Data Manager

Job Title: Data Manager

Department: SEO Scholars

Location: New York

Reports To: Assistant Director, Research and Evaluation (R&E)

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Compensation: $67,600 - $73,300

About SEO

For over six decades, SEO has been pivotal in fostering a more equitable society by bridging the educational and career opportunity gaps for motivated young people from Black, Hispanic/Latinx, and Native American backgrounds. We invite all interested parties to explore our programs and consider applying.

About SEO Scholars

SEO Scholars is an empowering initiative for motivated, low-income public high school students, providing a rigorous supplemental academic curriculum, college admissions guidance, and leadership development, to ensure success in competitive college environments.

Position Overview

As a Data Manager under the Research & Evaluation (R&E) team at SEO Scholars, you will spearhead projects and streamline processes across multiple teams nationwide. You’ll ensure the precision and efficiency of data collection and management within our scholars’ programs, contributing to database design and integrating systems like Salesforce. This role demands a proactive leader skilled in coordinating with IT and other key stakeholders to translate business requirements into actionable insights and solutions that drive our organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Data Collection & Database Management

• Supervise data collection strategies and maintain quality assurance protocols.
• Enhance data models and databases in collaboration with stakeholders across various platforms such as Salesforce and Brightspace.
• Develop and manage data-driven reports and dashboards, facilitating key scholarship metrics and outcomes.
• Document processes and train staff on data management best practices and system use.

Program Evaluation & Capacity Building

• Assist in evaluating programs through detailed reports and analytical tools, enhancing staff operational strategies based on findings.
• Design new data collection methods and facilitate related staff training sessions.

Additional Duties

Engage in cross-functional collaborations and handle varied seasonal projects. Perform any other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

Prospective candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and have 2-3 years of relevant experience in database management, preferably with Salesforce. Expertise in data visualization tools and SQL queries is essential, with a preference for familiarity with Python or R.

Core Competencies and Skills

Ideal candidates will demonstrate superb organizational and communication skills, an ability to manage multiple projects seamlessly, and a commitment to SEO's mission and inclusive values.

Compensation & Benefits

SEO offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health care, a generous holiday schedule, parental leave, and retirement contributions, among others. We continually strive to enhance our benefits offerings based on staff needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At SEO, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our operations. We actively seek candidates from a wide range of backgrounds including but not limited to ethnicity, gender identity, and sexual orientation. SEO is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

If you require accommodations during the application process due to a disability, please reach out to our talent acquisition team.

Ready to make a significant impact in educational equity? Apply today to join our dedicated team at SEO.