Program Manager Data Services

Position Function:

Oversee the collection organization analysis and maintenance of data for ongoing and new research and programmatic initiatives within MSU Extension Early Childhood Programs.

Salary Grade:15

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Department Profile:

Throughout its history Mississippi State University-Extension (MSU-ES) has demonstrated a deep and abiding commitment to programs that directly impact young children and their the past decade MSU-ES has distinguished itself as Mississippis premier infrastructural support of high-quality early childhood education.

Anticipated Appointment Date:

March 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following examples are intended as illustrations of the types of duties assigned to positions in this classification. The absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment.

1. Manage and maintain organizational data systems including data collection manipulation analysis and reporting using software such as Microsoft Office Suite SPSS GIS and other data management platforms.
2. Lead the development implementation and maintenance of new data systems to meet emerging program needs and reporting requirements.
3. Create and oversee the submission of programmatic state and federal reports.
4. Train staff and stakeholders on data systems reporting processes and data integrity practices.
5. Coordinate in-service training opportunities for early childhood staff.
6. Lead complex and time-sensitive projects from planning through execution.
7. Represent the department at conferences meetings and events as required.
8. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelors degree with focus in Information systems Statistics Data Science Early Childhood or related field.

Valid drivers license.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Demonstrated experience with data systems relevant to early childhood and family support programs. Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with program administrators supervisors and partners.
2. Masters degree in information systems Statistics or other related field.
3. Demonstrated experience with early childhood data systems such as Teaching Strategies GOLD or other program reporting platforms.
4. Candidate must be highly proficient in SPSS Microsoft Office Suite and GIS.
5. Valid Drivers License and the ability to travel as required during performance of assigned tasks.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of standard computer programs in addition to statistical packages ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and the ability to manage multiple tasks with deadlines.
2. Ability to independently perform high-quality work following well-defined policies and procedures while simultaneously performing in a team environment.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with effective public speaking skills.
4. Knowledge of university state or federal reporting procedures.
5. Ability to engage in multiple tasks simultaneously.
6. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
7. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
8. Employee development and maintenance skills.
9. Ability to supervise and train management staff to include organizing prioritizing and scheduling work assignments.
10. Demonstrated ability to work as a team player.
11. Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Regularly involves lifting bending or other physical exertion
Job requires standing stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling and lifting up to 40 pounds.
Frequent shifts in work priority: interruptions requiring immediate attention; unusual pressure due to accountability for success and project completion
Frequently requires walking sitting reaching talking hearing handling objects with hands
Ability to see information in print and/or electronically and ability to distinguish colors
Ability to travel out of local area. Frequent travel will be required. Must have reliable transportation use of personal car required.
Required work outside the standard 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. schedule.

Instructions for Applying:

Link to apply: applicants MUST apply online at to be considered for this position.

The following documents and information are required for application:
Cover Letter
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Contact information for at least three professional references
Current unofficial transcript (with social security numbers removed prior to submission)

An official transcript will be required if selected for employment.

Screening Date:

March 2 2026 until filled.

Restricted Clause:

Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment programs or activities based on race color ethnicity sex pregnancy religion national origin disability age sexual orientation genetic information status as a U.S. veteran or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance 231 Famous Maroon Band Street P.O. 6044 Mississippi State MS 39762 .

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