ANALYST, REPORTING

** Applications will be received until October 30, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. **

Summary of Role:

The Research, Analytics, Assessment, & Data Department at Denver Public Schools is seeking an Analyst to join the Student Data Analytics team. The individual in this role will support research and reporting efforts by obtaining and validating data, applying appropriate statistical and analytical methods, and clearly communicating findings to stakeholders. Working within established frameworks and guidance, the Analyst provides timely, accurate insights that inform district policies, practices, and day-to-day decision-making.

What DPS Offers You:

• A culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun, with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. 
• A collaborative and diverse work environment where you’ll share space with a variety of district and school leaders, staff, and students. 
• An annual salary range of $70,896 - $85,075. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. 
• Other Total Reward offerings such as generous paid time off, health and wellness benefits, and a PERA Retirement plan. For more information visit our New Employee Resources.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Process and analyze large datasets from multiple sources and synthesize results into actionable insights for key stakeholders across the district
• Proactively assess data quality and develop metrics to measure and monitor district performance
• Apply statistical analysis, trend analysis, and scenario modeling to identify patterns, root causes, and evidence-based recommendations
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to clarify reporting needs, understand research questions, and translate requirements into effective analyses and deliverables
• Develop and deliver clear, visually compelling data visualizations and presentations for audiences ranging from internal teams to executive leadership and the Board; explain methodologies, data sources, and calculations
• Collaborate with team members on cross-functional analyses and projects, contributing to shared outcomes and a positive, solutions-oriented team culture
• Design and facilitate data literacy and training sessions for district and school leaders to build capacity in data analysis, interpretation, and communication in support of district priorities and decision-making
• Serve as the primary analyst for assigned focus area(s) and provide additional analytical support as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a social science discipline (e.g., Economics, Education, Psychology, Public Health, Sociology) 
• Extensive experience analyzing complex quantitative data using R; experience with other statistical software (e.g., SQL, Python) a plus
• Proven experience designing, building, and documenting streamlined, fully reproducible analytic pipelines and workflows to ensure all analyses can be independently validated, audited, and efficiently scaled for routine district reporting 
• One plus (1+) years of experience in at least 3 of the following areas:
  • Research, Education, Public Health, Psychology, Social Policy, Sociology, Program Evaluation, Business Intelligence, Reporting, Dashboarding/Visualizations, Data Science, Analytics, Programming, 
    Applied Statistics, Data Modeling
• Commitment to advancing racial and educational excellence and working to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community
• Permanent home address in Colorado  
• Ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun