Position Title: Senior Strategic Information Systems Advisor 

Classification: Operations & Policy Analyst 4 

Salary: $7,537 – $11,098 ($8,060 - $11,867 PERS) 

Type: Permanent, Full-time, Exempt 

We are seeking a Senior Strategic Information Systems Advisor (Operations & Policy Analyst 4) to join our Office of Education Innovation and Improvement (EII) at the Oregon Department of Education. This is a permanent, full-time management service position. 

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 in the office. 

What you will do!   

This position sits at the intersection of policy, data, and real-world impact, helping shape how Oregon delivers on some of its most significant education investments. As a senior Strategic Information Systems Advisor in the Office of Education Innovation and Improvement, you won’t just analyze systems you will help design and influence them. This role plays a central role in implementing the Student Success Act and the Education Accountability Act, ensuring that data systems, research, and evaluation directly support better outcomes for students.  

What makes this role especially compelling:  

• Statewide impact: Your work influences decisions affecting more than 570,000 students across Oregon  

• Strategy + execution: You’ll help shape policy and then build the systems that bring it to life.  

• Equity centered work: This role directly supports investments and strategies aimed at improving outcomes for historically underserved students.  

• Innovation-driven environment: EII is focused on continuous improvement, design thinking, and building new approaches. Not maintaining the status quo. 

Typical duties include: 

Lead Strategic Systems & Data Infrastructure 

• Serve as a senior advisor on information systems that support research, evaluation, and reporting 

• Design and improve tools (e.g., Smartsheet and other platforms) that enable statewide program implementation and accountability 

• Ensure data systems align with policy, program goals, and statutory requirements 

 Drive Cross-Agency Strategy & Implementation 

• Lead and coordinate complex, cross-functional projects spanning multiple teams, offices, and partners 

• Support implementation of Integrated Programs, including the Student Investment Account 

• Advise leadership on innovation, continuous improvement, and strategic priorities 

Oversee Research, Evaluation & Continuous Improvement 

• Guide research and evaluation efforts to inform decision-making and program refinement 

• Translate data into actionable insights for policy, program design, and resource allocation 

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement grounded in evidence and equity 

Provide Technical Assistance & Build Partnerships 

• Deliver coaching, facilitation, and technical assistance to districts, Education Service Districts, and partners 

• Build strong relationships across agencies and communities to support program success 

• Lead professional learning and collaborative problem-solving efforts 

Please click here to view the full position description 

If you would like to retain a copy of this job post or the PD linked above, please print a copy before submitting your application.  Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting. 

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.  

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work. 

 
OR; 

 
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification. 
 

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.   

• Systems Thinker: Able to connect policy, data, and operations, seeing how decisions in one area impact the broader education system. 

• Strategic & Action-Oriented: Balances big-picture thinking with the ability to execute, implement, and deliver results in complex environments. 

• Collaborative Leader: Skilled at building relationships, facilitating diverse groups, and working across teams, agencies, and communities. 

• Equity-Driven Mindset: Demonstrates a deep commitment to advancing equity and embedding culturally responsive practices in systems and decision-making. 

• Strong Communicator & Translator: Can translate complex data, policy, and technical concepts into clear, actionable information for diverse audiences. 

• Adaptive Problem-Solver: Thrives in ambiguity, manages competing priorities, and navigates complex or politically sensitive issues with sound judgment.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of the attributes listed.    

Our Agency Mission and Office Culture:  

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 fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system.  

This position is housed in the Office of Education Innovation and Improvement (EII) and reports to the Director of Research and Information Systems. EII leads implementation of the Integrated Programs, including the Student Investment Account under the Student Success Act, with a strong focus on equity, accountability, and transparency. We work collaboratively across ODE offices and state agencies to support education innovation, accountability, and program improvement, impacting districts, education service districts, and partners from kindergarten through post‑secondary education. 

 
Oregon State provides amazing benefits! Follow the link below to learn more:  

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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 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 [email protected] 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.  

• 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.  

The Department of Education is an equal employment opportunity & affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. The Department strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.  We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.   If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.   

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