Collect, summarize and analyze outcome data associated with the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education’s (OSRHE) GEAR UP project – a federally funded initiative aimed at student early awareness and readiness for college. Complete Annual Performance Report (APR) and interim reports. Lead data-based strategic planning with grant staff. Guide improvements in using data to make instructional decisions in the thirteen partnering K12 school districts. Present data to stakeholders at state advisory board meetings and other settings.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Develop methodologies to evaluate and analyze GEAR UP program metrics.
- Collect and review data (especially student performance data) provided in various formats, verify the data for accuracy, provide analysis, and write reports that include summary narratives, tables, graphs, and charts.
- In collaboration with other GEAR UP staff members, GEAR UP partner organizations, and external evaluators, conduct surveys, collect data, tabulate, analyze, and display data. This activity may require interaction with external data information systems.
- Design and deliver qualitative methods, such as focus groups and interviews, to examine participant experiences within the grant.
- Research and analyze topics, creating literature reviews as assigned to guide grant decisions.
- Support GEAR UP schools in the analysis of local data regarding trends, curriculum and culture.
- Compose correspondence to furnish or request needed data sets.
- Respond in a timely manner to information requests directly from Regents, the Chancellor, and the Assistant Vice Chancellor for GEAR UP.
- Coordinate data collection in preparation of the GEAR UP Annual Performance Report (APR) and other periodic reports as assigned. Submissions may require the use of web-based reporting systems.
- Manage the GEAR UP grant database for tracking service delivery at the student level. Work with the contracted database engineer to make needed improvements to the database as needs evolve. Manage the collection of the grant’s match documentation.
- Work with ACT / Iowa City to collect school data and generate reports.
- Evaluate vendors, programs and data collection systems utilized to implement the GEAR UP grant.
- Present grant data to stakeholders, including the GEAR UP state advisory board meetings, school administrator meetings, and other settings.
- Participate in regularly scheduled meetings of GEAR UP and OSRHE staff.
- Guide GEAR UP staff in utilizing data to improve program effectiveness.
- Give regular feedback to Assistant Vice Chancellor/Project Director and Grant Administrator regarding attendance and engagement in GEAR UP programs and activities.
- Maintain confidentiality with student, school and fiscal data.
- Extensive travel is required both in-state and out-of-state. Overnight travel is expected.
- Support the mission of GEAR UP with additional duties as needed to fulfill the grant goals.
- Daily attendance and punctuality at work are required.
Minimum Qualifications
A Master’s degree in education, statistics, or a related field, along with three (3) years of relevant experience in data analysis or program evaluation, is required; however, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, with up to two years of experience substituting for the required education. The applicant must be proficient with statistical software and chart and graph applications. They must have proven analytical, problem-solving, and verbal and written communication skills, along with the ability to work independently with excellent organization, communication, interpersonal skills, and demonstrate integrity, high expectations, commitment, respect, and passion for a student-centered environment. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work within timelines and deadlines. The successful candidate must provide a cellular phone for work-related activities and reliable transportation to various worksites. A valid Oklahoma driver’s license is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with data collection for large educational projects and data reporting on large federal programs with specific metrics. The ideal candidate should have experience in quantitative and qualitative methods. Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment as a member and a leader. Demonstrate a high level of personal integrity, a collaborative leadership style, and high ethical standards. Embrace feedback and constructive criticism in the spirit of constant improvement.
Supervision
The employee performs work under the supervision of the Assistant Vice Chancellor/ Project Director.
Work Hours Agency offices are open to the public from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. Monday through Friday. These are the normal office hours for Agency employees. Physical Demands
Ability to remain stationary for extended periods. Ability to operate a computer, keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment. Ability to use a computer screen and printed materials. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to use a cellular phone and operate a motor vehicle. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform tasks that may require reaching, bending, or stooping. Must use proper manual handling equipment, including but not limited to dollies, carts and lifting. Duties are normally performed in an environment with a low noise level.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.