The Research Specialist I supports and helps to lead the management of research and evaluation programs/policy in the district. This person also ensures research conducted has maximum benefit to the district. This individual provides direct support to district leaders and school-based staff on a variety of topics as they relate to research and evaluation in support of the district strategic plan. The person will also work with a wide range of stakeholders including community organizations, institutions of higher education, the state Department of Public Instruction, and others.

Salary range: $70,465 - $101,577 (12 months).

How To Apply

Administrative applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources by 11:59 pm on Sunday, June 12, 2022. A resume and three (3) letters of recommendation must be attached to the completed application. Each letter must be manually signed by its author and dated less than one (1) year old. Caution: When attaching documents to the application, be sure the documents are legible. If the documents cannot be read, your application may be disqualified from consideration. Appointment by the Board of School Directors is contingent upon a passing criminal background check, a passing drug/alcohol test, and credential verification. Non-MPS employees must submit official transcripts confirming a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree. No applications will be accepted after the deadline date and time.

Other Information

As of November 1, 2021, all MPS employees are required to be fully vaccinated. The health and safety of our staff and students is our number one priority. That's why all offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) to pass the pre-employment requirements. Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in educational measurement, statistics, educational psychology, evaluation, or a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years of related experience in research in an educational setting or other public sector environments.
• Equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience in database and statistical applications in an educational setting will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conducts a variety of appropriately applied methodologies for inquiry on assigned projects and initiatives.
• Conducts data analyses with appropriate statistical tools, tests, and methods using statistical software and/or relational databases.
• Provides consultation to a wide audience, both internal and external, in and for the district.
• Coordinate the review and approval process for internal and external research quests including implementing appropriate control for the release of confidential information and consultation regarding research methods.
• Coordinates survey design, analysis, and question formation.
• Leads program evaluations and research studies in collaboration with program staff.
• Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released must submit a written statement to that effect to the Department of Human Capital. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best-qualified candidates.