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MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.Core Values: and#8226; We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students. and#8226; We are People-Centered: We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students.and#8226; We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.and#8226; We are Servant Leaders: Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them.New hires, re-hires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees in their same classification. Offers will be commensurate with the candidateand#8217;s experience and qualifications and will thoughtfully consider internal pay equity for agency staff who perform similar duties and have similar qualifications. The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates who exceed the requirements and qualifications for the role. The maximum salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.This is a 10-day posting, which will close on December 11, 2025 at 11:59pm.Position Overview: The Division of Educator Data, Research, and Strategy (EDRS) provides analytical leadership and support for departments across the Office of Educator Systems and Support. EDRs supported the Authorizing department in support of their mission. The Authorizing department cultivates innovative, high-quality learning opportunities and provides Texas families with the necessary information to access these options. The aim is to support more students in finding high-quality, best-fit schools. TEA assists LEAs in creating diverse options, including charter and virtual/hybrid schools, through start-up and replication grants, accelerator programs, and incubation supports. It establishes authorizing best practices across Texas through multiple technical assistance pathways and ensures the portfolio of opportunities for Texas families is of high quality through evaluation, monitoring, and oversight.The Systems Analyst for Educator Savings Account Data plays a critical role in providing usable, useful, and timely data required for the execution of the Educator Savings Account program. Reporting to the Director for Educator Data, Research and Strategy and#8211; Authorizing team, this person uses SAS, SQL, PowerBi, Excel, Smartsheets, Visual Basic, and other tools to ensure strong data collection practices and transparent communication of data with internal and external stakeholders. This analyst leverages data expertise to build requirements and prioritize improvements in collaboration with key intra-TEA teams to construct and continuously improve the relevant data infrastructure. This professional designs and executes quality assurance processes to ensure accurate and repeatable result. In addition, this expert various software tools to provide timely communication of data related to ESAs and other initiatives of the Authorizing department. The person makes use of Smartsheet and other specialized TEA systems to manage their own project load. This professional works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates. Please note that a resume, tailored cover letter, and short answer responses are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check. Essential FunctionsJob duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.1. ESA Data Coordination: Design, implement, update, document, and standardize processes related to Education Savings Account data to meet statutory and technical requirements; this includes writing and revising SQL queries and SAS Programs, using Visual Basic, Excel, and Citrix Sharefile to efficiently share data with external stakeholders, and Microsoft Word to document requirements and technical processes; manages work independently with minimal oversight.2. ESA Data Transmission: Develop, update, and test protocols for transmission of ESA data, including creation and documentation of protocols and tests, monitor and report on transmission health for all EDRS Authorizing data products, including those using PowerBI Data Gateways and Smartsheet Data Shuttle; collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure high quality data transmission.3. ESA Data Infrastructure: Develop, implement, document, and improve data infrastructure to support the efficient reception, storage, packaging, and transmission of ESA-related data, including SharePoint, AWS, ShareFile, and SmartSheets; leveraging feedback to calibrate and improve the system.4. Quality Assurance: Conducts quality review of data sets and other analytical products created or received by the EDRS - Authorizing unit, acting on feedback from other team members to systematically improve data and visualization products.
Qualifications: Minimum Qualificationsand#8226; Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or universityand#8226; Experience: At least four (4) years of experience in systems analysis and design workand#8226; Substitutions: An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experienceOther Qualificationsand#8226; Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the militaryand#8226; Experience working with large data sets and educational systems are preferredand#8226; Ability to plan, organize, manage, and execute multiple work streams and projects at a high quality with minimal supervisionand#8226; Familiarity with interpreting Texas statutes, administrative codes, and written policies; Texas Administrative and Education Code preferredand#8226; Excellent writing and oral communication skills, including proficiency with documenting standards and procedures of workand#8226; Experience coordinating with cross-functional teams to enhance APIsand#8226; Skill in using statistical software, including strong skills in SASand#8226; Expertise with programming techniques and languages used in relational databases, including SQLand#8226; Experience in developing tools in business intelligence software, including Microsoft PowerBI, Microsoft Excel, and Smartsheetsand#8226; Knowledge of documentation best practicesand#8226; Experience with designing and generating high-quality reports suitable for a range of audiences including file and accessibility managementand#8226; Experience with analyzing computer systems and procedures to identify areas for improvementand#8226; Knowledge of Texas Education Saving Account policy preferredand#8226; A desire to self-reflect, give receive feedback, and continuously improveAs an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the military employment preference.To review the Military Occu
