Data Analyst Division of K-12 Education Innovation and Scholar Success
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Job Location:
Grand Rapids, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Salary & Benefits: Minimum starting salary of $73000 commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical vision dental life insurance generous employer retirement contributions wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Assist in the production of annual School Performance Reports for all charter public schools authorized by GVSU.
- Build test and deploy reports and dashboards in Power BI and other enterprise reporting platforms.
- Develop queries and analyze data using internal compliance data and public databases to develop a variety of portfolio-level and school level reports related to student enrollment demographics academic growth and achievement and college matriculation and retention.
- Identify opportunities to improve data collection/management and the use of data in planning and oversight decisions.
- Work with university Data Advisory body to design and develop new reporting tools in response to DEISS needs and priorities.
- Partner with GVSU faculty and staff as well as external stakeholders to collaborate on various research and reporting projects.
- Assist DEISS in ensuring all data management and reporting needs are met with integrity and in a timely fashion.
- Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Bachelors degree in data analytics computer science statistics or related field.
- Two (2) years of full-time experience in data analysis educational statistics data visualization data management or methods analysis operations research organizational research or program evaluation educational personnel or public administration.
- Expertise in statistical software packages and programming languages such as R SAS and SQL
- Experience with the design and visualization of data with Tableau or Power BI.
- Proficiency in other Microsoft Office software applications.
- Ability to conduct data analyses around educational issues.
- Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to perform independently.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills in dealing with administrative and school-based personnel.
- Ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritize in a demanding environment.
- Demonstrate interest and/or experience in education and public policy.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Masters degree in data analytics computer science statistics or related field.
- Experience working in an institution of higher education.
- Experience working in or with Michigans charter public school sector.
- Experience with Michigan educational data resources such as .
- Familiarity with major university data systems (Banner Slate Workday).
How to Apply: Attach your cover letter and resume applications missing required documents will not be considered. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting please contact Kate Boswell Gallagher If you need technical assistance please contact Human Resources at
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States a lawful permanent resident a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
Application Deadline: Application review begins February 16 2026 and this posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1- (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Experience
- Education Administration
- Lesson Planning
- Special Education
- Adult Education
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
About Company
At Grand Valley State University, we empower learners in their pursuits, professions, and purpose. The university enriches society through excellent teaching, active scholarship, advancement of equity, and public service.
