Data Analyst - Growth (25-26)

IDEA Public Schools; San Antonio (TX); Remote; USD 74,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Data Analyst to provide analytics and reporting to support various functional areas. This full-time remote role requires collaboration within the Research and Analytics team, focusing on data accuracy, reporting best practices, and clear communication of insights.

Benefits

Health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Parental benefits

Flexible spending

Vacation

Referral bonuses

Professional development

403(b) plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years in data analysis and management roles preferred.
• Experience analyzing education-related data is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create clear analyses highlighting trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Design reproducible reports to reduce re-analysis efforts.
• Gather requirements from stakeholders for reports and analyses.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical skills

Programming languages (R, Python, SQL)

Familiarity with BI tools (PowerBI, Tableau)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Data Analyst

Mission:

Data Analysts provide data reporting and analysis, visualization, and dashboarding to support primary functional areas at IDEA. They ensure analytics are rigorous, timely, clear, and reproducible. Working cross-functionally, they are part of the Research and Analytics (R&A) team and collaborate with functional teams on prioritizing and managing analyses, requests, and research projects.

Location:

This is a full-time remote position based in Texas, with preference for candidates in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or those willing to relocate.

Travel Expectations:

This role is primarily remote, but travel to IDEA training events or step-backs may be required.

What You’ll Do – Accountabilities

Essential Duties:

• Create clear analyses highlighting trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with Information Systems and Software Development to verify data accuracy and timeliness.
• Design reproducible reports to reduce re-analysis efforts.
• Provide rapid turnaround for ad-hoc data requests.
• Gather requirements from stakeholders for reports and analyses.
• Use project management best practices to set expectations and deliver results.
• Apply data visualization and reporting best practices to share findings.

Additional Duties:

• Solicit feedback during product design.
• Ensure R&A products are accessible.
• Create actionable, time-sensitive reports.
• Document data sources, statistical methods, and analysis lifecycle comprehensively.

Knowledge and Skills – Competencies

• Make strategic decisions considering team goals.
• Manage work effectively and develop skills.
• Seek feedback and engage in professional growth.
• Build trust through empathy and active listening.
• Communicate clearly and tailor messages appropriately.

Additional Skills:

Data analysis, statistical skills, familiarity with BI tools (PowerBI, Tableau), programming languages (R, Python, SQL), version control, and survey platforms.

Domain Knowledge:

Experience analyzing education-related data (student performance, school operations, alumni outcomes, etc.).

Communication:

Create clear reports for non-technical audiences, share insights, and deliver presentations effectively.

Professional Skills and Ethics:

• Maintain confidentiality, provide excellent customer service, and work under pressure.
• Assess risks, meet deadlines, and solve complex problems with attention to detail.

Required Experience:

Bachelor's Degree required.

Preferred Experience:

2+ years in data analysis and management roles. Note: We cannot sponsor work visas at this time.

Physical Requirements: None

*Please include a cover letter with your application.*

What We Offer:

Salary range: $74,700 - $87,100, based on experience. Benefits include health plans, disability, life insurance, parental benefits, flexible spending, vacation, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. More info: https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/. IDEA may offer a relocation stipend if applicable.

Application Process:

Apply online via Jobvite. Applications are reviewed continuously until filled. Early applications encouraged.

Learn More About IDEA:

Our Core Values promote connection, integrity, respect, and belonging. More info: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values