Position Title: Assistant Superintendent of Research, Assessment, Data, Accountability & Reporting (Education Programs Administrator 3) 

Classification: Education Programs Administrator 3 

Salary: $12,227.00-$18,959.00 ($13,077.00-$20,277.00 PERS) 

 This position meets the unclassified service criteria in ORS 240.205 (11) as the associate superintendent that oversees the Office of Research, Assessment, Data, Accountability, and Reporting and serves at the pleasure of the agency appointing authority (DAS CHRO Policy 40.035.01). This role works a professional Monday–Friday schedule, with evening or weekend hours as needed. As a Fair Labor Standards Act Exempt position, the workload frequently exceeds 40 hours per week. The work involves highly complex, sensitive, and politically significant issues requiring collaborative, strategic, and respectful engagement with agency leadership, the Governor’s Office, the State Board of Education, legislators, local education agencies, community partners, and stakeholders across the state. 

This position follows a hybrid work model. Onsite presence will be required when business or operational needs are best supported in person, such as collaboration, training, or work that requires access to onsite resources. Employees approved to work remotely must have a reliable and secure internet connection and maintain a professional work environment that supports productivity. While working remotely, employees are expected to maintain the same level of performance, responsiveness, communication, and availability as they would be in the office.  

About Us 

The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulling its mission, ODE’s vision is to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well-rounded, and equitable education system. 

The Office of Research, Assessment, Data, Accountability, and Reporting (RADAR) leads statewide data collection, research, accountability systems, and reporting. The office: 

• Oversight of K-12 education data collection, validation, reporting systems and processes 

• Ensures protection of confidential and personally identifiable student information 

• Designs and conducts research studies to evaluate education policies and programs 

• Develops and reports Oregon’s K–12 accountability system and supports related work 

• Provides analytical and technical support to agency leadership, the legislature, and the Governor’s Office 

• Supports the Quality Education Commission and related statutory reporting 

• Leads and oversees student assessment implementation and reporting 

RADAR’s work informs education funding decisions, policy development, school improvement efforts, and public transparency across Oregon’s 197 school districts and 19 education service districts. 

What You Will Do! 

As the Assistant Superintendent for Research, Assessment, Data, Accountability, and Reporting, you will direct and represent RADAR internally and externally and serve as a member of the agency’s Executive Leadership Team. 

You will oversee managers and multiple research analysts, ensuring that data systems, accountability frameworks, and research initiatives are accurate, equitable, secure, and aligned with agency priorities. 

Typical responsibilities include: 

• Providing strategic leadership for statewide research, accountability, and reporting systems. 

• Ensuring the security and integrity of confidential student data in compliance with federal and state law. 

• Overseeing development of quality control standards for statewide data collection, validation, and public reporting. 

• Guiding research design and advanced quantitative analysis to evaluate internal and external education policies and programs. 

• Providing policy analysis and technical expertise to the Agency Director, Executive Leadership Team, State Board of Education, Governor’s Office, and Legislature. 

• Overseeing responses to data requests from other state agencies, legislators, and stakeholders, including coordination through the Data Governance Committee. 

• Supporting statutory reporting requirements, including work associated with ORS 327.506 and the Quality Education Model. 

• Collaborating with state agencies such as the Oregon Health Authority and the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission, as well as federally recognized tribes, education associations, and community partners. 

• Embedding equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racist practices into research methodologies, accountability systems, and data reporting. 

• Managing staff performance, workforce development, contracts, intergovernmental agreements, and office resources. 

This role carries significant visibility and responsibility. Decisions made in this position influence education policy affecting more than 580,000 students statewide and directly impact public trust in Oregon’s accountability and data systems. 

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Minimum Qualifications: ODE reviews resumes to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Please ensure your resume clearly reflects your relevant experience, as it will be used in place of detailed Workday work history for this agency-specific recruitment. Minimum qualifications must be met to qualify for this position. 

Nine years of management experience; 

OR 

Six years of management experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. 

Preferred Skills & Knowledge (Desired Attributes): A cover letter is required and is an important part of the application process. All application materials are reviewed by Human Resources, the Hiring Manager, and panel members throughout the recruitment process. Your cover letter is a key opportunity to speak directly to each decision-maker, highlight your skills and experience, and demonstrate how your qualifications align with the desired attributes for this role. Cover letter must be no more than two pages. 

• Executive-level leadership experience in research, accountability, data systems, or public policy. 

• Advanced expertise in quantitative research design and statistical analysis, including use of data analysis software to inform policy decisions. 

• Deep knowledge of K–12 accountability systems, large-scale state data systems, and public reporting requirements. 

• Ability to translate complex analytical findings into clear policy guidance for executive leadership, governing boards, and legislators. 

• Experience ensuring data governance, confidentiality, and compliance with federal and state requirements. 

• Commitment to equity-centered research and inclusive data practices, incorporating diverse perspectives into analysis and accountability systems. 

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every listed desired attribute. 

Our Agency Mission and Office Culture: 

At ODE, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative atmosphere. Autonomy is supported while also being offered opportunities to work in dedicated teams or partnerships across the agency. Our office supports a healthy work/life balance and shows genuine care for team members, students, partners, and school leaders. Our team members share and educate with passion for equitable practices and sustainable development for leaders across Oregon. We maintain a constant learning and growing mentality to strive for optimum innovation and consistently applied equity practices. 

Our Amazing Benefits Include: 

• Excellent medical, vision and dental, medical, vision and dental benefits for employees and qualified family members with low monthly out-of-pocket costs. 

• 11 paid holidays per year. 

• 3 additional paid Personal Business Days annually. 

• 8 hours of sick leave accrued monthly. 

• Progressive vacation accrual with increases every 5 years. 

• Optional benefits include life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, Paid Leave Oregon, deferred compensation, and flexible spending accounts. 

• Student Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility. 

• Possible sick leave transfer from Oregon school districts or education service districts. 

Application Resources & Information:  

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard service members (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.  Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting in order to have the preference considered.  

• Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.  

• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submission. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.  

• Please contact ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov if you have any questions on the application process or need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please be sure to include the job requisition number.  

• Oregon Job Opportunities: How to Apply (Internal & External) Understanding the State Application Process Resources for Job Seekers  

Additional Information:  

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.  

• Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity.  

• Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.  

• Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time.  

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