DATA ADMINISTRATOR

Performs and supervises the analysis, design, development, and translation of programming functions into information systems solutions supporting the state and federal assessment and accountability programs of the NH Department of Education, with responsibility for strategic planning, team leadership, and program oversight., The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title., Develops policies, procedures, and standards for data management and governance, and ensures alignment with state and federal regulations and agency priorities. Ensures compliance by vendors engaged in providing direct services to the state, schools, and districts involving assessment and accountability. Implements corrective actions in a timely and appropriate manner.

Supervises staff, including hiring, annual performance evaluations, disciplinary action, and professional development. Establishes team priorities, workload distribution, and performance expectations.

Oversees contractors engaged in supporting the Department’s assessment and accountability programs, ensuring high quality deliverables, adherence to timelines, and alignment with agency requirements. Provides input during contract development and participates in contractor selection process.

Coordinates with technology and DoIT leads to define and execute database strategies, system enhancements, and solutions, ensuring the successful implementation, integration, and ongoing monitoring of assessment and accountability data.

Designs, creates, documents, and reviews functional, system, and program specifications. Validates and implements business rules for state and federal accountability programs, supporting school and district designations and assessment and accountability indicators.

Provides training and technical support to Department staff and district/school administrative staff using formal instruction and hands-on guidance and support. Ensures staff readiness to effectively use data systems and tools.

Develops, maintains, and administers programming structures necessary to effectively implement business rules for school designations relative to academic and growth performance data and related federal and state indicators, at the school and district level, as well as across disaggregated sub-groups.

Develops, maintains, and administers static data tables, including control tables, lookup tables, and school view tables. Uploads data into assessment results tables and generates aggregated datasets for reporting.

Coordinates the design, implementation, and maintenance of database file structures and manages assessment and accountability data structures in the data warehouse, including data dictionary items related to assessment and accountability terms and systems.

Examines and cleans data tables, databases, and file structures, including views and procedures, eliminating redundant or obsolete data and procedures associated with the assessment and accountability programs. Implements continuous data quality improvement practices.

Provides support for data management and reporting in compliance with the requirements of multiple state and federal programs, including EDfacts, CSPR, and ESSA state school profiles.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education., Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 12 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in computer science, computer programming, information technology, information systems, database management, or a related field., Demonstrated experience with database design, data warehousing, and data governance practices, including the ability to manage large, complex datasets and ensure data quality and integrity.

Experience supporting or implementing state or federal reporting systems and requirements, including familiarity with programs such as EDFacts, CSPR, or ESSA accountability frameworks.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and leadership.

Demonstrated project management experience, including coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and overseeing vendor deliverables.

Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and policies related to education data, privacy, and reporting, including FERPA.

Proven ability to supervise, mentor, and develop staff, including performance management, coaching, and team leadership.

Pulled from the full job description

• 457(b)
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Wellness program, The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State’s share of Employee’s Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance