Posting Information

Posting Number2024761

Posting/Functional TitleResearch Analyst - Audit Specialist

University Pay Plan TitleResearch Analyst

LocationSan Marcos

DepartmentTexas School Safety Center

Recruitment TypeOpen to All

Job TypeFull-Time

Funding SourcePermanent

Monthly Salary$5,417 - $5,667

Job CategoryExempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

• Master’s degree.

• Previous professional experience with research or program evaluation related work.

• Demonstrate prior experience with Qualtrics survey software.

• Demonstrate prior experience in academic, technical, academic, public policy, and/or grant and legislative report writing.

• Demonstrate prior experience and knowledge of data analysis techniques and use of data analysis software.

• Demonstrate prior experience with Microsoft Excel for data management and analysis.

• Demonstrate prior experience with client relationship management/customer service skills.

• Demonstrate prior experience developing data collection instruments for social sciences.

• Demonstrate prior experience developing survey questionnaires.

Preferred Qualifications

• Documented work experience in school safety.

• Documented work experience in data analytics.

• Documented experience collecting, cleaning, and managing large data sets from various sources.

• Demonstrate knowledge of the Texas Education Code.

• Demonstrate experience with project management.

• Demonstrate prior experience conducting social science research related to educational environments.

• Demonstrate prior experience designing and applying social science research methodologies.

• Demonstrate experience collaborating both within a team and with other teams.

Job Description

The Texas School Safety Center (TxSSC) is an official university-level research center at Texas State University. The TxSSC is tasked in Chapter 37 of the Texas Education Code and the Governor’s Homeland Security Strategic Plan with key school safety initiatives and mandates. The TxSSC serves as the clearinghouse for the dissemination of safety and security information through research, training, and technical assistance for K-12 schools and junior colleges throughout the state of Texas. As a result, Texas has become a national leader in school safety practices and is relied upon for assistance and guidance from jurisdictions throughout the nation.

The TxSSC is seeking highly qualified candidates for a Research Analyst position to assist the Associate Director of Research and Evaluation in conducting research and program evaluation related to school safety security, and health. This position will have the unique opportunity to be part of a collaborative working environment supporting data collection, analysis, and dissemination of research and evaluation findings to various stakeholder groups. All research and evaluation efforts aim to ensure that schools and communities across Texas are safe, secure, and healthy learning environments.

Job Duties

• Assist with the development, design, and deployment of the school safety and security audit reporting tool.

• Develop materials and provide detailed records of work related to audits, including logs and procedural guidance.

• Keep detailed records of work related to audits, including logs and procedural guidance.

• Provide technical support and troubleshoot issues for school stakeholders and internal staff in a professional manner.

• Assist in expanding and improving program evaluation of statewide trainings and events.

• Manage and report on data collected from statewide surveys and TxSSC trainings and events.

• Develop templates, guides, and toolkits in support of Texas school districts.

• Analyze quantitative and qualitative research data.

• Design and administer data collection procedures including surveys, focus group and interview protocols, as well as other appropriate data collection procedures.

• Conduct event and yearly assessment of programs and activities.

• Develop reports, scholarly articles, and other research related publications.

• Disseminate information clearly and concisely in verbal and written form.

• Present ideas to individuals or groups to ensure that they understand the information.

• Ensure high attention to detail and organization with projects.

• Work collaboratively and professionally with all divisions of the TxSSC.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Information to Applicants

• Occasional travel for data collection, conferences and/or meetings required.

• You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and one example of your academic, technical, and/or public policy writing to the application.

• If selected for an interview, you will be required to complete research-related tasks involving Excel, Qualtrics, and the application of knowledge of research methodologies during the interview process.

Job Open Date09/13/2024

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)09/27/2024

Open Until FilledNo

Normal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End5:00PM

Posting NoticesYou will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a cover letter.

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!

• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!

• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program

• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.

• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus

• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/49514

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