**Working Title: Data Analytics Student Worker - Student Worker Para Prof Sr** **Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior** **Agency: Education Department** + **Job ID** : 91937 + **Location** : Minneapolis + **Telework Eligible** : Yes - Up to 50% + **Full/Part Time** : Part-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Limited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 02/04/2026 + **Closing Date** : 02/25/2026 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Education Department / MDE-Exc Res Acd-AFSCME + **Division/Unit** : Education-St Paul / Data Practices and Analytics + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $19.85 - $23.61 / hourly + **Classified Status** : Unclassified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME + **Work Area** : Data Practices and Analytics Division + **End Date** : 03/01/2028 + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. This position exists to help ensure good documentation exists for the Minnesota Department of Education's (MDE) data and help to modernize existing data processes and reporting. They will: + Provide recommendations and help standardize data documentation, including data dictionaries. + Gather necessary information to update and create data dictionaries for MDE, the Statewide Longitudinal Education Data System (SLEDS) and the Early Childhood Longitudinal Data System (ECLDS). + Complete alignment with the Common Education Data Standards (CEDS) for major MDE data collections and data from other agencies included in SLEDS and ECLDS. + Help create queries and data reporting processes that are replicable that lead to better sustainability of MDE's data support. **Minimum Qualifications** **Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.** Enrollment in a post-secondary or graduate program in data science, computer science, mathematics, business administration, education or a related field that involves quantitative methods. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, etc.) **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience using statistical programs or programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL, SAS, R, SPSS, etc.). + Experience with qualitative analysis programs (e.g., NVivo, Dedoose). + Experience creating documentation for others to use. + Experience communicating and sharing results to others. + Experience summarizing research articles and reports. + Familiarity with education, health, social programs (e.g., Qualtrics, Alchemer). + Experience with data visualizations programs (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). **Additional Requirements** A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components: + SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only) + Employment Reference Check + Conflict of Interest Review + Driver's License Check + Criminal Background Check The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.