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Public Instruction, Department of

Educational Data Consultant - Longitudinal Data System 

County(ies):	Dane
Classification Title: / JAC:   Job Working Title:	EDUCATION CONSULTANT 09-01680     Educational Data Consultant - Longitudinal Data System
Type of Employment:	Full Time (40 hrs/week)
Salary:	Starting pay is between $27.181 and $38.317 per hour (approximately $56,753 and $80,005 per year). This position is in pay schedule 13, range 04.
Contact:	Jennifer den Daas, HR Specialist, 608-266-2189, jennifer.denDaas@dpi.wi.gov
Bargaining Unit:	Non-Represented
Area of Competition:	Open
Deadline to Apply:	7/13/2009
Exam Information:	Exam cannot be previewed.

The Department of Public Instruction is committed to ensuring a quality education for every child. Raising achievement for all students and closing the achievement gap between economically disadvantaged students, students of color, and their peers is our first priority. Our mission is to ensure quality teachers in every classroom and strong leadership in every school; improve student achievement with a focus on reading; investing in early learning opportunities; share responsibility by increasing parental and community involvement in our schools and libraries; advance career, technical, and arts education to engage students in becoming active citizens; and provide effective pupil services, special education, and prevention programs to support learning and development for all students.

The Department of Public Instruction, Office of Educational Accountability is currently seeking individuals for an Education Consultant position. The ideal candidate for this position will have previous experience using a broad range of education data to improve student achievement and previous experience on project teams.  This position is located at 125 South Webster Street, Madison.

This is a project position that will end on February 28, 2013. This position is eligible for benefits including health insurance, but the incumbent does not attain permanent civil service status.

Special Notes:   Part of the selection process will include a criminal background check.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   
Knowledge of K-16 education systems, including special education, and the issues faced by schools and districts today; educational research concepts and methods; statistical and database applications such as Excel, InfoMaker, and/or SPSS with large data sets; and federal and state laws and guidelines that protect student privacy and guide the use of educational data in research. Skilled in organizing and managing information and projects; and working in Information Technology Projects and an understanding of project constraints like schedule and budget. Ability to accurately and clearly summarize and communicate complex ideas or data in tables, plots, or text. Excellent command of conventions of written and oral communication.

How To Apply:   
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Submit an Application for State Employment form (OSER-DMRS-38) and a resume to: DPI Human Resources; P.O. Box 7841; Madison, WI 53707-7841.

Your resume will be used to determine eligibility for this vacancy based on the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above.