Data Scientist

Position Type:
Data Assessment/Data Scientist

Location:
Educational Service Center

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Job Summary: The Education Data Scientist supports continuous improvement and equitable student outcomes by leading district and site level data collection, analysis, and reporting efforts through the use of advanced analytics and program evaluation.

Statement of duty/responsibility: Design, implement, and continuously improve data collection, integration, and analysis tools and dashboards to support instructional and organizational decision-making.

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:

Research, evaluate, and recommend data collection, integration, and analysis tools for use district-wide (e.g. assessment platforms, survey tools, data warehouses, dashboards).
Design, build, and maintain data dashboards and self-service reports that provide timely actionable data for schools and departments (e.g. PowerBI).
Provide on-going learning and technical support for teachers and principals in use of data management tools and systems (e.g. FastBridge, RTI Stored, Qualtrics, Insights & Analytics, PowerBI).
Monitor and document the performance, usability, and effectiveness of data management tools and systems and recommend improvements.
Support the design and implementation of district programs and policies by providing data, modeling scenarios, and simulating potential impacts.
Stay current with research and emerging practices in educational data science, assessment, and learning analytics.
Statement of duty/responsibility: Apply statistical analysis, predictive analysis, and program evaluation methods to provide recommendations and present on student learning, organizational performance, and equity.

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:

Research, evaluate, and recommend data collection, integration, and analysis tools for use district-wide (e.g. assessment platforms, survey tools, data warehouses, dashboards).
Design, build, and maintain data dashboards and self-service reports that provide timely actionable data for schools and departments (e.g. PowerBI).
Provide on-going learning and technical support for teachers and principals in use of data management tools and systems (e.g. FastBridge, RTI Stored, Qualtrics, Insights & Analytics, PowerBI).
Monitor and document the performance, usability, and effectiveness of data management tools and systems and recommend improvements.
Support the design and implementation of district programs and policies by providing data, modeling scenarios, and simulating potential impacts.
Stay current with research and emerging practices in educational data science, assessment, and learning analytics.
Statement of duty/responsibility: Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and ethical use in alignment with district policies, state and federal requirements, and best practices in data governance.

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:

Define and document data standards, data definitions, and validation rules to promote consistency.
Collaborate with technology, legal, and student services teams to ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g. FERPA) and ethical use of data.
Support required reporting and submissions by preparing accurate, timely datasets and summaries for the requestor, as needed.
Support the ongoing maintenance of the Standard Operating Procedures documents.
Statement of duty/responsibility: Identify staff needs, using formal and informal staff assessment tools and assist in planning and conducting in-service activities.

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:

Assess and analyze professional learning needs in areas such as data literacy, data analysis, data management system use (i.e., Insights & Analytics, FastBridge, RTI Stored), data template use and others.
Develop and facilitate a feedback system for staff needs.
Assist in delivering relevant training.
Statement of duty/responsibility:  Other duties as assigned.

Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:

Perform other duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.
Essential knowledge and specialized subject knowledge required to perform the essential functions of the job:

Knowledge of data systems, balanced assessment framework, and data tools
Knowledge of current trends in student assessment and program evaluation
Skilled in using computer applications, including data tools and programming languages, such as Microsoft Excel, Google Suite, SQL, MnMTSS, Python, PowerBI, SPSS, VS Code, and other statistical software
Ability to perform data collection, cleaning, integration, manipulation, transformation, analysis, and interpretation across multiple systems and data types
Skilled in applying statistical methods and program evaluation techniques to answer complex educational questions
Ability to design and maintain dashboards, visualizations, and reports that support decision-making
Skilled in presenting and communicating complex information with a diverse set of leaders in a clear, meaningful, and accurate way
Ability to translate technical findings into compelling narratives, visualizations and recommendations for non-technical audiences, including school board members, district leaders, principals, teachers, and community partners
Ability to collaborate to ensure that sites are supported and the needs of each student are met
Knowledge of project planning and management
Ability to anticipate needs and prioritize work based on the Strategic Plan of the district and Operational plans of the departments and sites
Minimum qualifications include:

Completion of graduate-level education equivalent to at least two (2) full years of study toward a master’s or doctoral degree in Data Science, Statistics, Educational Measurement, Quantitative Methods, Education, Psychology or a closely related field.
Salary Range: Pay Grade 117 Salaried Professionals Contract; Hiring Range: $110,160 – $134,946.
Bargaining unit: Salaried Professionals
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Year Round

Desired start date: July 1, 2026

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
and more
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer. Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, color, marital status, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Process Upon Conditional Offer: Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.