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Job ID: 28448
Agency: Education - Division of SPED and Early Learning
Location: Pierre, SD
Salary: $27.49-$30.92/hour, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: J
Closing Date: 11/04/2024

The South Dakota Department of Education, Early Childhood Services Office, is seeking a passionate Part C Data Manager for our Birth to Three program. This role is not just about data; it’s about making a real difference in the lives of infants and toddlers with developmental delays and their families. You will play a crucial role in enhancing early intervention services by ensuring data integrity and informing data-driven decisions that have state-wide impact.

In this position, you’ll collaborate with a dedicated state team, using cutting-edge tools like PowerBI to conduct complex data analysis, reporting, and presenting to various stakeholder groups. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise can shine, and you can help shape the future of early childhood intervention.

While this position requires working in-office, we prioritize work-life balance and offer a comprehensive benefits package. If you’re ready to use your skills to drive impactful change and support families, we want to hear from you!

What we offer to you beyond the paycheck:

• Health Insurance ($0 employee-only premium option)
• Well-Being Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life Insurance Coverage (free to employees)
• Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System
• Vacation Leave (15 paid vacation days per year)
• Sick Leave (14 paid sick days)
• Paid Family Leave (full compensation for up to twelve weeks due to the birth or adoption of a child)
• Military Leave (15 paid days per calendar year)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Longevity Pay
• Semimonthly Pay Periods

For additional information regarding the benefits offered to state employees, please visit:

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Education - Division of SPED and Early Learning. For more information on the Department of Education - Division of SPED and Early Learning, please visit

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

A post-secondary degree in business, mathematics, or related educational field with minimum of 2-3 years of professional related work experience with large data systems and data analysis.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The Part C Data Manager position requires knowledge of children’s services delivery systems; expertise in tools and processes related to data analysis and reporting, including data integrity, statistical methods, and data visualization; and ability to collaborate and lead a team as needed. Uses Excel, PowerBI, and other software tools to effectively analyze, prepare and present to various audiences and stakeholders. Ensures the quality and accuracy of Part C data and serves as a subject matter expert on data integrity, extraction, and compilation.

Skill to:

• use computers and applicable software used in analyzing problems and devising effective solutions, conducting data searches, evaluating, and translating large amounts of data;
• lead all federally required Data Manager activities for Birth to Three and ensure compliance with 34 CFR 303.700;
• develop meaningful data analytic reports that capture all services delivered through Birth to Three;
• lead and manage the support provided to all state staff and local personnel in data collection and daily use of data system;
• prepare reports for program director to present to stakeholders and Interagency Coordinating Council (ICC) upon request;
• represent the program and deliver presentations in a variety of meetings and conferences and maintain effective relationships with professional organizations and education officials at the federal, state, and local levels;
• deliver data presentations to federal, state, and local stakeholders upon request;
• participate and support data and fiscal related workgroups of the ICC;
• provide data for the development of policies and procedures that capture federal requirements relating to findings of monitoring and quality assurance visits;
• collect, analyze, and report on compliance at a regional, office, and provider level;
• co-author the Annual Performance Review (APR) and State Systemic Improvement Plan (SSIP) annually for submission to the federal Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP);
• identify needed rules and procedures for all data sharing as outlined in interagency agreements and memorandum of understanding with other State agencies and programs;
• establish and maintain relationships with all agencies and organizations in which Birth to Three shares data and manage data sharing agreements;
• assist in preparing fiscal data utilizing the statewide billing system and assist in monitoring and reporting fiscal compliance of funds used for early intervention services; and
• perform all other duties as assigned.

Ability to:

• significant ability to focus on details, think critically, problem solve, and demonstrate sound data driven decision making skills;
• work independently and as a member of a collaborative team;
• critically self-reflect on accuracy of own work;
• manage multiple projects, timelines, and priorities simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced and high-profile work environment;
• plan, develop, and implement effective working relationships with other persons and organizations of various types;
• present effectively orally and in writing;
• train others on use of the data system and data analytic tools;
• keep up with various industry standard data analytics knowledge and certifications;
• work with limited supervision;
• prioritize, develop, present, and lead implementation of projects, policies, and processes involving ECI data management and reporting; and
• be responsible for ensuring the statewide data system consistently meets federal requirements and programmatic needs to ensure necessary program data are captured, meet federal IDEA Part C reporting requirements, and fiscal monitoring targets are met to the standard of state performance expectations by continuously monitoring and developing data management strategies.

The successful candidate is not expected to have complete knowledge of all job duties, as training and support will be provided. However, a strong capacity for independent learning will be essential in this role.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume, transcripts, and a writing sample for the following: Give an example of a time when you had to use your fact-finding skills to get information to solve a problem. Then describe how you analyzed the information to come to a decision.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online:
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us


"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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