Consolidated Student Data Warehouse Policy Analyst

Position Title: Consolidated Student Data Warehouse Policy Analyst 

Classification: Operations & Policy Analyst 4 

Salary: $7,353.00 - $10,827.00 (PERS $7,863.00 - $11,578.00) 
 

We are seeking a Consolidated Student Data Warehouse Policy Analyst (Operations & Policy Analyst 4) to join our Office of Research, Assessment, Data, Accountability, and Reporting (RADAR at the Oregon Department of Education. This is a Management Service Non-supervisory permanent position.  
 

This position follows a hybrid work model. Onsite presence will be required when business or operational needs are best supported in person, such as collaboration, training, or work that requires access to onsite resources. Employees approved to work remotely must have a reliable and secure internet connection and maintain a professional work environment that supports productivity. While working remotely, employees are expected to maintain the same level of performance, responsiveness, communication, and availability as they would in the office. This position does require frequent in-state travel. You must maintain a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record or provide an acceptable alternate method of transportation. 

About Us:  

The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system. You must maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where you reside or provide an acceptable alternate mode of transportation. 

This position is in the Office of Research, Assessment, Data, Accountability, and Reporting (RADAR), overseeing the Department’s research plan and related data justice initiatives, as well as the federal assessment and accountability requirements present in the current iteration of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. The office collects, validates, and reports data for educational research, policymaking, and operations. Ensuring security of confidential data and personally identifiable student information is a function of the office. The office has a primary charge of supporting the analytical and data needs of other ODE offices, the Legislature, and the Governor's Office. The office also responds to data requests and supports the Quality Education Commission. The team is also responsible for ODE's assessment and accountability work, which includes the development, calculation, and reporting of information related to the state's K-12 education assessment and accountability systems. The work of this office impacts local school districts, education service districts, professional associations, and other agencies involved in education programs in kindergarten through post-secondary education. 
 

What You Will Do! 
 
In this role, you will provide expert policy advice and lead the design and implementation of Oregon’s new statewide integrated student data system as mandated by HB 2508 (2025). You will work closely with agency leadership, districts, and statewide partners to establish policy, operational practices, and technical frameworks that guide how student data is recorded, stored, transmitted, and reported across the state. This position combines strategic policy development, complex project management, and cross-agency collaboration to ensure the successful adoption of common data standards and operational workflows in schools and districts. 

Typical Duties Include: 

• Plan and facilitate meetings of the Technical Advisory Committee members, in partnership with RADAR and the Office of Finance and Information Technology (OFIT) staff. 

• Lead internal and external community and education partner groups to recommend the design and implementation of the statewide consolidated data warehouse (SCDW). 

• Lead the development, adoption, and implementation of policies and Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) governing statewide student data practices. 

• Advise agency leadership and make recommendations to the governor’s office and the legislature on policy, statutory language, and operational decisions affecting student data systems. Represent the agency in public communications. 

• Partner with OFIT colleagues to coordinate the implementation of the SCDW, including project management, technical requirements, pilot testing, and engagement with schools, districts, and other partners. 

• Develop and deliver guidance, training, and resources to support districts, schools, and education service districts (ESDs) in adopting data standards, ensuring accurate reporting, and improving educational outcomes for all students. 

Please click here to view the full position description 

Minimum Qualifications (Need to Have) 

 
A Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration or Policy, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Statistics, Political Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Science, or any degree demonstrating the capacity for systems-thinking, policy analysis, communications and engagement, technical expertise, and data management experience; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work. 

OR; 

Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience demonstrates the capacity for systems-thinking, policy analysis, communications and engagement, technical expertise, and data management experience. 
 
Minimum qualifications must be met to qualify for this position.  
 

Desired Attributes (Nice to Have): 

• Experience with common educational data standards, common student information systems, and/or state or local data collection, storage, and reporting practices 

• Strong project leadership and management skills, with experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives that require strategic planning and operational oversight, particularly for technical or data-focused projects 

• Experience with professional high-stakes oral presentations 

• Exceptional written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to audiences with a wide range of expertise 

• Experience with interpreting and/or writing laws, rules, and policy guidance. Ability to make and defend strategic decisions with far-reaching impacts. Comfort with independent decision-making. 

• Experience working collaboratively across different organizations, establishing effective relationships with partners and community groups, and leading or coordinating engagement or advisory committees 

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of the attributes listed.    

Why Us? 

At ODE, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative atmosphere. Autonomy is supported while also offered opportunities to work in dedicated teams or partnerships across the agency. Our office supports a healthy work/life balance and shows genuine care for team members, students, partners, and school leaders. Our team members share and educate with passion for equitable practices and sustainable development for leaders across Oregon. We maintain a constant learning and growing mentality to strive for optimum innovation and consistently applied equity practices. 

Our Amazing Benefits Include: 

• Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost 

• Paid days off – 

• 11 paid holidays per year, 

• 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year, 

• 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month, 

• Progressive vacation leave accrual and increases every 5 years. 

• In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, Paid Leave Oregon, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses. 

• Student Loan Forgiveness Program: if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven. 

• If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, we may be able to transfer in your sick leave balance! 

If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today! 

To Apply: 

Your cover letter and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.   

• Upload a resume and cover letter.  

• In your cover letter, please include your qualifications relating to any of the desired attributes mentioned for this position (limit to no more than 2 pages).  Exceptional written communication skills are important for this role, and your cover letter will be your first opportunity to demonstrate them. Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/Cover Letter field on the online application. Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in the disqualification of your application.  

• In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the attributes and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your resume and cover letter.  

• Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application. 

• External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter. Please make sure to attach all required documents in the section titled Resume/Cover Letter.  

• Internal Applicants: (this includes Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account.  

• Please apply for this position as soon as you are interested. We may close this announcement early due to sufficient candidate pool.  

• To ensure fairness, integrity, and equal opportunity in the hiring process, applicants are not permitted to use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to generate, edit, or complete any portion of their application materials, interview responses, or assessments. All application materials must represent the applicant’s own work, experience, and qualifications. Submissions determined to have been produced or substantially assisted by AI may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. 

Please contact ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov if you have any questions on the application process. 
 
Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team during our ODE Career Chat Sessions. We can assist you with all your application and agency questions! 
 
1st Thursday of the month – 11 am to 11:45 am (PST) 
 

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Additional Information: 
 

• Salary Range: The range listed is the Non-PERS salary range. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS. 

• Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage. 

• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submission. These questions are necessary to complete the application process. 

• Communication: Please monitor your Workday account, as communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply. 

• Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. 

• External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting. 

• Background Check: This position requires successfully passing a criminal record check, which may require a fingerprint-based records check and/or credit history check, as a condition of employment. 

• If you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact us at ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov. Please be sure to include the job requisition number.  

• Veterans: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference.  For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources.  You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666. 

• Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Department of Education is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9 acceptable documents (See page 3)  for employment verification. 

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process  

Helpful Links and Contact Information: 
 

• Learn more about ODE 

• Understanding the State Application Process 

• Resources for Job Seekers 

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• Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon. 

• For additional information, you may contact us by e-mail at ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov.