Analyst 1 - School Choice

JOB SUMMARY

Manages all functions related to school choice functions, student transfers and student assignments within HISD. Uses advanced knowledge of the school choice process to perform  day-to-day activities to support schools. Assigns, monitors, and reviews progress and accuracy of work, sends regular comms and provides technical guidance on more complex issues.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Helps support district procedures for the establishment of residency for families within and outside the district ensuring compliance with state, federal, and local policy.
2. Develops and implements district procedures for the transfer of non-resident students into the district, which are aligned with state and federal guidelines.
3. Supports training for district office and campus personnel on the legal requirements from federal, state, and local agencies affecting student transfer process and residency.
4. Reviews and determines merit of transfer requests and makes appropriate referrals to the Student Transfer Appeals Committee. Supports parents in person at school choice events and in the parent. 

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

5. Works with clerical personnel in responding to queries about student transfers and the completion of data input for the student data files for school choice tasks.
6. Supports appropriate principals, administrators, and /or departments regarding requests for transfers based on domicile. 
7. Analyzes appeals/requests and transfers, reviews purpose, intent, special facilities or special needs, and course requirements for students.
8. Consults with patrons and principals on transfer policy and guidelines. 
9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. 

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

3 to 5 years

SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

Teacher Certification, School Administrator Certification Office equipment (e.g., computer, copier)

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages. Accomplishes the majority of work objectives through the management of direct reports. Provides day-to-day direction to staff; may become directly involved, as required, to meet schedules and resolve problems. Responsible for assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring application of policies and procedures. Receives assignments in the form of objectives, with goals and the process by which to meet goals. Provides input to hiring, performance and budget.

WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT

Work is substantially complex, varied and regularly requires the selection and application of technical and detailed guidelines. Independent judgment is required to identify, select, and apply the most appropriate methods as well as interpret precedent. Position regularly makes recommendations to management on areas of significance to the department. Supervision received typically consists of providing direction on the more complex projects and new job duties and priorities.

BUDGET AUTHORITY

No budget development activity is required.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Decisions are made with greater freedom and discretion, including recommendations that are subject to approval on matters that may affect multiple departments across HISD. Job is frequently expected to recommend new solutions to problems, to improve existing methods/procedures/services and generate new ideas. May also review decisions made by other individuals on more routine matters.

IMPACT OF DECISIONS

Decisions have moderate impact to the facility/department or division, causing increased satisfaction or dissatisfaction; producing efficiencies or delays; promoting or inhibiting personal intellectual or professional development; and/or contributing to financial gain or expense. Errors may be serious, usually not subject to direct verification or check, causing losses such as improper cost calculations, overpayment or improper utilization of labor, materials or equipment. Effect usually confined to the organization itself and is short term.

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

Collaborate and solve problems - works with others to resolve problems, clarify or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

Regularly assesses and diffuses complex, and escalated customer issues. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for solving systemic customer service problems. Regularly explores alternative and creative solutions to meeting the needs of the customer within HISD's policies and guidelines.

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.

Ability to carry and/or lift less than 15 pounds.