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Form of workUnder the direction of the Education Research and Evaluation Administrator I of the Office of Research Requests and Partnerships (ORRP) the Education Research and Evaluation Assistant will provide support to the ORRP, the Division, and the Department on accountability and research. The ORRP is one of six units in the AMARD, a division within the Information and Technology Branch. The purpose of this unit is to manage and respond to public-facing (external) data requests and share data with research funding partners.
Data Management, Data Analysis, and Ad Hoc Data Requests: Assist in reviewing and responding to ad hoc information requests from the Legislature, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, State Board of Education, and other decision makers. Assist in reviewing and responding to research requests, recommend approval or denial of requests, and provide detailed feedback to external researchers as appropriate. Review draft documents and publications from researchers and provide substantive feedback with a focus on data privacy and appropriate presentation of data tables within scholarly and other publicly disseminated materials.
Data Requests: Support the development of file specifications and extract data from the California Longitudinal Pupil Achievement Data System (CALPADS) and other CDE data as needed in order to fulfill data requests from internal and external parties; assist internal and external data requestors in understanding and appropriately using CALPADS data; collaborate with other Division staff in providing data files for data requests; and work with the ORRP manager and the Legal Division in order to successfully route for approvals and manage data requests to ensure efficiency.
Communication: Assist with responding to inquiries from and interpret information for the public, media, government agencies, and the education community regarding student performance, school comparisons, and quality indicators; disseminate written summaries, PowerPoint presentations, and materials developed for the Division Web site; participate in various department-wide committees and/or outside group meetings; develop and make presentations for meetings and conferences; and consult with state and federal representatives from other states on data issues and indicators used to monitor and report on student progress and performance and important topics within the Education Research field.
Administrative Duties: Contribute to analyzing legislation containing data collection and management requirements, and other elements that impact Division and Department activities at the state and federal levels; participate in staff meetings; review internal CDE contracts for data privacy and security issues; keep supervisor apprised of the status of projects and problems; and perform other job-related duties as required.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
TELEWORK OPTION
This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. A hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and physically reporting to the office.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- EDUCATION RESEARCH AND EVALUATION ASSISTANT
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-410307
Position #(s):
174-530-2642-XXX
Working Title:
Education Research & Evaluation Assistant
Classification:
EDUCATION RESEARCH AND EVALUATION ASSISTANT $5,573.00 - $6,972.00 A
$6,728.00 - $8,421.00 B
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Analysis, Measurement & Accountability
Department Information
The California Department of Education (CDE) oversees the state's diverse and dynamic public school system, which is responsible for the education of more than six million children and young adults in more than 10,000 schools with 295,000 teachers. The CDE and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction are responsible for enforcing education law and regulations; and for continuing to reform and improve public elementary school programs, secondary school programs, adult education, some preschool programs, and child care programs. The CDE's mission is to provide a world-class education for all students, from early childhood to adulthood. The CDE serves our state by innovating and collaborating with educators, schools, parents, and community partners, preparing students to live, work, and thrive in a highly connected world.
http://www.cde.ca.gov/
Special Requirements
Examination Information
Individuals MUST have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Open Examinations - Jobs at CDE (CA Dept of Education)
Education Research and Evaluation Assistant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=2ED3B
NOTE: Examination packages are temporarily being accepted electronically. You can submit your examination package electronically to the restricted mailbox at CDEEXAMS@cde.ca.gov , or submit it by mail or in person with the attention to:
California Department of Education
Examination and Recruitment Office
1430 N Street, Suite 1802
Sacramento, CA 95814
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 1/16/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Education
Attn: C&P PC 5026/JC-410307
1430 N Street, Ste. 1802
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Education
Attn: C&P PC 5026/JC-410307
1430 N Street (Lobby Drop-Off Box)
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Knowledge and experience utilizing data visualization and reporting software to develop creative and accessible data reports.
Knowledge and experience working with K-12 data on all students and students in foster care including conducting analysis and reporting outcome data.
Excellent organizational and communication skills including the ability to work in a cooperative, team-oriented, agile environment.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website: Benefits Summary
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Stephanie Glaeser
(916) 319-0405
sglaeser@cde.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Randi Thompson, EEO Officer
(916) 445-9174
oeoinfo@cde.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Application Informatoin
- How to Apply for state jobs: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Landing/Jobs/Steps.aspx
- Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers Account is highly recommended .
- Important: Make sure your contact information, i.e., address, phone number(s), etc., is current in your CalCareers Account.
- DO NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State Application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, age, student identification number, driver license (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status.
- Incomplete or late application packages will NOT be considered.
- In order for experience to be considered, applications must be completed fully, including the "From" and "To" employment dates, "Hours Per Week", employer contact information, and "Duties Performed" fields for all jobs listed in the "Employment History" (Resumes do not take the place of these fields on the STD. 678). For civil service classifications, do not use working titles.
- If you choose to not submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), please use the revised 10/2023 version.
- If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation.
- Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
