APPLICATIONS ANALYST I

Position Number: 22082738 County: Pulaski Posting End Date: 6/10/2026

ADE

The NAEP State Coordinator serves as a key advisor and leader in organizing and supporting state, national, and international assessments, including NAEP and programs such as PISA, TIMSS, and PIRLS, ensuring effective implementation across Arkansas schools. This role collaborates with ADE: DESE offices and technology teams to collect and manage student and program data, improving efficiency and data quality while reducing the burden on district and school test coordinators. The coordinator provides extensive training and support to educators and coordinators through guides, calls, and in-person sessions, assists schools with data entry in required systems, and ensures participation of selected grade 4 and 8 students. Additionally, the position involves reviewing and communicating assessment reports, supporting staff with test design and reporting insights, coordinating with vendors and partners, maintaining compliance with state and federal policies, delivering professional development, and fostering relationships that strengthen the statewide assessment system, while also contributing to committees and special projects within ADE: DESE. Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.

POSITION INFORMATION

Job Series: Information Technology – Application Support Classification: Applications Analyst I Class Code: IAS01P Pay Grade: IST07 Salary Range: $73,104 – $119,274

JOB SUMMARY

The Applications Analyst I is responsible for analyzing, implementing, and maintaining software applications that support an agency’s or organization’s business processes and operations. By bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions, the Applications Analyst I collaborates with developers and information technology teams in an attempt to ensure applications are functional, efficient, and aligned with organizational goals. This role demands strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of business processes, and the technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve application-related issues.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Evaluate business requirements and translate them into functional specifications for applications. Analyze existing applications to identify areas for improvement, optimization, or replacement. Coordinate with agencies to gather requirements, address concerns, and provide updates. Test and validate applications to ensure proper functionality and alignment with business needs. Develop and document processes, user guides, and training materials for end-users. Troubleshoot and resolve application-related issues to maintain system reliability. Support the integration of new applications or updates into existing systems. Monitor application performance and implement solutions to enhance efficiency. Collaborate with information technology teams and vendors to deploy and maintain software solutions. Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend innovative solutions.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality. Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.