Job Description

Full job description

Initial Posting Date:

11/08/2024

Application Deadline:

11/17/2024

Agency:

Oregon Department of Education

Salary Range:

$4,998 - $7,647

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Business Intelligence Analyst

Job Description:

Position Title: Business Intelligence Analyst
Classification: Program Analyst 2
Salary: $4,998-7,647 ($5,345 - $8,177 PERS)
Representation: SEIU
Position Type: Permanent
Time Type: Full Time

Are you looking for a chance to shape something from the ground up? We are seeking a Business Intelligence Analyst to join a brand new unit on our Office of Finance and Information Technology team at the

Oregon Department of Education

. This is a permanent position represented by the

Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

. If you're ready to thrive in a rapidly evolving space and play a key role in a transformative initiative, we want to hear from you!


This role is a hybrid of remote work and will need to report to the office when business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities. Remote work is embraced to the fullest extent possible without interfering with business.

About Us:

The

Oregon Department of Education’s

(ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its

mission

, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system.

The

Office of Finance and Information Technology’s

(OFIT’s) primary service is to provide timely and reliable fiscal, administrative, and information technology services. The work is designed to ensure that all agency services adhere to all applicable laws and regulations, while seeking solutions focused on the needs of Oregon's children. OFIT contributes to an infrastructure that allows ODE staff to focus on the core mission of leadership, accountability, and school improvement.

What You Will Do!


The primary role of the Business Intelligence Analyst is to administer the BI program, overseeing day-today operations, ensuring the effective use of business intelligence tools, and managing data validation processes to guarantee data accuracy and integrity. This role is responsible for coordinating the maintenance of existing BI systems while supporting the development and implementation of new BI tools and analytics platforms. Additionally, the BI Analyst ensures that all data used in BI systems meets established validation standards

As the Business Intelligence Analyst, you will play a key part in aligning the BI program with organizational goals, particularly in supporting data-driven decision-making and ensuring the accuracy of the data that drives these decisions. The Analyst will collaborate with IT staff, program leaders, and other stakeholders to manage system upgrades, improve security, and enhance the functionality of BI tools while minimizing disruption to existing operations.

Typical Duties Include:

Program Administration:

• Administer the BI program by overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring the effective use of business intelligence tools, and coordinating the maintenance of existing BI systems, including data validation processes.

• Develop, document, and maintain procedures and processes that ensure the smooth operation of both current BI systems and data validation protocols, while facilitating the development and implementation of new BI tools and analytics platforms.

Program Monitoring:

• Continuously monitor the performance and effectiveness of the BI systems and data validation processes, identifying areas for improvement in both current and newly developed systems.

• Conduct data quality assurance reviews, ensuring that all data is accurate, timely, and validated for decision-making purposes.

Program Representation:

• Act as the primary liaison between the BI program and other internal departments, ensuring that business intelligence and data validation needs are effectively communicated and addressed.

• Represent the BI program in cross-departmental meetings, collaborating with IT, senior management, and external partners to ensure that BI and data validation initiatives align with broader organizational goals.

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Minimum Qualifications (Need to Have)

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years experience coordinating or administering a program

OR

Any combination of experience or education equivalent to five years of experience that supports education, accounting, budget and financial data.

Desired Attributes (Nice to Have):

• Demonstrated commitment to system change that accelerates opportunities by removing barriers for students in our K-12 system who are and have been historically underserved.

• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state grant administration, hiring and onboarding processes, Oregon Administrative Rule processes and development, budget and agency operations.

• Excellent problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and oral and written communications skills.

• Ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Highly effective and well-developed interpersonal skills and self-awareness. The ability to manage situations and tailor approach to the individual's skills, needs and performance. Demonstrated ability to see the importance of role modeling. The ability to coach and co-create shared vision.

• Ability to collaborate across multiple systems (i.e. national, state, local, school districts, SEAs, etc.) and work together to streamline services across multiple communities and programs. Ability to navigate complex socio-political contexts and solicit and value diverse viewpoints.

• Experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic organizational goals, plans and policies. Experience analyzing complex and sensitive issues and situations, identifying alternative solutions, and forecasting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of strategic organizational goals, plans and policies.

• Budget planning and preparation including forecasting and establishing budget projections associated with revenue streams. Strong knowledge of the principles and process of budgeting and financial management as it relates to operational management and program delivery. Understanding of state and federal funding processes

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of the attributes listed.

Why Us?

At ODE, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative atmosphere. Autonomy is supported while also being offered opportunities to work in dedicated teams or partnerships across the agency. Our office supports a healthy work/life balance and shows genuine care for team members, students, partners, and school leaders. Our team members share and educate with passion for equitable practices and sustainable development for leaders across Oregon. We maintain a constant learning and growing mentality to strive for optimum innovation and consistently applied equity practices.

Our Amazing Benefits Include:

• Excellent

  medical, vision and dental

  benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost

• Paid days off –

  • o 11 paid holidays per year

  • o 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year

  • o 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month

  • o Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years

• In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.

• Student Loan Forgiveness Program:

  if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.

• If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, we may be able to transfer your sick leave balance!

If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today!

To Apply:

Your cover letter and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.

• Upload a resume and cover letter.

• In your cover letter, please include your qualifications relating to any of the desired attributes mentioned for this position (limit to no more than 2 pages). Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/Cover Letter field on the online application. Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in the disqualification of your application.

• In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the attributes and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your resume and cover letter.

• Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.

• External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter. Please make sure to attach all required documents in the section titled Resume/Cover Letter.

• Internal Applicants: (this includes Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account.

Please contact

ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov

if you have any questions on the application process.


Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team during our ODE Career Chat Sessions. We can assist you with all your application and agency questions!


1st Thursday of the month – 11 am to 11:45 am (PST)


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Additional Information:

• Salary Range: The range listed is the Non-PERS salary range. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS.

• Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the

  Pay Equity Project

  homepage.

• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submission. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

• Communication: Please monitor your Workday account, as communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.

• Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

• External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting.

• Background Check: This position requires successfully passing a criminal record check, which may require a fingerprint-based records check and/or credit history check, as a condition of employment.

• If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact us at ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.

• Veterans: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website:

  Veterans Resources

  . You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.

• Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Department of Education is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9

  acceptable documents

  (See page 3) for employment verification.

Helpful Links and Contact Information:

• Learn more about

  ODE

• Understanding the State Application Process

• Resources for Job Seekers

• Get There

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• Live, work, and play in

  Salem, Oregon

  .

• For additional information, you may contact us by email at ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov.

The Department of Education is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. The Department strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.

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