• Job Description

  Req#: 11623

  Job Title: Data Analyst - Power BI, Assessments, and Research

  Position Function: The Data Analyst - Power BI, Assessments, and Research creates intuitive, data-driven solutions that inform decision-making across Wichita Public Schools. Guided by the district's mission-to prepare each student for life, college, and career through an innovative and impactful educational experience-and its shared beliefs in Student Success, Safety and Belonging, Family and Community Collaboration, Visionary Leadership, and the Common Good, this role centers on developing high-quality Power BI reports and dashboards. The Data Analyst collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy, champion a district-wide data culture, and support key priorities such as increasing graduation rates, college/career preparation, and fostering an inclusive school environment.

  Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

  • Must perform assigned duties and work all scheduled hours unless an approved leave is granted
  • Any deviation from assigned hours requires supervisor approval.
  • Required to dress in a manner reflecting a positive image of Wichita Public Schools and appropriate for a data analysis role

  Additional Duties: Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other district leadership to support Wichita Public Schools' goals and priorities.

  Equipment: This position may require the use of standard office equipment (computers, copiers, scanners) as well as Microsoft software and cloud-based tools (e.g., Azure, Teams). Must always comply with Wichita Public Schools¿ guidelines for equipment use and data security.

  Travel: Limited travel between school sites and central offices may be required to consult with stakeholders, provide on-site training, and collaborate with project teams.

  Physical and Mental Demands:

  • Ability to work in standard office environments
  • Occasional lifting of 20-30 lbs
  • Extended periods of computer-based work
  • Must be able to adapt to evolving technology and processes
  • Additional demands upon request of supervisor

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Technical Proficiency:
  • Familiarity with Power BI (Power Query, DAX, dataflows) and SQL for data extraction and transformation
  • Basic understanding of semantic data modeling (star schemas, dimensions/facts) without requiring extensive Kimball-based warehousing knowledge
  • Knowledge of Microsoft tech stack (e.g., Azure services, Excel, SharePoint)
  • Data Analysis & Visualization:
  • Ability to interpret data trends, create compelling visualizations, and communicate actionable insights to non-technical audiences
  • Knowledge of SPSS, SAS, Python, or R is a plus, but not required
  • Collaboration & Communication:
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to engage diverse teams, listen to stakeholder needs, and share insights effectively
  • Ability to work in a team-based environment, contributing positively to shared goals and missions
  • Alignment with District Mission & Beliefs:
  • Commitment to the Wichita Public Schools mission of preparing every student for success
  • Respect for the district's shared beliefs on Student Success, Safety and Belonging, Family and Community Collaboration, Visionary Leadership, and the Common Good

  Interrelations:

  • Regular contact with district personnel, external vendors, and community partners
  • Works under the direct supervision of the Information Systems and Technology Department and may collaborate with other departments to meet broader district objectives
  • Expected to handle all stakeholder interactions with professionalism, tact, and positivity

  Essential Performance Responsibilities:

  • Power BI Development & Management:
  • Build, maintain, and optimize Power BI datasets, dashboards, and reports to address district needs in assessments, research, and program evaluation.
  • Employ basic data modeling principles in the semantic layer (star schemas, dimensions/facts) to ensure high-performance analytics without requiring extensive Kimball-based warehousing knowledge.
  • Establish governance and security standards for Power BI content in alignment with Wichita Public Schools' data privacy obligations (FERPA/HIPAA).
  • Data Integration & Semantic Modeling:
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to clarify data requirements, focusing on identifying key metrics, dimensions, and hierarchies for meaningful analytics outcomes.
  • Maintain consistent metadata and naming conventions to streamline data consumption and foster a shared understanding of district data.
  • Work closely with the Data Engineer & Architect to integrate new data sources and refine existing pipelines for improved data accuracy and accessibility.
  • Analytics & Visualization:
  • Use Power BI, SQL, and related tools to perform data analyses, identifying trends to inform district improvement strategies tied to academic achievement and student well-being.
  • Design visual narratives that highlight critical insights, supporting data-driven decision-making for principals, teachers, and district leadership.
  • Align analyses with the district's mission, vision, and shared beliefs to ensure recommendations support improved graduation rates, postsecondary readiness, and safe, inclusive school environments.
  • Automated Data Processes:
  • Develop and maintain automated workflows for data transformation and report updates, reducing manual intervention and improving reliability.
  • Proactively monitor dashboards for accuracy and performance, addressing issues swiftly to maintain data integrity.
  • Collaboration & Training:
  • Work closely with internal teams (IT, Curriculum, Operations) and external vendors to scope and deliver relevant Power BI solutions.
  • Participate in project planning activities, including timelines and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with district strategic priorities.
  • Provide training and support to district staff on data literacy and Power BI usage, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and self-service analytics.

  Qualification Profile:

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field required
  • Understanding of relational database concepts; basic exposure to data modeling techniques in a semantic layer context
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, including DAX and Power Query
  • Solid working knowledge of SQL (T-SQL, PL/SQL)
  • Familiarity with additional Microsoft tools (Azure Data Factory, Excel, SharePoint) a plus
  • Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate (PL-300) or equivalent preferred
  • Other relevant credentials-such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900), Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104), or Certified Business Intelligence Professional (CBIP)-are beneficial
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple projects
  • Excellent communication skills to explain complex data in an accessible manner

  FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

• About the company

  Wichita South High School, known locally as South, is a fully accredited high school, operated by Wichita USD 259 public school district, and serves students in grades 9-12, located in Wichita, Kansas.

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