Senior Statistical Analysis System (SAS) Programmer (Programmer III)

MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.

Core Values:

• We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students.
• We are People-Centered: We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students.
• We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.
• We are Servant Leaders: Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them.

New hires, re-hires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees in their same classification. Offers will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications and will thoughtfully consider internal pay equity for agency staff who perform similar duties and have similar qualifications. The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates who exceed the requirements and qualifications for the role. The maximum salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.

This is a 10-day posting, which will close on June 12, at 11:59pm., Position Overview: The Senior Statistical Analysis System (SAS) Programmer performs highly complex SAS programming and data analysis work in the Performance-Based Monitoring (PBM) unit of the Performance Reporting Division. The SAS Programmer manages data and reporting used to measure the performance of local educational agencies (LEAs) and their students to guide and support continuous improvement. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing advanced (senior-level) programming and data analysis; serving as a key programmer in PBM data processing and quality control activities; providing technical support to management for ongoing and new system development; and implementing new or revised indicators based on defined policy decisions and aligned with PBM coding protocols and data processing procedures.

This is a senior-level programmer position that works under minimal supervision, with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment. The SAS Programmer reports to the PBM unit Director., Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.

1. Serves as the quality control programmer for assigned RDA indicators: Performs highly complex SAS coding, testing, quality control, and debugging; and complete SAS code revisions and modifications needed to meet annual changes to monitoring indicators, methodologies, and procedures for the RDA project.
2. Serves as the quality control programmer for assigned PBM Data Validation project(s): Performs complex SAS coding, testing, quality control, and debugging; and complete SAS code revisions and modifications needed to meet annual changes to monitoring indicators, methodologies, and procedures for Data Validation projects.
3. Supports programming for research and data analysis projects: Serves as a quality control programmer for risk analysis indicators, ad hoc data requests , and research data runs by reviewing SAS code, logs, and outputs, as assigned.
4. Customer service and support for technical questions about PBM projects: Provides customer service and technical support for school districts, schools, education service centers, the public, and other stakeholders related to PBM projects, in coordination with division communications efforts.
5. Supports development of PBM team practices and maintain PBM web pages: Supports development of standards and procedures for PBM projects; prepares verification packets; reviews and provides comments on manuals and other technical documentation to ensure accuracy and clarity; and maintains and updates PBM web pages, including publishing manuals and releasing final products.

Do you have experience in Systems analysis?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university

• Experience: At least three (3) years of experience in the analysis, design, and implementation of complex computer systems using the SAS programming language, * Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military
• Knowledge of education data systems and data structures
• Ability to independently and accurately perform highly complex SAS programming, testing, quality control, and debugging.
• SAS programming certification from SAS Institute preferred
• Knowledge of maintaining and updating HTML web pages preferred
• Demonstrates attention to detail in preparing and reviewing technical documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment
• Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose data issues or limitations and propose or implement appropriate solutions
• Ability to serve as a technical resource to a variety of stakeholders, including management, school districts and educators, and the public
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines across multiple concurrent projects
• Demonstrates a commitment to self-reflection, giving and receiving feedback, and continuous improvement