Data Quality Assurance & CCD Coordinator (00204)

This first review of applications will be November 11, 2026. Please submit the following required documents on the State of Montana Careers website\:

• Resume - Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position.

For a complete job description, please email opi.careers@mt.gov

To be considered for this position, you must reside in Montana.

Why you would enjoy working here; Office of Public Instruction employees are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to leading and supporting our education system. We house a diverse collection of experiences with the 200+ unique individuals we employ. Our specialists further OPI’s purpose with applicable knowledge in education, health, research and analysis, nutrition, finance, administration, human resources, licensing and regulation, information technology, and many others. We are proud to serve 149,000+ students pre-K to grade 12, their parents and guardians, 400+ school districts, 16,000+ educational professionals, and 3,000+ adult learners.

Benefits of working for OPI\:

· Work/life balance

· Family friendly

· Dedicated and caring colleagues

· Health coverage

· Retirement plans

· Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)

· Opportunities and room for professional growth

· Public service loan forgiveness-Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

E-Verify\: Effective October 1, 2026, this agency is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https\://www.e-verify.gov/

Job Overview\: The CCD Coordinator/Data Operations Analyst facilitates and coordinates data quality activities related to federally required reporting and the associated data collections and processes. This position is responsible for collaborating on the design and modification of data collections based on federal requirements and for ensuring that appropriate processes and standards are in place for quality assurance. This includes the appropriate review of rules, law, and data specifications related to federally required data submissions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors)\:

• Knowledge in data collection, reporting, and quality assurance practices, including principles of data validation, documentation, and continuous quality improvement in education.

• Knowledge in data systems and reporting tools, including relational databases, query-based reporting, and data extracts used to support state and federal reporting requirements.

• Knowledge in data governance, confidentiality, and compliance requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, and right-to-know principles related to education data.

• Knowledge in analytical and problem-solving approaches used to identify data issues, assess impacts, and support accurate and reliable reporting.

• Skill in designing complex queries in Structured Query Language (SQL), which is used for stored procedures used for report cards, federal reporting, and other requirements across the agency.

• Skill in applying significant knowledge of data structures, relational database technology, database design, constraints, quality assurance, and errors.

• Ability to use query-based tools and reporting systems to retrieve, review, and validate data in support of reporting and quality assurance needs.

• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple workstreams and deadlines while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and quality data.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams, contributing to shared goals and outcomes.

• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and timelines while maintaining focus on required deliverables and data integrity.

• Ability to interpret and apply laws, policies, and data rules to ensure compliance with reporting, confidentiality, and governance requirements.