Data Analytics Specialist, Entry-Level / Mid-Level

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Assist in the annual data gathering from both internally sourced and publicly accessible information.

• Create summary reports intended for both internal stakeholders and external audiences.

• Evaluate the connections between student outcomes and variables related to implementation, surveys, or context.

• Contribute to the development of dashboards and publicly accessible data products.

• Conduct data analyses and produce reports aligned with team and organizational goals.

• Develop data visualizations, dashboards, charts, and summaries.

• Effectively communicate findings to a variety of audiences.

• Establish, uphold, and enhance processes for data maintenance ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timeliness.

• Ensure secure data storage, backups, and responsible management of data.

• Document, refine, and enhance data processes, protocols, and analysis workflows.

• Follow established data management protocols and standards.

• Oversee multiple data-related projects while meeting established deadlines.

• Utilize approved AI tools to optimize data collection, analysis, reporting, dashboard creation, data maintenance, routine workflows, and documentation in compliance with AI policy and security standards.

• Provide technical assistance to consultants and clients utilizing the Opportunity Culture Portal.

• Troubleshoot and resolve common issues related to web applications.

• Test the features of the web platform and improve user experience.

• Collaborate to integrate both internal and external tools to enhance team efficiency and support future research.

• Work alongside the manager, Co-Presidents, and colleagues on technical projects.

• Share expertise and train both technical and non-technical team members.

• Engage in flexible project teams with clients and colleagues.

• Gain insights into national education reform issues and organizations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; Associates degree or relevant training in a related field.

• Entry-level candidates: around 0–2 years of pertinent experience in analytical work through employment, internships, academic experiences, or similar projects.

• Mid-level candidates: approximately 3–5+ years of relevant experience managing complete analytical projects, ideally in education, policy, or nonprofit environments.

• Advanced skills in Excel and Google Sheets, including creating macros and scripts, managing array functions, and developing charts and graphs.

• Ability to perform basic analytical techniques with guidance for entry-level candidates.

• Capability to independently design, conduct, and validate complex data analyses from inception to completion for mid-level candidates.

• Proficient in statistical software such as R, Stata, SAS, or similar tools, with a willingness to learn new software.

• Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and/or JavaScript.

• Proficient with modern AI tools like Claude or Gemini for tasks such as code generation, data cleaning, and workflow optimization.

• Ability to utilize generative AI tools while ensuring data accuracy, security, and logical integrity.

• Proven ability to implement change or improvements.

• Commitment to maintaining a high standard of accuracy in data-related work.

• Ability to provide and accept constructive feedback.

• Skill in managing multiple projects and completing tasks efficiently.

• Ability to critically analyze data and understand key concepts in the field.

• Ability to convey complex ideas clearly through both written and verbal communication.

• Demonstrated interest in enhancing academic outcomes for K-12 students through paid or volunteer efforts.

• Preferred undergraduate or graduate majors include Data Science, Statistics, Information Technology/Systems, Business Administration with a focus on statistics, STOR, Computer Science, Economics, or similar fields.

• Optional/desirable: proficiency in R, Salesforce database functions, and Tableau.

• Work samples showcasing relevant skills; at least one example in statistics/data analytics is preferred.

• A resume, cover letter, application prompt response, and two work samples are required for application.

🏝️ Benefits

• Public Impact covers 100% of monthly premiums for a high-deductible health plan with a health savings account for employees and their children.

• Approximately 85% of monthly premiums for a PPO 80/20 plan for employees and their children.

• Short Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Term Life Insurance are provided.

• Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Dependent and Health Care FSAs are available.

• A 401(k) plan with a 3% automatic employer contribution is offered.

• Flexible Personal Leave is provided.

• A work-from-home setup with occasional opportunities for in-person connections with colleagues is available.

• Partial reimbursement for internet and phone expenses.

• Additional support to assist team members in working productively from home.

• Opportunities for occasional in-person team events and connections at the office, client sites, and/or co-working spaces.