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Maryland Longitudinal Data System Research Statistician

Research Statistician III

Recruitment #23-006125-0001

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Introduction



The Maryland Longitudinal Data System (MLDS) Center develops and maintains a data system that contains student data from all levels of education and workforce data in order to provide analyses, produce relevant information, and inform choices to improve student and workforce outcomes, while ensuring the highest standards of system security and data privacy.

GRADE

State Salary Grade 16
Salary Range: $57,095 – $91,742 
*State Salary Guidelines apply for current State employees.

 

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

LOCATION OF POSITION

Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building
200 West Baltimore Street 
Baltimore, MD 21201 

This position is Telework Eligible.

Main Purpose of Job

The MLDS Center provide timely and policy relevant dashboards and reports that are relied upon by key decision makers and practitioners to improve education and student outcomes.  This position works directly with the MLDS Center Director of Reporting to fulfill all of the MLDS Center’s analysis and reporting needs.

POSITION DUTIES

  • Designs and implements Center output to fulfill agency data reporting requirements, including customized data Reports; information Dashboards; and Data Requests.
  • Works with Reporting Director to assess needs for statistical data to establish systems for data collection and analysis. 
  • Reviews Center output to ensure compliance with privacy and suppression requirements.
  • Provides consultation and subject matter expertise on MLDS data usage.
  • Represents MLDS Center by attending meetings, hearings and conferences on behalf of MLDS Center
  • Prepares and presents reports and analyses.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with nine credit hours, or the equivalent, in research methodology, theoretical or applied statistics or measurement theory.

EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience in statistical research after the possession of the Master’s degree.

Notes: 
A Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university including a minimum of fifteen credit hours, or the equivalent, in research methodology, theoretical or applied statistics and measurement theory may be substituted for the stated experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Knowledge and understanding, at the expert level of proficiency, of standard research methodology and principles.
  • Knowledge of techniques of descriptive and inferential statistics.
  • Knowledge of the principles for designing and executing statistical research studies in education, public administration or related fields.
  •  Knowledge of program administration, operation, analysis and evaluation.
  • Knowledge of relevant concepts from social, behavioral research standards.
  • Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
  • Ability to identify key problem areas for investigation.
  • Ability to independently to initiate, plan and direct research projects of considerable scope which are relevant to needs of the field and the particular agency.
  • Ability to organize and present clearly findings and recommendations from such studies. Ability to work cooperatively with agency professionals and representatives of other public and private agencies in assessing data needs and research requirements.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must consent to State and FBI (CJIS) background check as a routine procedure for all employees.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified. The resulting list of qualified candidates will be in effect for at least one year.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants must complete the MD State Government online application for employment and submit their professional resume. The application and resume must clearly demonstrate that the applicant satisfies the minimum qualifications for the position. Applications must be complete to be considered including all related job duties, even if those are also listed on an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploaded with the online application, submitted to the fax number, or mailed to the address listed.

If you are unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below and be faxed to 410-333-8950 or mailed to MSDE Office of Human Resources, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. If there is a supplemental questionnaire, this must be completed and sent in with your paper application. Postmarks will not be accepted.

Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0019, TDD 410-333-3045. Appropriate accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities. If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.

Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment. 

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Individuals with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

All application materials must be received in our office by the Closing Date. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.



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