year.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Itis preferred that applicants complete the MD State Governmentonlineapplication for employment. The application must clearlydemonstrate thatthe applicant meets the minimum qualifications for theposition. If you are unable to apply online paper applications can beobtainedfrom the link below and mailed to MSDE Officeof HumanResources 200 W. Baltimore Street Baltimore MD 21201. If thereis asupplemental questionnaire this must be completed and sent in withyourpaper application if you are unable to apply online.
All application materials must be received inour office by the closingdate. Postmarks will not be must be complete to beconsidered including all related jobduties even if those are also listedon an attached resume. Additionalrequired materials may be uploaded with the online application or mailed totheaddress listed.
Inquiries can be made toTDD. Appropriateaccommodations can be made for individuals withdisabilities.
If you have difficulty with your user account orhave general questionsabout this online application system pleasecontact the MD Department ofBudget and Management Recruitment andExamination Division at. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.
Proof of eligibility to work is required incompliance with the ImmigrationReform and Control Act. Anymisrepresentation of academic or experiencerequirements for this positionmay result in nonselection or terminationof employment.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland iscommitted to recruitingretaining and promoting employees who arereflective of the Statesdiversity. People with disabilities andbilingual candidates are encouragedto apply.
We thank our Veterans for their service to ourcountry.
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Employment Type
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