Senior Data Analytics and Reporting Manager

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a premier firm specializing in public sector solutions, focused on enhancing operations within health, education, and human services to make a meaningful impact on lives. Established in 1986, PCG has a dedicated team of around 2,000 professionals, all devoted to creating transformative solutions across the public sector in the U.S., Canada, and Europe. To learn more about our impact, visit Public Consulting Group's website.

Join our Education team, which provides innovative consulting services and technology solutions aimed at helping educational institutions maximize student success, optimize resources, and improve operations.

Key Services Include:

• Teaching Solutions
• Learning Solutions
• Data Management Systems
• Information Technology Solutions
• Financial Services
• Equity in Education
• Equitable Education Initiatives
• Recovery Services

The Senior Data Analytics and Reporting Manager will lead the strategy and governance of EDPlan’s reporting initiatives, serving as the key subject-matter expert and product owner. Working closely with service line leaders, technical teams, and clients, you'll define requirements, implement high-quality reporting solutions, and drive continuous improvement to enhance usability and data quality. This remote role involves occasional travel (10-20%) and provides an opportunity to mentor teams, influence decision-making, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with service line leaders and stakeholders to document and define data requirements for reporting and analytics.
• Utilize a consultative approach to understand client needs and address data-related challenges.
• Ownership of EDPlan reporting products, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and user-friendly outputs.
• Analyze the existing report inventory to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Establish and govern a core set of EDPlan reports, ensuring accuracy and alignment with client needs.
• Serve as the primary contact for all reporting inquiries and enhancement decisions.
• Design and develop reports and dashboards that improve access to educational data for clients.
• Drive innovation and enhance data quality, client satisfaction, and cost-effectiveness through strategic roadmaps.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of report purposes, data sources, and business rules.
• Track progress on tasks and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
• Engage in professional development to refine skills in data engineering and analytics.
• Act as a guiding expert for EDPlan reporting, providing insights and recommendations.
• Mentor data analysts and scientists to improve processes and solutions.
• Participate in firm-wide initiatives and projects as required.
• Support business cycle activities, including system demonstrations and proposals.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in diverse data and analytics competencies, particularly in the education sector.
• Experience with advanced BI frameworks and techniques in data mining, machine learning, and AI.
• Ability to effectively communicate business use cases, data concepts, and analytical strategies.
• Skill in translating technical language to non-technical stakeholders and vice versa.
• Consultative mindset for understanding client needs and resolving complex data challenges.
• Experience in strategic technology planning and policy development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven capability in fostering teamwork and achieving results through collaboration.
• Exceptional communication skills for diverse audiences, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage and operationalize reporting domains effectively.

Qualifications

Education: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, data science, mathematics, information science, or a related field, along with equivalent work experience.

Experience: A minimum of ten years in data analytics and reporting, preferably in the education industry, with familiarity in Common Education Data Standards (CEDS) and interoperability standards (e.g., Ed-Fi, SIF, 1Edtech).

Working Conditions:

• This role is remote with occasional travel (10-20%) to client sites and events.
• Preference for candidates who can work Eastern or Central Time zone hours.

Compensation: Salary ranges from $125,000 to $155,000, depending on various factors such as office location, role, skills, and experience. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, PTO, and more.

EEO Statement: Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, or any other status protected by law.