Research Data and Evaluation Specialist (1.0 FTE) - Educational Services

About the Employer

Developing Effective Communicators & Critical Thinkers Petaluma City Schools delivers a high-quality, diverse, equitable, and inclusive education to all student scholars so they creatively explore interests, collaboratively solve problems, and fully develop as resilient, caring, and responsible members of our community. We believe: * All students have infinite potential and value. * Diversity is an asset that strengthens and enriches our learning community. * Safe and caring learning environments help students reach high levels of achievement. * An engaged and supportive community is essential to student and organizational success. * Collaborative teams and shared decision making are critical to student success.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of Assist. Superintendent of Educational Services or designee, Petaluma City Schools seeks a motivated, organized, creative, flexible and data-driven candidate to lead organization-wide work around data analysis, State assessments, State and Federal compliances, and reporting. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to learn, interpret, and apply school district policies, laws, rules, and regulations. Familiarity with California state-mandated assessment procedures and State Accounting Regulations as they relate to student attendance accounting and other SIS applications. Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, including the preparation of business correspondence, filing and modern office equipment, including knowledge of a variety of software programs and applications including spreadsheets, and databases. Must have or ability to obtain SIS certification. Must possess knowledge of correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of personalities and situations requiring tact, good judgment and poise; take responsibility and use good judgment in recognizing the scope of authority; understand and carry out complex oral and written directions. The ideal candidate is familiar with Petaluma City schools and aligned with the mission and core values of PCS. IMPORTANT DATES: DEADLINE: APRIL 21, 2025 (4:30 PM) 1st ROUND OF INTERVIEWS: WEEK OF APRIL 28th (specific date TBD) 2nd ROUND OF INTERVIEWS: TUESDAY MAY 6, 2025 (4:30 PM) Bilingual in Spanish desired. Successful bilingual applicant will be paid an additional stipend of $96 per month. This stipend will be p

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