Senior SAS Programmer - Accountability Data

Texas Education Agency; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid state holidays

Job summary

Texas Education Agency in Texas is seeking a Senior SAS Programmer for the Performance Reporting Division to develop and maintain complex SAS data processing and reporting systems supporting the accountability framework for state and federal programs.

The role emphasizes quality control, documentation, and collaboration across teams, with up to 5% travel. A flexible work location within Texas may be considered for qualified candidates, and a national background check is required.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university.
• Experience: At least four (4) years of experience in SAS programming.
• Substitutions: An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex SAS coding, testing, quality control, and documentation related to accountability data processing.
• Develop and support accountability reporting, web-based applications, data downloads, and TAPR/TPRS.
• Create and maintain reports for state and federal accountability rating systems.
• Provide data analysis and recommendations for policy changes and system improvements.

Skills

SAS programming

Data validation

Documentation

Problem solving

Education

Four-year degree

Tools

SAS

Job description

Texas Education Agency in Texas is seeking a Senior SAS Programmer for the Performance Reporting Division to develop and maintain complex SAS data processing and reporting systems supporting the accountability framework for state and federal programs.

The role emphasizes quality control, documentation, and collaboration across teams, with up to 5% travel. A flexible work location within Texas may be considered for qualified candidates, and a national background check is required.