Job DescriptionPosition Overview: TEA's Performance Reporting division seeks to ensure continuous improvement in the academic achievement of all Texas public school students by developing and implementing transparent, rigorous, and fair academic accountability systems; providing accurate and comprehensive academic performance reporting systems, tools, and trackers; and monitoring and validating data to ensure the integrity of these systems.
The SAS Programmer/Data Analyst sits within the Data & Reporting Infrastructure team in the Division of Performance Reporting. This role performs complex programming tasks to create datasets, reports, and other tools to provide actionable insights into student performance across the state. The programmer will assist in the creation and maintenance of applications that support the processing of accountability and other data and will be responsible for configuring data downloads to provide timely and accurate data to districts and the public. This position will work under minimal supervision.
This position requires up to 5% travel, based on business needs, to support program initiatives, collaboration, and operational priorities.Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates. Please note that a resume and cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Applicants must also complete the required short answer responses as part of the application questionnaire. Incomplete applications will not be considered.Applicants who are strongly being considered for employment must submit to a national criminal history background check.Essential Functions Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.
1 Accountability Tools and Trackers: Own the design, development, and delivery of assigned tools and trackers (e.g. AEA Registration, Campus Pairing, HB3 Reimbursements, etc.) for TEAL and public deliveries by serving as the primary architect, programmer, and data processor. Perform complex SAS design, coding, testing, quality control, and documentation as well as data ETL operations necessary for the delivery of these TEAL apps.
2 CI/CD Process Definition, Adoption, and Automation: Own the research, design, development, and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes for PR applications, tools, and SAS reporting systems. Establish CI/CD routines and endtoend workflows for PR Div Programmers community based on core PR needs and prevailing IT infrastructure. Implement and support automated build, test, validation, and deployment workflows using Jira, Bitbucket, and Jenkins aligned with divisional CI/CD standards for SAS reports and data tools.
3 State Performance Reporting: Own the design, development, and delivery of assigned TPRS reports, TAPR downloads, and other adhoc research, performing data analyses and modeling, and fulfilling Public Information Requests (PIRs) by serving as the primary data processor and programmer. Perform complex SAS design, coding, code revisions, testing, quality control, and documentation as well as necessary data ETL operations.
QualificationsMinimum QualificationsEducation: Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university
Experience: At least four (4) years of strong experience in SAS programming, including systems analysis and design, unit and functional testing, SQL programming, coding and reviewing complex programs, data validation, working with large databases, and statistical data analysis. Experience must also include CI/CD practices and processes using tools such as Jira, Bitbucket, and Jenkins, as well as applying SAS procedures, macros, SQL, report writing, and detailed project documentation
Substitutions: Each additional year of related experience above the required minimum may substitute for education on a yearforyear basis
Other Qualifications- Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military
- Experience with SAS programming language, constructs, IDEs (e.g. SAS Studio and SAS Enterprise Guide) and standards for writing and reviewing complex programming, data validation techniques, and working with large databases
- Experience with designing, developing, and maintaining modern web pages involving React.js framework, Javascript, Jquery, JSON, HTML5, CSS, etc.
- Familiarity with modern Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) concepts, processes, and DevOps tooling like Jira, Bitbucket, Jenkins, etc.
- Experience in accurately performing program peer reviews, unit tests, and web checks in collaboration with other internal teams
- Ability to clearly document processes, programs, testcases, and test results with attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects and ensure accurate and highquality work
- Demonstrated desire to acquire expert knowledge and build skills necessary to effectively fulfill position's essential job functions and responsibilities
- Ability to analyze and interpret a wide variety of education data, prepare summary reports, and perform statistical analyses to inform decisionmaking
- Demonstrated willingness to accept direction, feedback, and suggestions for improvement in a positive and proactive manner
New hires, rehires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees within the same classification. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and qualifications and consider internal pay equity across employees performing similar work.
The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates whose qualifications exceed the role's requirements. The maximum of the range is typically reserved for candidates who significantly exceed the required and preferred qualifications.
BenefitsTEA employees receive a comprehensive benefits package through the State of Texas and the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS), supporting health, financial security, and worklife balance.
Benefits include:- Retirement through ERS and employerpaid health insurance for eligible employees
- Optional dental, vision, and dependent coverage
- Paid state holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, and longevity pay
- Wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and professional development opportunities
- Eligibility for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
To learn more about benefits available to State of Texas employees, please review the State of Texas Employee Benefits brochure and visit the TEA Compensation and Benefits page .
Military/Veteran InformationApplicants eligible for Military Employment Preference (MEP) will be considered in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
To claim Military Employment Preference, applicants must:
- Select the applicable Military Employment Preference category in the employment application.
- Upload supporting documentation verifying eligibility in the Attachments section of the application before submitting the application.
Important: Selfidentifying as eligible for Military Employment Preference does not by itself establish eligibility. Supporting documentation is required for TEA to verify eligibility before Military Employment Preference can be applied during the selection process. Applicants who do not submit sufficient documentation may not be considered eligible for Military Employment Preference. This requirement is consistent with TEA's Military Employment Preference procedures.
For information about eligibility requirements, required supporting documentation, and instructions for claiming Military Employment Preference, please review the Military Employment Preference page, which outlines eligible categories, documentation requirements, and the eligibility verification process.
To explore how military experience may align with this role, applicants may review Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes within the State's Position Classification Plan. Please refer to the Military Crosswalk and select the occupational category that most closely corresponds with the classification listed in this job posting.
Additional InformationTo learn more about working at TEA, including hiring timelines, process details, and candidate resources, please visit the Careers at TEA page .
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