KIPP SoCal Public Schools

Data Analyst

KIPP SoCal Public Schools  •  $69k - $93k/yr  •  Los Angeles, CA (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Who We Are

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.

Mission

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.

What We Do

At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.

The Opportunity

The Data Analyst will read, clean, and analyze data from various systems, create data visualizations, and present the visualizations with a focus on raising data literacy within the region. Through analysis and visualization of data, KIPP SoCal team members will be able to access and analyze data to drive decisions in the best interests of our students for years to come. Success in this role requires the application of technical expertise, problem solving, adaptability, strong organizational skills, and continuous self-directed learning.

Reporting to the Data Engineering Manager, the Data Analyst is responsible for the following:

Role Responsibilities: Regional Analytics Support

Role Responsibilities: Dashboard Development & Data Visualization (Tableau)

Role Responsibilities: Data Querying & Transformation (SQL & Google BigQuery)

  • Write efficient, well-documented SQL queries to support ad hoc analysis requests, dashboard development, and reporting needs across the organization.
  • Create and maintain views and connected Google Sheets within Google BigQuery that are accessible, reliable, and reusable by other data team members.
  • Build and update tables in BigQuery as needed, ensuring data is structured, accurate, and aligned with established data standards and governance protocols.
  • Manage Google Secrets responsibly, including creating, updating, and deprecating usernames and passwords in accordance with organizational security standards.

Role Responsibilities: Data Modeling (dbt)

Role Responsibilities: Version Control & Collaboration (Git)

  • Manage personal Git branches with discipline and consistency, following established branching conventions and keeping work organized and well-documented.
  • Submit clear, well-described pull requests for all updates to the main branch, providing sufficient context for reviewers to evaluate changes efficiently.
  • Participate in pull request reviews, providing constructive and technically sound feedback that upholds the team's standards for code quality and data model integrity.

Role Responsibilities: Scripting & Automation (Python)

Role Responsibilities: Research & Statistical Analysis

Role Responsibilities: Organizational Website Support (WordPress)

Qualifications

  • Education:
  • Bachelor's degree required in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
  • Experience:
  • Experience in a data analyst, business intelligence, or related analytical role
  • Experience working with large, complex datasets across multiple source systems
  • Experience building and maintaining dashboards and data visualizations for diverse stakeholder audiences
  • Experience in an educational or nonprofit organization preferred but not required
  • Experience working within a collaborative, cross-functional data team preferred
  • Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in SQL with demonstrated ability to write efficient, well-documented queries against large datasets
  • Proficient in Tableau or a comparable data visualization platform with experience building and maintaining dashboards for non-technical audiences
  • Experience with Google BigQuery or a comparable cloud data warehouse
  • Familiarity with dbt or a comparable data modeling tool, with the ability to build, test, and maintain data models
  • Working knowledge of Git and version control practices including branching, pull requests, and code review
  • Basic proficiency in Python with experience in minor code modifications, debugging, and scripting
  • Familiarity with Google Workspace tools including Google Sheets and connected data sources
  • Experience with WordPress or a comparable content management system preferred but not required

Compensation & Benefits

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/. Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.

KIPP SoCal Public Schools

About KIPP SoCal Public Schools

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 24 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 20 Local Education Agencies, educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 6,800 alumni to and through college.

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.

We believe the purpose of education is liberation, in cultivating a place and space where diverse identities are affirmed, voices are heard, and our students can envision what a just world is and feels like.

We believe in a world where every child can grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and their community.

Our whole-child approach to learning not only focuses on rigorous academics, but also character development, enrichment, social-emotional learning, physical and mental health, sense of identity, and the nurturing of one's purpose.

Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
Year Founded
2003
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