Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleData Analyst 2, Box PIMS-1012/01813
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually
Street Address Office of Performance Improvement and Management Services
Office of Information and Reporting Services
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Information Reporting Services (IRS) is seeking candidates for a Data Analyst 2 position. Reporting to the Data Analyst 3 within IRS, the incumbent of this position will work on the data collection and reporting projects in multiple systems and program areas, including the Basic Educational Data System (BEDS) Institutional Master File (IMF), State Education Department Reference File (SEDREF), School Safety and Educational Climate (SSEC), Fiscal/Need Resource Category (NRC), Charter Schools, Nonpublic Schools, Student Support Services, and Early Learning data needs. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Conduct research and produce business intelligence solutions to create or modify queries while performing data extracts using data analytic and management software (e.g., SAS, SQL, SPSS) from data tables in relational databases to manipulate data sources;
• Produce files for data requests, that adhere to State and federal reporting requirements;
• Develop and assess data sources, methods for identifying data trends, for reliability or usability limitations and recommend solutions to produce desired reports;
• Collaborate with internal program offices, other units within IRS, and contracted staff to create business rules, specifications for data extracts, data collection processes, and tests to ensure business intelligence solutions are consistent with defined needs for reporting;
• Arrange new functions or applications in programming languages to conduct analysis in relation to the development and maintenance of documentation and reports of data reported to the NYSED;
• Conduct testing, validation, and reformulation of models, along with root-cause analysis of data irregularities, in order to present findings and suggested solutions to both leadership and customers;
• Present data-driven insights, recommendations, and proposed solutions to internal and external stakeholders, soliciting and incorporating feedback when required;
• Produce written reports and supply guidance to effectively communicate and present results; and
• Supervise, lead, and provide technical guidance to Data Analyst 1s and lower-level professional staff in all aspects of data modeling, analysis, and quality control.
• Perform other duties and special projects as required.
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Non-Competitive Appointment: Candidates must have seven years of experience in data visualization, and statistical models and data mining tools.
Substitution: An associate’s degree may substitute for two years of general experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of general experience; a master’s degree in data or computer science, informatics, economics, statistics, mathematics, or a related field, may substitute for one year of general experience; a Ph.D. in these fields may substitute for two years of general experience.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
Preference may be given to candidates who have:
• Qualifying experience is preferred when performed in a school, school district, BOCES, education oversight agency, educational institution, education research institution, or other related research institution.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This position will be a temporary appointment pending Civil Service Commission approval of the Non-Competitive Jurisdictional Class. At such time, the appointments will become Permanent, Non-Competitive. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of experience will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $109,650 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by November 26, 2025 OMSJOBS@NYSED.GOV (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (PIMS-1012/01813) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
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Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
Additional Benefits
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address OMSjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM Room 528EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by November 26, 2025 OMSJOBS@NYSED.GOV (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (PIMS-1012/01813) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.