REA is looking to hire Research Analyst 1's to start immediately.

Performs entry level professional work involving collecting, compiling and analyzing data; prepares recommendations based on data research; performs related duties as required. Works under the close technical and administrative supervision of a district administrator or unit supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
-Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-Working knowledge of statistical practices and procedures.
-Working knowledge of the principles, theories, techniques and procedures of gathering, assembling and utilizing research data.
-Working ability to make arithmetic computations with speed and accuracy.
-Working ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
-Working ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the general public and other departmental personnel.
-Working ability to determine and solve problems of a complex nature.
-Working ability to operate modern office calculation equipment.

Responsibilities

The essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:
-Assists in designing or revising forms and questionnaires to collect social, economic, demographic, legislative or judicial data.
-Assists in compiling, computing, tabulating and verifying collected data; assists in collecting data from primary sources, records or reports.
-Assists in preparing tables, maps, graphs and charts for visual presentations or to include in various reports; assists in preparing narrative and statistical sections of requested reports.
-Composes correspondence and supplies information concerning reports and/or data requested by citizens, district staff or outside agencies.
-Assists in maintaining contact with other departments or agencies to facilitate data exchanges.
-Assists in the evaluation of data for usability and applicability; assists in determining trends or future needs in the District.
-Assists in determining the department's data needs, coordinating informational systems for departmental utilization and developing and maintaining an information database for departmental use.
-Attends meetings, hearings and conferences of departmental interest; researches and presents requested data to committees, conferences or meetings.
-Other related duties as assigned.

Essentials Functions

Essential functions are job duties that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities.

Regular and reliable attendance.

May be exposed to various cleaning products.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedules

This is a 12 month position working 40 hours per week.

Salary and benefits are in accordance with the PEA negotiated labor agreement. The labor agreement and salary schedule can be found at https://www.spps.org/Page/33566 . The minimum rate of pay for this position is $49,264 annually.

Benefits are available to new employees after 30 days of active employment. Benefits include medical insurance, life insurance, sick leave, pension plan, tax-free retirement account, and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation, dental insurance and disability insurance. A benefits summary is available at https://www.spps.org/Domain/13220 .

How to Apply

To be considered further, please apply for this position and attach a resume and cover letter to your online application.

The Human Resource Department will review your application materials and contact you regarding the next steps.

To attach additional documents to your online application, click on the "Additional Attachments" link from the applicant homepage and upload your documents as attachments. Valid file extensions for attaching a document include .doc, .txt, .rtf, and .pdf.

Other Information

Transcript - Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. You must submit official transcripts within 30 days of your start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside of the United States.

Veteran's Preference - If you are an eligible veteran applying for a job where veteran's preference applies and wish to claim Veterans Preference you must submit a legible copy of your DD214 to the Human Resource Department with your employment application. If your claim is approved, five or ten additional points will be added to your final passing score.

Criminal Background Investigation and Reference Checks - Reference checks and a criminal background investigation will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees and for former employees who have not been employed by the District for more than six months.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

Equity Statement

SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.