Accountability Specialist

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Job Title: Accountability SpecialistAgency: Department of Education Job Requisition ID: JR0000004214Shift: Day (United States of America)Compensation Details: COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE Job Description: Job Summary The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) Office of Assessment and Accountability is recruiting for an Accountability Specialist. Under limited supervision, this position applies professional expertise to produce and support Georgia’s accountability systems, including the College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI).

Job Responsibilities Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure the accuracy of data calculations for CCRPI report
• Support schools, LEAs, and other stakeholders in understanding and interpreting CCRPI reports, data, and calculations
• Develop and maintain accountability documentation (such as business requirements, user guides, and calculation guides)
• Collaborate with IT developers to ensure that reporting requirements and business rules are accurately implemented
• Interpret data and communication results
• Validate data for accuracy and completeness using systematic processes
• Analyze small and large data sets using applications such as SQL and Excel
• Conduct presentations and workshops for various audiences
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders and divisions within and outside of the Georgia Department of Education.

Some statewide travel is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of state accountability initiatives
• Knowledge of state and federal accountability laws and guidance, including the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
• Experience with district or state-level accountability, test administration, evaluation, or data analysis
• K-12 educational experience at the district or state level
• Proficiency in SQL, and/or other statistical software
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, policy, psychology, research/measurement, statistics, or a related field and at least
• Three years of professional experience in K-12 education or a related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong computer and coding skills (proficiency in SPSS, SQL, and /or other statistical software)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Understanding of state assessment and accountability initiatives, including the CCRPI and state report card
• Knowledge of state and federal accountability laws, regulations, and guidance including the ESSA
• Experience with district or state-level accountability, test administration, evaluation, or research and data analysis
• K-12 educational experience at the district or state level

Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications may be forwarded to the hiring manager to be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews. It is the policy of the Georgia Department of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or age in its employment practices. The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and each associated State School is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. The GaDOE utilizes the program to verify employment eligibility of individuals hired on or after July 1, 2007.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma/GED and seven (7) years of program management experience; or two (2) years of experience required at the lower level Education Prgm Spec 3 (EDP032) or position equivalent. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.