Education Research Consultant 11-P13

Job Description

This is a continuous posting, the department will begin reviewing applications on March 26, 2024, however, the posting will remain open until the position is filled.

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan.

MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state. MDE’s role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy-makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels.

Join a team of highly trained and educated individuals committed to supporting learners and learning in Michigan. Serving students, parents, families, educators, and communities within a culture that promotes excellence and respects diversity, our work is meaningful and impactful.

As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 400 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service.

Office of Systems, Evaluation, and Technology - The Office of Systems, Evaluation, and Technology (OSET) works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders in the areas of systems coordination, integration, and improvement; evaluation, data analyses, and data-driven decision making; and educational technology and infrastructure. The three focus areas of the Office of Systems, Evaluation, and Technology play important roles in supporting and implementing each of the goals within Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, as well as assisting in the monitoring and evaluation of Michigan's progress towards becoming a Top 10 education state.

Primary Physical Work Address – Position is located at the John Hannah Building, 608 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Hybrid flexible schedule of in-person and remote work arrangement.

Position Summary: This position supports internal and external evaluation efforts of department research that improves education for all students in Michigan and builds agency capacity to use evidence for decision making. This position also provides support for key initiatives within MDE by performing data analysis, recommending processes for analyzing data in support of MDE priorities, and analyzing data related to equity issues in all MDE’s programming. The position also supports the “evaluation” component of the Way of Work and works closely with data governance work.

Education Research Consultant 11-P13 Position Description

Education Research Consultant 11-P13 Job Specification

Required Education And Experience

Education

Education Research Consultant 11 - P13

Possession of a master's degree in education, social science, or mathematics, with at least 8 semester (12 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: inferential statistics, educational measurement, evaluation design, or research design (excluding thesis or dissertation credits)

Education Research Consultant 11-P13 Job Specification

Alternate Education And Experience

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Additional Requirements And Information

Your submittal is considered complete with the following required document s:

• Completed Application
• Resume (entered or attached to the job posting)
• Official copy of transcripts (when necessary)
  
  

The Michigan State Employees Retirement System (MSERS) is separate from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS). If you are currently a MPSERS retiree, there should be no impact to your MPSERS pension due to employment with the Michigan Department of Education. If you are currently eligible for a MPSERS retirement benefit and become the successful candidate for this position, you should contact the Office of Retirement Services (ORS) to determine any impact if you elect to immediately begin receiving your MPSERS retirement benefit.