Performance Management and Assessment Analyst

The Performance Management and Assessment Analyst is responsible for supporting Districtwide performance management through active engagement in program evaluation and the design, implementation, and analysis of all aspects of student assessment. This role involves collaborating with administrators, educators, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals, promote a culture of continuous improvement, and use assessments to provide data‑driven insights to inform decision‑making and improve student achievement and educational equity. The position reports to the Executive Director of RAAD. Responsibilities Performance Management Collaborate with the Director of RAAD to monitor districtwide program evaluation and assess program effectiveness for optimal return on investment. Collaborate with department heads, principals, and stakeholders to establish clear performance expectations and implementation metrics within the district. Analyze performance data and metrics to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for enhancing organizational effectiveness in collaboration with district or school leadership. Generate reports, dashboards, and presentations summarizing results, insights, and recommendations for educators, administrators, and other stakeholders on performance management outcomes, initiatives, and recommendations for senior leadership and the board of education as needed. Collaborate with the technology department to ensure the effective use of data management systems, data warehouses, and technology tools to streamline assessment and program evaluation processes and facilitate data analysis. Serve as a resource for employees seeking guidance or support related to performance management and goal‑setting. Assessment Research regulations, technologies, and emerging trends in student assessment to provide additional information and recommendations to improve the district assessment system. Serve as a liaison with external assessment vendors, research organizations, and educational agencies to stay informed about assessment trends, developments, and best practices. Design and implement an annual process for review of the District assessment system and publish an annual assessment calendar inclusive of formative assessments embedded within District‑supported curricula. Coordinate the administration of state‑mandated assessments, including test security protocols, material distribution and collection, accommodations for students with disabilities or English language learners, and compliance with assessment regulations in partnership with relevant departments and schools. Recruit, train, and provide ongoing technical assistance to school‑based assessment coordinators to ensure that standardized testing processes are planned and implemented in compliance with all relevant regulations, guidelines, and objectives. Conduct audits of data reported to the State Board of Education to ensure accurate State reporting of assessment results. Investigate testing irregularities to ensure compliance with established guidelines. Train tier‑1 help desk staff and provide tier‑2 help desk support to teachers and administrators to ensure smooth administration of assessments. Develop informational materials, design trainings, and update the District website to assist teachers, administrators, parents, and students in effectively using assessment data. Data Quality Prepare and correct data, import and export data, maintain assessment data in student information systems and data stores, and build reports and data tools to ensure information accuracy and availability. Conduct data quality audits to proactively identify and address data quality issues. Analyze assessment data using statistical software, data visualization tools, and other methods to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement in student learning outcomes. Provide professional development and training to educators on assessment literacy, data analysis, and interpretation to support data‑informed instructional practices and interventions. Additional Responsibilities Perform other duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the district and its stakeholders. Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars to gather and convey information needed to perform functions. Education Required Bachelor's degree or higher in education, educational measurement and assessment, psychometrics, or a related field. Experience Required Minimum of 5 years of experience in education, educational assessment, data analysis, or educational research, preferably in a K‑12 school district or educational setting. Terms Of Employment Twelve‑month year (July 1 to June 30). Salary and Benefits Salary range: $55,569 - $66,683. Medical and Dental Insurance Pet Insurance Life insurance Long‑term disability Flexible benefits plan Sick days Personal days Employee assistance program #J-18808-Ljbffr Evanston/Skokie School District 65