What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Analyst - Oracle Processing Team position at Wake County Public School System?
Overview
POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)
DATA ANALYST
WORKING TITLE
Data Analyst-Oracle Processing Team (OPT)
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
Human Resources-Salary and Information Systems
LOCATION
Crossroads III, Cary, NC
PAY GRADE
Noncertified Grade 26
FLSA STATUS
Nonexempt
ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
No
WORK WEEK SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a Hybrid Telework workweek
POSITION PURPOSE:
Manages and analyzes data related to any employment status changes in the Wake County Public School System’s (WCPSS) Oracle database. Assists in responding to questions received in Human Resources, as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
- Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel (analyzing data and performing calculations using databases and spreadsheets), Power Point; Google Apps;
- Considerable knowledge of interrelated functions between human resources, payroll, and benefit processes;
- Excellent customer service and organizational skills;
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
- Ability to gather and analyze pertinent facts, arrive at conclusions or recommendations, and present information in an easily understood and reportable format;
- Ability to complete complex tasks and minimize errors with attention to detail;
- Ability to work in a team environment;
- Ability to work independently and complete tasks in the absence of clear direction;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, staff members of external funding agencies, and the community.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
- Associates degree from a regionally accredited college or university;
- Two years of experience in Business, Human Resources, or a related field;
- Experience in analyzing and researching data based on policies and procedures.
An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may be considered.
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with Oracle (in reference to Human Resource functions);
- Experience in a public school setting working in a Human Resources or Payroll department;
- Experience using the online Teacher licensure system, online State salary system, North Carolina Identity Management (NCID) System, eBenefits, and Automated Educational Substitute Operator (AESOP).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, staff members of external funding agencies, and the community. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force.
EFFECTIVE DATE: 4/2025
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.
