Chief Performance Analyst

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Chief Performance Analyst must possess the following qualifications: 

Education Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

• Specialization in program evaluation, data analysis, or research methodology, strongly preferred

• Advanced degree in public policy, public administration, criminal justice, law, or a related field preferred

Experience Required: 

• Minimum of five (5) years of work experience in conducting policy and performance reviews, program auditing, operations analysis, public policy research, K-12 oversight, and/or complex investigations

• Professional experience leading projects and supervisory experience strongly preferred

• Prior government or independent oversight body experience, preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to design and implementing data collection methods

• Strong critical-thinking skills with a proven ability to analyze complex data and write clear, concise, and logical reports

• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage shifting deadlines, and work independently while maintaining exceptional organization and attention to detail

• Demonstrate high levels of professional integrity, honesty, and refined judgment, including a proven track record of handling highly sensitive and confidential information

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage others, build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders, and communicate effectively across all levels

• Strong working knowledge of data organization and collaboration tools, specifically Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Benefits:

Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice

CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:

Medical Plan Options

Pharmacy

Dental

Vision

Behavioral Health & EAP

Employee Wellness Program

Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow

We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:

Basic Life Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Pension Plans

Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Spot Pet Insurance
 

Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life

CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:

Paid Leave

Sick Leave

Vacation Days

Parental Leaves

Short-Term Disability

Religious Holidays

Leaves

Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:

• Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions; however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.