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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Analyst - **Company:** Chicago Public Schools - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Information Systems, Data Governance, R (Programming Language), SPSS (Software), Project Management Software, SAS (Software), SQL Databases, Stata, Data Processing, Software Coding - **Published:** July 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://cpsk12il.taleo.net/careersection/3/jobdetail.ftl?job=240003WG ## About the Role · Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university · Master's degree or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred Experience Required: · Minimum of four (4) years of experience with school information systems and/or data analysis, including the following, is required: o Experience with the delivery of training programs using a variety of instructional techniques o Experience with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices o Experience writing code with data analytic tools (SAS, R, SPSS, STATA, etc) · Minimum of one (1) year of professional experience in a role requiring data analysis skills, preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: · Ability to use or learn SAS is required · Strong analytical skills, including the ability to define problems, analyze data, and outline valid conclusions and action steps in order to solve problems creatively · Strong communication skills (speaking - including presentations - listening, and writing) · Demonstrate high levels of integrity, honesty, credibility, and the courage to make difficult yet necessary decisions · Strong strategic planning and project management skills, including the ability to set goals, establish a project timeline and manage activities toward goal fulfillment Knowledge of operations, management and organizational development · Fluent in Microsoft Excel for data manipulation, analysis, and charting ## Description Reporting to the Executive Director of Instructional Systems and Supports, the Systems Analyst, Grading Processes and Data will work closely with the Grading Practice and Policy Coordinators in the planning, implementation, and project management of a district grading policy and an equity action plan to address and adjust the district's current grading practices. The Systems Analyst will be held accountable for the following responsibilities: · Collaborate with other CPS departments to develop system processes to enhance district visibility and monitoring capabilities in alignment with policy and best practices · Collaborate with other CPS departments to identify and prioritize system changes and enhancements needed to facilitate the district's strategic initiatives related to evolving grading practices, including the development of technical specifications, and business rule development · Collaborate with Policy and Information and Technology Services (ITS) teams to develop a process owner map of key functionalities in Aspen related to grading · In partnership with the ITS, develop and facilitate technical end-user training for teachers utilizing the Gradebook system in Aspen · In partnership with ITS, ONS Network Data Strategist and other collaborators, provide support for end-user inquiries regarding Gradebook functionality in Aspen · Support grading data analysis to inform policy development and practice continuous improvement · Adhere to a set of guiding principles for analytic practice as established by the Data Governance Council · Work with approved enterprise analytic tool sets. 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