Senior Manager: Research

Title Code:

Senior Manager: Research

JOB SUMMARY
Conducts educational research and analyzes data upon request by the Board of Education, central office staff, and/or school-based staff. Serves on numerous committees involving the analysis of student or school system performance data; Reviews all internal and external requests to conduct research in the Anne Arundel County Public Schools based upon Board of Education policy and guidelines; Conducts ongoing item analyses of locally developed benchmark items; Evaluates the effectiveness of implemented programs. Explores available research to consult/advise decision makers on systemic/school-based initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates and analyzes all Board of Education and school system data requests.
• Reviews and evaluates all requests to conduct research in order to determine the degree to which each request supports the school system's instructional initiatives and adheres to FERPA guidelines.
• Prepares and presents technical reports that are designed to address specific instructional or school district issues or initiatives.
• Lead or serves as an advisor on a variety of committees.
• Manages the work of the Research Team.
• Collaborates with Central office leader on a variety of initiatives aligned to school system goals.
• Designs and implements research projects for the purpose of assessing school system Programs and monitors the school system goals and indicators.
• Manage and trains users on the district's historical data warehouse (Analytics & Insights).
• Prepares and administers the Research Office's budget in support of professional activities including workshops and in-service activities, materials and travel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Educational Research or a related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required;
• Master's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university preferred;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Experience

• Seven (7) years professional experience in educational research and/or assessment; required; and
• Five (5) years management experience required;
• Experience in determining areas of needed research; designing research; gathering and organizing data including the selection or development of appropriate instruments preferred;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Expert knowledge of research and assessment related computer software and reporting formats.
• Thorough knowledge of the uses and limitations of the various standardized assessments available.
• Ability to select and use appropriate analytical and statistical techniques.
• Ability to analyze and interpret results and to communicate results and conclusions to decision-makers in a clear and concise fashion.
• Ability to select or develop achievement measures for County programs and to summarize and analyze test results.
• Familiarity with data systems such as Educational Data Warehouse (EDW), Performance Matters, PowerSchool, and the Student Testing Information System (STIS).
• Ability to create a positive environment that value respects and leverages all employee talents while providing fair advancement for all employees.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• N/A

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• Second level supervisor

People Management

• This position acts as the manager for 1 to 5 direct staff.
• This position acts as the manager for indirect staff.

Management Duties/Responsibilities

• Interviews, selects, and trains employees.
• Directs the work of employees.
• Assess employees' performance (productivity/efficiency) to make promotional recommendation/other status changes.
• Handles employee complaints/grievances.
• Disciplines employees.
• Plans the work.
• Determines the techniques to use.
• Apportions the work among the employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment
Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements

• None:

Travel Requirements

• N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:4/1/2025Established Date:7/1/1979Title Code:B05494Title:MANAGER SENIOR: RESEARCHAlternate Title:Senior Manager: ResearchReports to Generic:Chief OfficerReports to Specific:OFFICER: CHIEF ACCOUNTABILITY

ORGANIZATION

Division:Instructional DataBusiness Unit:ResearchDepartment: Negotiated Agreement:N/A

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit:VIDays Worked:260FLSA Exemption Status:ExemptGrade:
EG01

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Essential Job: Months Worked:12Hours Worked:8Job Family:Executive/CabinetSub-Function:Senior Manager

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