Senior Data Analyst

Location: NEA Headquarters

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

Posting Period:

October 27, 2026 - Until Filled

Employee Type:

NEASO NEA Staff Organization, OO123 Center for Innovation & Technology (CIT)

Position Type:

Regular

Salary Range:

$102,062.00 - $158,178.00

Rank:

NEASO Rank 7

Position Details:

Position Emphasis: The position supports the NEA’s strategic objective to focus the energy and resources of its nearly 3 million members toward the promotion of public education by providing professional expertise in data coordination and analysis for the Center for Innovation & Technology’s Reporting, Analytics, & Data (RAD) team.

Position Summary: The essential functions of this position include conceptualizing and conducting a broad range of data coordination and analysis projects for the Reporting, Analytics, & Data (RAD) team. Key responsibilities include: Carrying out queries and analysis of data; developing data-driven reports, publications, graphics, talking points, and presentations accessible to diverse audiences, including NEA and affiliate staff, education professionals, and policymakers; and developing data dashboards and data visualizations. Additional responsibilities include writing and maintaining technical documentation. To carry out responsibilities, the incumbent uses a computer and/or laptop, associated software, and other office technology, and travels occasionally.

Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, applied statistics, data science, or related discipline, including advanced graduate studies in quantitative data analysis, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills may be acquired. Minimum Qualifications:  Five years of progressively responsible experience in data analysis involving the transformation, combination, and analysis of complex datasets to support data-driven decision making; experience in heading major data coordination and analysis projects; and strong writing and public speaking skills, with proven ability to communicate complex ideas to professional and lay audiences. Other Requirements: Some travel required (approximately 15-20 overnights per year). Samples of recent work products (e.g. writing, presentation, and research materials) may be required at interview.

Selection Criteria: Tier 1 (Essential): Proven training and experience in data analysis/science. Experience building, transforming, querying, and analyzing large databases. Experience using coding languages such as R, Python, and/or SQL. Proven project management skills and ability to effectively allocate time and resources toward the completion of multiple projects with overlapping timelines. Demonstrated ability to synthesize and interpret data analysis findings for technical and non-technical audiences. Proven oral and written communication skills. Experience using data to create data visualizations. Successful references. Tier 2 (Significant): Knowledge of business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, AWS Quick Suite). Experience with national datasets, particularly those maintained by NCES, Census Bureau, and other federal agencies (e.g., SASS, CCD, ACS, CPS). Substantive background in education, social policy, and/or labor issues. Experience using Civis Platform. Significant experience collaborating with others for purposes of identifying, defining and solving problems. Tier 3 (Desirable): Capacity to work effectively within the context of the NEA, an advocacy organization. Knowledge of the mission and strategic focus of NEA Center for Innovation & Technology.

Additional Information

Please submit a cover letter with your application, and in your cover letter answer the following two questions:

• Use your past experience to suggest a problem you could solve at NEA.
• Give one example where a peer, superior, or an AI chatbot gave you an answer you knew was wrong. How did you know it was wrong, and how did you resolve the issue?

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following is provided: The position involves skill in using a computer and/or laptop; oral and written communication skills; skills in proofreading and editing; use of clear and articulate speech; interpersonal relations skills; reasoning and problem-solving skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to sit for long periods, stoop, bend, reach and carry light materials (up to 10 lbs.); and ability to travel by various methods of transportation, e.g., airplane, car.

NEA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. To apply for this position or to search for other openings, please go to our jobs page at Careers at NEA (myworkdayjobs.com)

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