Education Research Analyst 1/2/3 - AAA
Salary
$3,984.93 - $6,123.87 Monthly
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
LDOE50523382-071526EL-AAA
Department
Education-State Activities
Opening Date
07/15/2026
Closing Date
7/25/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA
Office of Assessment, Accountability, and Analytics
Job Focus Area
The Division of Assessments, Accountability, and Analytics leads the collection, analysis, and strategic use of data to inform decision-making at all levels of birth-12 leadership to drive student success. If we believe that all students can achieve, then we must measure their progress to ensure they remain on track for the next grade level and, ultimately, for college and professional careers.
This Education Research Analyst (ERA) position is located within the Office of Assessments, Accountability and Analytics - Data Strategy & Governance division as part of the Data Quality team. The ERA will engage in advanced research, evaluation, and data analysis projects that influence the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) policy, initiatives, and strategic planning, as well as support the LDOE systems data collection and data consolidation activities required for educational planning. This includes oversight and management of multiple LDOE Statewide systems and assisting with application enhancements and modifications to given systems, communication and training with all of the Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and associated contacts, and ensuring that the data is as error-free and correct as possible once a system collection closes. This position provides highly technical assistance and advice to LDOE staff and LEAs regarding relevant data and data submissions. This position also acts as a Departmental data representative, as necessary, through written and oral communications.
Applicants with the following experience are encouraged to apply:
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding and practical application of SQL, SAS, R, and Python programming, as well as experience with Microsoft Access, data analysis, and dashboard development.
Minimum Qualifications
A masters degree in education, statistics, mathematics, or in a data analytics, data management, information technology, or social sciences field.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
As an Education Research Analyst 1, 2, or 3, you will:
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. The person hired for this position is expected to report to the Baton Rouge office as requested. Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment, if selected.
Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group. As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as an Education Research Analyst 1/2/3, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.
Work Schedule: Workdays are Monday - Friday; work hours will be determined.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Education Research Analyst 2 (TS-311)
Hourly: $26.32 - $40.45
Monthly: $4,561.27 - $7,011.00
Annually: $54,735.20 - $84,136.00
Education Research Analyst 3 (TS-313)
Hourly: $30.13 - $46.31
Monthly: $5,221.67 - $8,027.00
Annually: $62,660.00 - $96,325.00
Note regarding the advertised pay range:Beginning at the Education Research Analyst 1 level, this series have a special entrance rate (SER) of $22.99/hour that is above the minimum hire rate for these positions. The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career andnot the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Louisiana Department of Education - Human Resources
PO Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804
ldoejobs@la.gov
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
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I understand that information on this application may be subject to investigation and verification and that any misrepresentation or material omission, including on my responses to supplemental questions, may cause my application to be rejected, my name to be removed from the eligible register, and/or subject me to disqualification from future job opportunities and/or dismissal from state service.
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Please indicate which of the following software or statistical packages that you have experience with (please choose all that apply):
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If you selected Python/R/SAS/SQL/ACCESS in the previous question, please describe your experience using these programs, including years of experience. If you selected "None" or "Other", enter "N/A".
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Do you have experience with large data sets and/or databases?
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If you answered YES to the previous question, please list the types of data sets and/or databases AND describe your experience, including years. If you answered NO, enter "N/A".
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Do you have experience with dashboard development?
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If you answered YES to the previous question, please list the types of dashboard programs AND describe your experience, including years. If you answered NO, enter "N/A".
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Are you authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship?
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Are you a current employee of the Louisiana Department of Education? (please note - teachers and other employees of the school system are not considered to be employees of the Department of Education):
Required Question
Employer State of Louisiana
Address 1201 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802
Phone (866) 783-5462
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm