• Education Prgm Spec 4 - Accountability Specialist

    State of Georgia (Fulton County, GA)


    Education Prgm Spec 4 - Accountability Specialist

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    The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) Office of Assessment and Accountability is recruiting for an Accountability Specialist. Under limited supervision, this position applies professional expertise to produce and support Georgia’s accountability systems, including the College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI). Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

    Description of Duties:

    The successful candidate will ensure the accuracy of data calculations for CCRPI reports and support schools, LEAs, and other stakeholders in understanding and interpreting CCRPI reports, data, and calculations. This team member will also develop and maintain accountability documentation (such as business requirements, user guides, and calculation guides); collaborate with IT developers to ensure that reporting requirements and business rules are accurately implemented; validate data for accuracy and completeness using systematic processes; and analyze small and large data sets using applications such as SQL and Excel. This position will also conduct presentations and workshops for various audiences and collaborate with multiple stakeholders and divisions within and outside of the Georgia Department of Education.

    Qualifications

    + Master’s degree in education, policy, psychology, research/measurement, statistics, or a related field

    + At least three years of professional experience in K-12 education or a related field

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong computer and coding skills (proficiency in SPSS, SQL, and /or other statistical software)

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

    + Understanding of state assessment and accountability initiatives, including the CCRPI and state report card

    + Knowledge of state and federal accountability laws, regulations, and guidance including the ESSA

    + Experience with district or state-level accountability, test administration, evaluation, or research and data analysis

    + K-12 educational experience at the district or state level

    Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess one or more of the following:

    + Master's Degree

    + Understanding of state accountability initiatives

    + Knowledge of state and federal accountability laws and guidance, including the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

    + Experience with district or state-level accountability, test administration, evaluation, or data analysis

    + K-12 educational experience at the district or state level

    + Proficiency in SQL, and/or other statistical software

    + Excellent communication skills

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

     

    This is a remote telework position based in downtown Atlanta. Some statewide travel may be required. Candidates must reside in Georgia or be willing to relocate at their own expense. The Georgia Department of Education does not participate in work authorization or visa sponsorship programs.

     

    Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications may be forwarded to the hiring manager to be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews. Due to the large volume of applications received, we cannot provide application status information.

     

    It is the policy of the Georgia Department of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or age in its employment practices. The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and each associated State School is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify.

     

    High school diploma/GED and seven (7) years of program management experience; or two (2) years of experience required at the lower level Education Prgm Spec 3 (EDP032) or position equivalent.

     

    Additional Information

     

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    + Requisition ID: EDU0989

    + Number of Openings: 1

    + Advertised Salary: Comm. with Experience

    + Shift: Day Job

    + Posting End Date: May 20, 2025