Senior Data Analyst

Senior Data Analyst

Eden Prairie School District is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Senior Data Analyst to lead districtwide data analysis, reporting, forecasting, and decision-supported efforts. This position plays a critical role in transforming data into actionable insights that improve student outcomes, operational efficiency, strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, and supporting team members through project management. The Senior Data Analyst serves as a key thought partner to district leadership by developing dashboards, conducting advanced analyses, identifying trends, and supporting data-informed decision-making across academics, operations, and student services. This role requires a strong combination of technical expertise, analytical thinking, communication skills, and the ability to translate complex information into practical recommendations for school and district leaders.

Position Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or related field, required Scrum, Kanban, or other Agile certification, preferred
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible experience in data analysis, business intelligence, strategic analytics, and facilitating a small team
• Advanced proficiency with SQL, Excel, Python, and data visualization tools
• Strong written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience with predictive analytics or statistical modeling

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to non-technical audiences
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to build trust and collaborative relationships with leaders and staff

Salary and Benefits Package

Salary/year $101,127 - $111,627 based on experience and qualifications (AST Level L)

Vacation 25 days a year

Holidays 12 paid holidays each year

Life Insurance Life insurance fully paid by the employer for an amount equal to twice the employee's annual salary

Long Term Disability Insurance Long term disability fully paid by the employer

Medical/Hospitalization Medical/hospitalization insurance available per AST agreement

District contribution up to $1,673 per month for family coverage

Dental Insurance Dental insurance is fully paid by the employer for family coverage

Sick Leave 14 days per year cumulative to 254 days

Tuition Reimbursement 50% tuition for up to 9 credits per fiscal year for pre-approved coursework

This is an unofficial summary of benefits. All items are conditioned by more extensive qualifying provisions as detailed in the agreement between the Administrative Supervisory Technical Employees (AST) and Eden Prairie School District.