Senior Data Analyst

National Education Association; United States; On-site; USD 102,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Education Association seeks a skilled data professional to coordinate and analyze large educational datasets for the RAD team. You will develop reports, dashboards, and publications for NEA staff, affiliates, and policymakers, translating findings into actionable insights.

Responsibilities include building data visualizations, maintaining technical documentation, and communicating complex results clearly. Travel is occasional as needed.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressively responsible experience in data analysis involving the transformation, combination, and analysis of complex datasets to support data-driven decision making.
• Experience heading major data coordination and analysis projects.
• Strong writing and public speaking skills, with proven ability to communicate complex ideas to professional and lay audiences.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out queries and analysis of data;
• Developing data-driven reports, publications, graphics, talking points, and presentations accessible to diverse audiences including NEA staff, education professionals, and policymakers;
• Developing data dashboards and data visualizations;
• Writing and maintaining technical documentation.

Skills

Data analysis

Data visualization

SQL

Python

R

Public speaking

Writing

Project management

Large datasets

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data-related field

Tools

Tableau

AWS Quick Site

Civis Platform

Job description

Position Details

Position Emphasis: The position supports the NEA's strategic objective to focus the energy and resources of its nearly 3 million members toward the promotion of public education by providing professional expertise in data coordination and analysis for the Center for Innovation & Technology's Reporting, Analytics, & Data (RAD) team.

Position Summary

The essential functions of this position include conceptualizing and conducting a broad range of data coordination and analysis projects for the Reporting, Analytics, & Data (RAD) team. Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out queries and analysis of data;
• Developing data-driven reports, publications, graphics, talking points, and presentations accessible to diverse audiences, including NEA and affiliate staff, education professionals, and policymakers;
• Developing data dashboards and data visualizations;
• Writing and maintaining technical documentation.

To carry out responsibilities, the incumbent uses a computer and/or laptop, associated software, and other office technology, and travels occasionally.

Minimum Education Requirement

Bachelor's degree in social sciences, applied statistics, data science, or related discipline, including advanced graduate studies in quantitative data analysis, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills may be acquired.

Minimum Qualifications

• Five years of progressively responsible experience in data analysis involving the transformation, combination, and analysis of complex datasets to support data-driven decision making;
• Experience in heading major data coordination and analysis projects;
• Strong writing and public speaking skills, with proven ability to communicate complex ideas to professional and lay audiences.

Other Requirements

• Some travel required (approximately 15-20 overnights per year).
• Samples of recent work products (e.g. writing, presentation, and research materials) may be required at interview.

Selection Criteria

Tier 1 (Essential)

• Proven training and experience in data analysis/science.
• Experience building, transforming, querying, and analyzing large databases.
• Experience using coding languages such as R, Python, and/or SQL.
• Proven project management skills and ability to effectively allocate time and resources toward the completion of multiple projects with overlapping timelines.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize and interpret data analysis findings for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven oral and written communication skills.
• Experience using data to create data visualizations.
• Successful references.

Tier 2 (Significant)

• Knowledge of business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, AWS Quick Suite).
• Experience with national datasets, particularly those maintained by NCES, Census Bureau, and other federal agencies (e.g., SASS, CCD, ACS, CPS).
• Substantive background in education, social policy, and/or labor issues.
• Experience using Civis Platform.
• Significant experience collaborating with others for purposes of identifying, defining and solving problems.

Tier 3 (Desirable)

• Capacity to work effectively within the context of the NEA, an advocacy organization.
• Knowledge of the mission and strategic focus of NEA Center for Innovation & Technology.

Additional Information

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following is provided: The position involves skill in using a computer and/or laptop; oral and written communication skills; skills in proofreading and editing; use of clear and articulate speech; interpersonal relations skills; reasoning and problem solving skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to sit for long periods, stoop, bend, reach and carry light materials (up to 10 lbs.); and ability to travel by various methods of transportation, e.g., airplane, car.

NEA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability.

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

NEA Participates in E-Verify.

NEA complies with the DC Wage Transparency Act of 2023.

Eligible new employees have a choice of the following health plans:

• Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic HMO
• UnitedHealthcare Choice EPO or PPO

Posting Period: October 27, 2026 - Until Filled

Employee Type: NEASO NEA Staff Organization, OO123 Center for Innovation & Technology (CIT)

Position Type: Regular

Salary Range: $102,062.00 - $158,178.00

Rank: NEASO Rank 7