Education Information Consultant 1/2/3-AAA

Education Information Consultant 1/2/3-AAA

Salary

$3,478.80 - $5,349.07 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

LDOE50593770-062226EL-AAA

Department

Education-State Activities

Opening Date

06/22/2026

Closing Date

7/6/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA

Office of Assessment, Accountability, and Analytics

Job Focus Area

This Education Information Consultant (EIC) is located on the Data Reporting team within the Division of Data Strategy & Governance within the Office of Assessments, Accountability, and Analytics. This position reports directly to an Education Research Analyst Manager and will support the Louisiana Department of Education's (LDOE) data request system for fulfilling internal, external, BESE, legislative, and public record requests.

This position will serve as the primary or secondary user support contact for the LDOE Data Request System. This system support encompasses, but is not limited to, the management of all communication and training with LDOE, all of the Local Education Agencies (LEAs) and Early Childhood Centers and associated contacts, and ensuring that the data is as error free and correct as possibly before a data request is delivered to the requester. This position provides highly technical assistance and advice to LEAs, Early Childhood Centers, and LDOE program staff on all relevant data submissions, and acts as a Departmental data representative, as necessary, through written and oral communications. This position serves as the primary consultant, who fulfills Early Childhood Education data requests on the Data Reporting team.

Applicants with the following experience are encouraged to apply:

Strong understanding and application of data calculations and methodology; professional-level experience in Power BI, Microsoft Excel, and Google Sheets; experience with Early Childhood data systems.

Candidates with the following skills and competencies are encouraged to apply:

• Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine ones actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
• Focusing on Customers: The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers.
• Using Data: The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions.
• Displaying Expertise: The ability to demonstrate specialized knowledge, skills, and experience to apply subject-matter expertise in diverse and evolving contexts.
• Leveraging Technology: The ability to use digital tools, systems, and emerging technologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of experience in data management; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR

A bachelors degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

Early Childhood Data System Improvements

• Serves as the data warehouse leader supporting the Division of Early Childhood Operations, assisting stakeholders with informative data metrics
• Provides technical assistance for internal and external Early Childhood stakeholders
• Responsible for consulting on and testing of system enhancements prior to production implementations

Data Collection and Communication

• Designs and produces technical reports using various tools such as Access, Excel, Power BI, Sheets, etc. to provide information concerning all education data, with a special emphasis on Early Childhood education data
• Extracts and compiles data from LDOE supported data systems to provide reports or electronic databases

Research and User Support

• Designs analytical methods and produces technical support to offices within LDOE to facilitate program studies

Administrative

• Analyzes statistical data, compiles reports and completes projects, as requested by Agency management
• Maintains records; prepares and analyzes reports; and creates data visualization products relative to the Department's needs

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office. Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment, if selected.

Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group. As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as an Education Information Consultant 1/2/3, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.

Work Schedule:Work hours are Monday - Friday. Work hours will be determined.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $20.07/hour.

Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Louisiana Department of Education - Human Resources

PO Box 94064

Baton Rouge, LA 70804

ldoejobs@la.gov

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veterans Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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I understand that information on this application may be subject to investigation and verification and that any misrepresentation or material omission, including on my responses to supplemental questions, may cause my application to be rejected, my name to be removed from the eligible register, and/or subject me to disqualification from future job opportunities and/or dismissal from state service.

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate which of the following software or statistical packages that you have experience with (please choose all that apply):

• Excel
• Sheets
• PowerBI
• Microsoft Access
• Other-Not Listed
• N/A- I do not have this experience

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If you selected Excel/Sheets/PowerBI/ACCESS/Other in the previous question, please describe your experience using these programs, including years of experience. If you selected "N/A - I do not have this experience", enter "N/A" below.

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Do you have experience with large data sets and/or databases?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" in the previous question, please describe your experience. If you answered "No," enter "N/A" below.

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Do you have experience with Early Childhood data systems?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" in the previous question, please describe your experience. If you answered "No," enter "N/A" below.

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DE: Displaying Expertise - How well do you apply subject-matter expertise to solve problems, share insights, and communicate effectively with others?

• I struggle to explain basic concepts, apply subject-matter knowledge, or share accurate information.
• apply subject-matter knowledge in typical situations and communicate clearly with some guidance or support.
• I use my subject-matter expertise to solve problems, explain concepts clearly, and tailor communication to different audiences.
• I demonstrate deep subject-matter expertise, explain complex topics with clarity, and provide strategic insights that support broader goals.

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DE: Displaying Expertise - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience

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LT: Leveraging Technology - How do you use technology to improve your work and support others?

• I struggle to use technology effectively and rely on outdated or manual processes.
• use basic tools, but I often miss opportunities to improve efficiency or solve problems with technology.
• I use technology to improve workflows, manage tasks, and collaborate effectively.
• lead tech adoption, streamline processes, and help others build confidence with digital tools.

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LT: Leveraging Technology - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.

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UD: Using Data - How do you work with data to generate insights or inform decisions?

• I struggle to collect, analyze, or use data effectively, and I may misuse or present sensitive information incorrectly.
• I can work with basic data, but I may miss key trends, present it unclearly, or need help applying insights.
• I collect accurate data, identify patterns, share insights clearly, and use data to make informed, ethical decisions.
• I use advanced techniques to uncover insights, tell clear data stories, and proactively protect sensitive information.

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UD: Using Data - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.

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Are you a current employee of the Louisiana Department of Education? (please note - teachers and other employees of the school system are not considered to be employees of the Department of Education):

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Louisiana

Address 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone (866) 783-5462

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm