Research/Data Analyst II

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Research/Data Analyst II

Salary

$47,425.15 - $73,345.13 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

9077-0201-20260824hinds

Department

0201 - EDUCATION - CONSOLIDATED PROGRAM

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Closing Date

9/14/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$47,425.15

Agency Maximum Salary

$73,345.13

What you'll need to be Successful

This position will require excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience.

About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) seeks to create a world-class educational system that gives students the knowledge and skills to be successful in college and in the workforce, and to flourish as parents and citizens. To inquire about this position, please contact Vanessa Virgil-Ruffin at vvirgil-ruffin@mdek12.org. (This is a NON-STATE, TIME LIMITED position).

About the Position

This position is in the Bureau of Data and Compliance within the Office of Special Education (OSE). Duties will require knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), State Board of Education Chapter 74, Rule 19, U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs Federal Data Collection and Reporting Requirements, and the Mississippi Student Information System (MSIS). This position requires regular communication with LEA Special Education Directors and Administrators, the MDE OSE Data Team, and Stakeholders.
This position will assist in collecting data for the December 1 Count, Child Find, and Determination reports for the OSE. This is required by the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) and IDEA. The position will also provide support to the LEAs regarding data and reporting, data reporting and analysis, report development, and related follow-up activities. The position will assist in the Integrated Monitoring Systems by monitoring Districts in the Cyclical and Intensive stage.
This position collects, maintains, analyzes, and reports special education data to support the Mississippi Department of Education, Office of Special Education. Responsibilities include assisting with the December 1 Child Count, Child Find, Determination, and other data collections required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), and the State Performance Plan/Annual
Performance Report (SPP/APR). The position uses spreadsheets and databases to develop reports, perform data analyses, and ensure the accuracy, quality, and integrity of reported data. Additional responsibilities include providing technical assistance to local education agencies (LEAs) on data collection and reporting requirements and supporting integrated monitoring activities, including monitoring districts in the Cyclical and Intensive stages, to promote compliance and continuous program improvement.

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Health/Prescription InsuranceEligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single o

Minimum Qualifications

What you'll need to be Successful This position will require excellent oral and written communication skills.