Director III, Research Data & Accountability (MAN-446) at Sacramento City Unified School District
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Application Deadline
6/8/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/29/2026
Contact
JESUS GALVAN
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$135,327 - $168,954 Annually
Length of Work Year
12
Employment Type
Full Time
About the Employer
Thank you for your interest in the Sacramento City Unified School District! For more than 160 years, SCUSD has served Sacramento families with quality public schools that prepare students for college and careers. We offer a wide variety of programs to meet different student needs in a district that reflects the diversity of our city and state. Become a Sacramento City Unified employee and join a team committed to Sacramento's future. We approach each day with creativity and passion, knowing that the young lives we inspire are Sacramento's next generation of leaders. Join us. You'll love your inspiring career in the heart of Sacramento.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Plan, organize, control, and administer all functions of the Research Data & Accountability Office. The Director of Research Data & Accountability assists the Chief Academic Officer as the accountability leader for the district, and oversees the implementation of federal, state, and district accountability requirements related to student achievement and educational planning. The director oversees internal/external research and program evaluation, and data analysis and reporting. The director assists the Chief Academic Officer in creating, implementing, coordinating, and communicating strategic initiatives that support the mission and vision of the school district and directs the development of innovative programs and initiatives throughout the district. In addition, the director prepares, directs, and aligns the implementation of the district strategic plan by ensuring procedures within departments and divisions of the district embody measures to bring the district's vision and goals to fruition.
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Requirements / Qualifications
TRAINING, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a field related to educational research, program evaluation, measurement, and statistics, social science, or other appropriate field. A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in education or a related profession, and a minimum of 5 years' experience in an educational institution or setting, including substantial leadership and management experience related to one or more of the following: educational assessment and accountability, academic standards, performance metrics, strategic planning, school planning, program evaluation, data analysis and reporting, categorical programs, or large-scale data systems. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California driver's license; provide personal automobile and proof of insurance; valid teaching credential and Administrative Services Credential preferred.
Credential Copy (or Document Number listed on CTC/if enrolled in an intern program or preliminary program must provide letter from program verifying enrollment and completion of program (for intern program, letter must state you are intern eligible) For full consideration include all of the following documents/information: Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 signed letters dated within 1 year of the application window; letters beyond 1 year or undated will not be accepted) Resume (current and up-to-date)
Requirements / Qualifications
TRAINING, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a field related to educational research, program evaluation, measurement, and statistics, social science, or other appropriate field. A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in education or a related profession, and a minimum of 5 years' experience in an educational institution or setting, including substantial leadership and management experience related to one or more of the following: educational assessment and accountability, academic standards, performance metrics, strategic planning, school planning, program evaluation, data analysis and reporting, categorical programs, or large-scale data systems. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California driver's license; provide personal automobile and proof of insurance; valid teaching credential and Administrative Services Credential preferred.
Credential Copy (or Document Number listed on CTC/if enrolled in an intern program or preliminary program must provide letter from program verifying enrollment and completion of program (for intern program, letter must state you are intern eligible) For full consideration include all of the following documents/information: Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 signed letters dated within 1 year of the application window; letters beyond 1 year or undated will not be accepted) Resume (current and up-to-date)
Comments and Other Information
Your 3 Professional References (section after "Work Experience") must consist of at least (1) from a current supervisor. Reference Checks will be conducted as part of the interview process. Internal candidates: if your current supervisor is the hiring manager (Erin Findley) you must provide a professional reference from an alternate superior (Current or former). You may not list the hiring manager as a professional reference. Please note this is a vacancy for the 26-27 school year. The Sacramento Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or affiliation with Scouting America. For questions or complaints, contact Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer: Melinda Iremonger (personnel-related)- 5735 47th Avenue, Sacramento CA, 95824 - 916.643.7446 - Melinda-Iremonger@scusd.edu; Title II ADA Coordinator (employee-related): Keyshun Marshall - 5735 47th Avenue. Sacramento CA, 95824 - 916.643.7901 - Keyshun-Marshall@scusd.edu; Section 504 and Title II ADA Coordinator (student-related): Cameron Olson- 5735 47th Avenue. Sacramento CA, 95824 - 916.643.7912; Chief Human Resources Officer and Lead Negotiator: Cancy McArn - 5735 47th Avenue, Sacramento CA, 95824 - 916.643.7474 - Cancy-mcarn@scusd.edu.
Comments and Other Information
Your 3 Professional References (section after "Work Experience") must consist of at least (1) from a current supervisor. Reference Checks will be conducted as part of the interview process. Internal candidates: if your current supervisor is the hiring manager (Erin Findley) you must provide a professional reference from an alternate superior (Current or former). You may not list the hiring manager as a professional reference. Please note this is a vacancy for the 26-27 school year. The Sacramento Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or affiliation with Scouting America. For questions or complaints, contact Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer: Melinda Iremonger (personnel-related)- 5735 47th Avenue, Sacramento CA, 95824 - 916.643.7446 - Melinda-Iremonger@scusd.edu; Title II ADA Coordinator (employee-related): Keyshun Marshall - 5735 47th Avenue. Sacramento CA, 95824 - 916.643.7901 - Keyshun-Marshall@scusd.edu; Section 504 and Title II ADA Coordinator (student-related): Cameron Olson- 5735 47th Avenue. Sacramento CA, 95824 - 916.643.7912; Chief Human Resources Officer and Lead Negotiator: Cancy McArn - 5735 47th Avenue, Sacramento CA, 95824 - 916.643.7474 - Cancy-mcarn@scusd.edu.
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