Senior Data Analyst

National Education Association; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 102.000 - 158.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

National Education Association seeks a data coordination and analysis professional to support the RAD team by developing data-driven reports, publications, and dashboards for NEA and affiliated staff and policymakers. The role involves querying datasets, creating visuals, and drafting documentation, with travel as needed.

The position emphasizes strong communication skills, experience with large databases, and the ability to translate complex analytics for diverse audiences across the education

Formación

• Five years of progressive experience in data analysis transforming and analyzing complex datasets.
• Experience heading major data coordination and analysis projects.
• Strong writing and public speaking skills to communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsabilidades

• Conceptualize and conduct diverse data coordination and analysis projects for the RAD team.
• Query and analyze data to develop data-driven reports, publications, graphics, talking points, and presentations.
• Develop data dashboards and visualizations; write and maintain technical documentation.

Conocimientos

R

Python

SQL

Data visualization

Educación

Bachelor's degree in social sciences or related field

Herramientas

Tableau

Civis Platform

AWS QuickSight

Descripción del empleo

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

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; and developing data dashboards and data visualizations. Additional responsibilities include 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; and 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.

ADA Compliance

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.

Equal Opportunity / Diversity Statement

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.

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Wage Transparency Act

NEA complies with the DC Wage Transparency Act of 2023.