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Hayward Unified School District seeks a data support specialist to access school data and district-wide student testing data for statistical analysis and reporting. Under the supervision of an administrator, you will support the Education Services Department with data processing and reporting needs.
The role includes operating data entry terminals, analyzing testing information, coordinating standardized testing, preparing summaries, and distributing test materials and results to schools and
Please note that this is a limited term position for a duration of up to 6 months
Under general direction of an assigned administrator, provides technical assistance to the Education Services Department through the accessing of school data and district-wide student testing data for purposes of statistical analysis and reporting.
Operates a computer terminal to enter and retrieve data and verifies for correctness.
Assists in analyzing and disseminating student testing information; assists in the placement and completion of grading information.
Assists in coordinating the District's testing program for standardized tests and proficiency tests.
Prepares statistical data for the schools, administration and Board of Education.
Schedules input-output work in coordination with computer schedule; requests computer services such as print-outs and labels; maintains continuous control to assure work is completed according to schedule. Records, separates and distributes output report to user departments and communicates with users, answering questions related to any input-output information needed.
Assists in the publication, distribution and tabulation of materials necessary for testing students. Inventories, distributes and packages testing materials located in the warehouse and storage room.
Composes independently or from oral instruction letters requesting or providing information.
Prepares a yearly calendar and timelines to ensure proper and timely distribution of all tests, practice materials, supplies and manuals.
Responsible for the scoring of all test documents, using either in-house equipment or outside scoring services and distributes test results to schools in a timely manner.
Prepares summaries and analyses of test results.
Coordinates the notification of parents of test results as required by the California Education Code
Provides assistance to school staff in analyzing and interpreting test results and in utilizing data to improve the instructional program.
Perform other duties, related to the job, as assigned.
District policies and procedures as they apply to student testing, record keeping and reporting.
Methods and practice of statistical record keeping work involving data processing.
Statistical analysis evaluation of test results.
Format and procedures for entering and retrieving various types of data.
Designated Language plus English.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal relations skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Read and interpret federal regulations, state guidelines, and District policies, rules and regulations.
Analyze and evaluate test results according to established guidelines.
Be proficient in keyboarding speed and accuracy.
Verify accuracy and completeness of documents and process data.
Compile, maintain and submit accurate and complete records and reports.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Read and interpret data processing print-outs.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Perform responsible and difficult clerical work with speed and accuracy.
Perform basic mathematical calculations.
Work independently with little direction.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Be flexible to perform work within changing priorities and possess sufficient interpersonal skill to work harmoniously with staff, students, administrators, parents and others.
This position requires the ability to speak and understand another language.
Any combination of formal and informal training, experience and education which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position. A typical qualifying entrance background is two years of college level courses in computer and data analyses and three years of experience in statistical analysis of student assessment data.
Valid California Class C driver's License and a safe driving record.
Indoor work environment.
See to read fine print and a variety of materials.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate small objects and print or write legibly and to operate a computer.
Sitting or standing for prolonged periods.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crunching.
Exams are required for ALL applicants
Qualifying Exam: (REQUIRED FOR ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS)
Online exam will be held during the week of November 16, 2026
Technical Interview will be held on Wednesday, December 2, 2026 via Zoom.
Dates are tentative, but it is highly recommended that you plan your calendar accordingly. No make-up dates will be offered.
Please note: The qualifying pass point on written examinations may be an actual score or an adjusted score based on the difficulty of the examination, the quality of the competition, and the needs of the service.
The limited term position typically works 40 hours/week.
The duration of the eligibility list is 6 months unless extended by the Executive Director of Classified Human Resources and the Personnel Commission.
Applicants selected for permanent or substitute assignments are required to pay for fingerprinting services and obtain Tuberculosis results prior to beginning work. If you have any questions regarding the fees, please feel free to contact the Human Resources Department at (510) 784-2648.
The Hayward Unified School District is committed to educational equity so that every student realizes their innate potential, becoming a lifelong learner and having a positive impact on their community. Our mission is to draw from our community’s rich diversity in order to create engaging and equitable educational experiences for students, delivered in a safe and supportive environment. This environment supports inclusion, anti racism through an ethnic studies learner orientation and growth mindset. HUSD believes the responsibility for student success is broadly shared by district staff, families, our community, and our students’ own efforts. Each HUSD student deserves respectful learning environments in which diversity is valued and contributes to successful academic outcomes.
We seek equity-minded applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to an educational community. We look for applicants who:
Hayward Unified School District (HUSD) is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, immigration status, age, religion, marital or parental status, pregnancy status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If a complainant is unable to put a complaint in writing due to conditions such as a disability or illiteracy, district staff shall assist him/her in the filing of the complaint. If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should immediately contact the school site principal and/or their supervisor. See the links below for more information on complaint management, Title IX, and Uniform Complaint Procedures and forms. For Uniform and Title IX Complaints, please call (510) 723-3857, ext 34102 or 34201, or email uc.titleix@husd.k12.ca.us. The address is 24411 Amador Street, Hayward, CA 94544. A copy of HUSD Uniform Complaint Board Policy along with the Uniform Complaint Administrative Regulations and the HUSD non-discrimination policy are available, free of charge, upon request.