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Overview

Please note: This recruitment will remain open until the closing date (March 4 2026 at 11:59 PM PST) or until 150 applications are received - whichever event occurs first.

Multnomah County voters chose to invest in high-quality culturally affirming joyous early learning opportunities for all 3 and 4 year-old children. This investment will transform educational experiences for young children and their families and we want you to help make it a success! Apply today to support applied research and program evaluation efforts for Preschool for All.

As the Early Learning Data Analyst Senior of the Preschool & Early Learning Division in the Department of County Human Services (DCHS) you will actively champion racial justice within early childhood programs and systems at Multnomah County and in the community. You will support applied research and program evaluation efforts for a highly visible preschool initiative focused on racial equity.

You will compile extract and analyze data from multiple complex data systems. Using that data you will create a variety of reports and dashboards that help strengthen Preschool for All implementation and increase transparency with the community. You will build strong and effective relationships between the Preschool and Early Learning Division and other early childhood entities across the state in order to increase data transparency and program quality.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Extract clean organize and link quantitative data from internal and external information systems to allow for analysis and reporting

• Perform difficult quantitative statistical analysis involving complex data and records from both primary and secondary sources including a variety of statewide early learning databases and census data

• Ensure that data analysis addresses implicit and explicit bias and centers the voices and experiences of Black Indigenous and People of Color

• Design develop and maintain ongoing project dashboards to increase transparency and accountability provide updates on implementation status and share key learnings

• Compile and organize complex information and data from multiple systems into a variety of reports and presentations

• Build strong working relationships with data and evaluation staff at outside agencies and with community partners

• Identify challenges with data quality and work to alleviate barriers to data sharing and reporting across multiple systems

• Work cross-teams including with IT to identify division-specific data management and storage needs; implement and maintain identified solutions

• Develop and document protocols that define variables data sources and data collection/analysis activities

• Implement and lead processes that minimize bias and ensure the collection and management of high quality data

Key Knowledge & Experience:

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding equity inclusion implicit bias institutional racism and other forms of systemic oppression

• Knowledge and understanding of cultures customs and social experiences of historically excluded communities experiencing barriers to opportunity especially for Black and Indigenous child care providers and families and Families and Providers of Color

• Experience (including lived) working in early childhood education or with children ages 0-8 and their families.

• Experience collecting and analyzing data using a racial equity lens or framework.

• Able to perform difficult quantitative statistical analysis involving complex data and records from both primary and secondary sources.

• Advanced knowledge of data visualization practices and reporting tools such as Tableau.

• Experience engaging diverse communities.

• Experience extracting cleaning organizing and linking data from multiple sources

To Qualify

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience volunteering education and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:

• Ability to promote a culture of respect inclusiveness and appreciation of diverse perspectives backgrounds and values

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field of study or equivalent education and/or practical experienced

• Three (3) years of experience in one or more of the following areas: data management data analysis or data visualization

• Must pass a criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain in your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Knowledge of early childhood systems early care and education and/or preschool quality

• Experience collaborating with community based organizations and/or government entities around data analysis and reporting

*Transferable Skills:

Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. Equity note: Research suggests that women and Black Indigenous and other persons of color are less likely than men and white job-seekers to apply for positions unless they are confident they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply and allow us to evaluate the knowledge skills and abilities that you demonstrate using an intentional equity lens.

The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future regular limited duration full or part time temporary or on-call positions.

Screening and Evaluation

Required Application Packet:

Your completed application must include all of the following items:

1) A completed online application and/or resume.

2) A cover letter. Please attach a cover letter as a separate document.

3) In your cover letter:

• Please describe how your background makes you a great candidate in this role described in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement.

• Preschool for All is a truly unique opportunity to build a new system for children and families in our community. Please include why working on this initiative appeals to you.

• Please tell us about a time you applied a racial justice and equity lens when analyzing or discussing data.

Please note: Your application and/or resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an quality of your response may determine if you are moved on to the next review. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the online application/resume about how your background is relevant. Information stated in your cover letter must be consistent with your application and/or resume (when applicable).

Internal candidates: After you have submitted your application please check your Workday inbox and complete the Veterans Preference Questionnaire prior to the application deadline.

Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference for this recruitment. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. The recruiter as listed on the job announcement must receive all required documentation by the closing date of the recruitment.

The Selection Process

For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications

• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates

• Consideration of top candidates through phone screen and/or interviews

• Background and reference checks

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Additional Information

Type of Position: This hourly union-represented position is eligible for overtime pay.

Location: 458 SE 185TH Avenue Portland OR 97233

Schedule: Monday - Friday 40 hours per week

Teleworking: At this time this position can be designated as routine telework. This designation of telework may be subject to change at a future time. Currently all employees who telework must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

Benefits: Multnomah County offers a generous benefits package. For more information about our benefit offerings please visit: Equity: The county regularly reviews pay equity for our workforce. When setting pay we consider applicants education experience seniority training and tenure in relation to other employees performing a similar level of work.

Serving the Public Even During Disasters Everyday Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather natural disaster or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses while typically there begins with a call for volunteers county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

In accordance with Oregon Law Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume cover letter and other application materials.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

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