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Form of workRESEARCH SYSTEMS SPECIALIST, SENIOR DEPARTMENT: Research ServicesSALARY SCHEDULE: ClassifiedLOCATION: CEEWORK YEAR: 12 Months
The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to serve a diverse population of 28,000 students and 4,000 employees in Arizona's capital city. With a portfolio of comprehensive schools, small specialty schools, support schools, micro schools, magnet programs, and extensive Career & Technical Education (CTE) offerings, PXU's schools of opportunity welcome, love, and inspire all students to go places and do things that matter.
**SALARY PLACEMENT IS BETWEEN $22.69-$23.74 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION** SUMMARY: The Research Systems Specialist, Senior collects data, retrieves data files, verifies accuracy, manipulates data, performs statistical analysis, and prepares reports.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assists in the designing and conducting of research projects.
- Uses computer programs to aggregate data for reports, charts, graphs and tables
- Produces reports, memorandums, and other written materials.
- Creates and maintains computer databases.
- Assists with designing and analyzing computer-related needs assessments.
- Assists and trains Research and Development personnel to use computer programs.
- Monitors compliance with Federal, State, and District report guidelines.
- Supports the relationship between the Phoenix Union High School District and the public by demonstrating courteous and professional behavior when interacting with students, parents, visitors, and school staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and school information; follows Governing Board Policies; performs all other related duties as required or assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines: High School diploma or GED equivalent; College graduate, Bachelor's degree or equivalent. College classes in computer programing
License and Certification Requirements:
A valid Arizona State Driver's License may be required.
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Experience in collecting and analyzing data.
- Experience in using a data base manager on a computer.
- Experience in using computer for statistical analysis and producing charts and graphs.
- Experience in using electronic spreadsheets to produce tables and analyze data.
- Experience in using word processors.
- Knowledge of research techniques.
- Skill in understanding, explaining, and applying relevant job specific duties, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to provide excellent customer experiences, including but not limited to interacting tactfully and courteously with the public.
- Commitment to create and sustain a thriving learning and working environment for students and staff.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to use initiative within organizational policies, procedures and guidelines.
WHY WORK AT PXU The Phoenix Union High School District is one of the state's largest employers. Our 4,000 education professionals are committed to providing an excellent learning environment for our students while enjoying an inspiring work environment.
- Highly Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive Employee Benefits
- Participation in Arizona State Retirement System
- Education Loan Forgiveness (If eligible)
- Vacation and Personal Leave Plans (for eligible positions)
- Paid Winter and Spring Breaks
The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business.
