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State of Colorado Director of Data Collection - Internal Employees Only in Denver Metro, Colorado
Director of Data Collection - Internal Employees Only
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Director of Data Collection - Internal Employees Only
Salary
$8,152.08 - $9,986.33 Monthly
Location
Denver Metro, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
GAA90168
Department
Colorado Department of Higher Education
Opening Date
11/18/2024
Closing Date
11/24/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
1600 Broadway , Suite 2200, Denver, CO 80202
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
HR@dhe.state.co.us
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to classified permanent employees of the listed department and division within that department.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
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Department Information
The mission of the Department of Higher Education (CDHE) is to improve the quality of, ensure the affordability of, and promote access to, postsecondary education for the people of Colorado. In pursuing its mission, the Colorado Department of Higher Education will act as an advocated for the students and institutions of postsecondary education and will coordinate and as needed, regulate the activities of the state’s postsecondary education institutions.
Th e Director of Da t a Collection works in the Data, Research and Policy (DRP) team to oversee and direct student-level and aggregate institutional data collection processes, including managing the Student Unit Record Data System (SURDS) data collections, manages technology-based solutions to the Department in the form of data collection processes, serves as the state of Colorado’s IPEDS Coordinator overseeing submissions for all Title IV institutions in the state, and provides project management and data preparation for research and policy.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position supervises one (1) employee: one (1) the Data Integration Manager.
Description of Job
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a management position responsible for planning, directing, and managing the staff, operations, and activities of data collection in the Data, Research & Policy Office . Positions at this level are responsible for performing complex, specialized, and diverse work involving significant accountability , project management and decision-making responsibilities, which include department budget administration, program evaluation, and recommendation and implementation of equipment, software, policies, procedures and standards related to data collection. The duties of the work require the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines.
JOB DUTIES
The duties listed below reflect the different types of work that may be performed. The omission of any specific duty will not prevent the assignment of work that is appropriately related to this position.
Staff and Project Management
Direct the development and modification of Department data collections, responding to the needs and goals of the state
Direct the development and publication of data collection documentation, including timelines, processes, and data definition s
Manage and direct federal IPEDS data reporting for the state of Colorado
Manage and deliver data as requested by the Data, Research and Policy team and other Department D ivisions; this may include handling data requests from other state agencies, research partners and outside entities
Extract and prepare data for publication in legislatively mandated reports
Public Relations
Represent the Department in presenting summaries of SURDS, data sharing and data availability
Lead and facilitate the Department’s Data Advisory Group (DAG)
Facilitate and develop working relationships with higher education i nstitutional r esearch staff
Development
Develop and maintain data collection and file processing, including for applications such as SURDS
Develop, maintain , update all required stored procedures for submitted SURDS files and SURDS data submissions
Design and maintain procedures and functions in SQL Server
Develop and maintain IPEDS reporting for public institutions and select privates and provide guidance, planning, oversight and/or technical support for IPEDS reporting
Develop and maintain processes for data used in the state performance funding model
Student Unit Record Data System (SURDS)
Lead contact for all SURDS website data submission questions, comments, requests, and overrides
Coordinate with institutions on SURDS file submissions and data conversions
Coordinate and manage SURDS documentation in coordination with DAG
Lead discussions regarding field definition changes and modifications and new data collection fields and files
Maintain, update, and create all SQL code related to IPEDS submission
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying . A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in information technology, computer science, data security or related field
Substitution: Four (4) years of experience in a related field can replace the education requirement of a bachelor’s degree
Experience:
Five (5) plus years of experience working in the information technology field as a SQL developer, database analyst, database administrator, or combination
Seven (7) plus years of experience facilitating secure data collection of student-level or equivalent data
D evelopment experience with and functional knowledge of SQL Server 2019 or higher including table design, stored procedures, functions, and TSQL
Data management experience, such as collecting, transforming, and transporting large datasets between systems while maintaining data security
Experience with Business Intelligence or Analytics software
Experience reporting data to the Federal Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Experience with Colorado higher education data and/or data systems and familiarity with the Colorado higher education data landscape
Experience working with Institutional Research staff at higher education institutions
Licenses and Certifications:
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master’s degree from an accredited university or college in a related field
Knowledge of:
Advanced office practices, procedures, software and equipment, including the use of personal computers, telephones, Zoom, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Teams)
State statutes, rules and regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines
Cybersecurity and d atabase encryption
Privacy rules and legislation , such as Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ( FERPA )
National h igher e ducation databases
Ability to:
Work effectively in both independent and team situations
Lead new initiatives
Work in an environment with a degree of ambiguity
Make independent decisions
Employ attention to technical detail and accuracy
Work in a fast-paced environment
Apply time management skills to prioritize work
Physical and Mental Standards (Hybrid Setting)
The physical and mental standards described here are representative of those that must typically be met by employees to perform the essential functions of this class successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequently sit at a desk for extended periods of time
Frequently walk and stand
Occasionally may push or pull an object
Frequently use finger dexterity and operate a keyboard
Regularly lift 10 pounds and occasionally lift 25 pounds
Frequently use vision to read documents, view computer screens, and see close and distant objects
Frequently use speech and hearing to engage in conversation, in person, and over the telephone
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
The employee typically works in a standard office environment where the noise level is moderate, and the office has controlled temperatures. Works a 40-hour work week, either remotely, hybrid , or in-office, depending on the arrangement met during employment with the supervisor during normal office hours of Monday– Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Job duties may occasionally require working extended hours or hours outside of the regular schedule.
Supplemental Information
NOTICE
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position . They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The duties, expectations, and actions listed for this role may change at any time with or without notice.
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado Department of Higher Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resource Director at HR@dhe.state.co.us or call 720.264.8575.
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