Kylee Burks
Salem,OR
Summary
Analytical and results-oriented Data Analytics professional with over 4 years of experience in data management, reporting, and process improvement within public sector environments. Adept at leveraging SQL, data visualization tools, and automation to drive business insights and operational efficiency. Recognized for strong collaboration, advanced problem-solving, and commitment to data integrity and continuous improvement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations and Policy Analyst 3
Oregon Department of Education
Salem, OR
03.2025 - Current
- Led data collection, aggregation, and auditing initiatives to enhance fiscal transparency and reporting accuracy.
- Developed automated Excel tools and SQL queries, streamlining fund deficit analysis and audit reconciliation, resulting in a 30% improvement in review efficiency.
- Designed and maintained dashboards and data models to monitor key performance metrics.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and support new data-driven strategies.
- Conducted statewide surveys and analyzed responses to inform business intelligence and decision-making.
- Documented processes and provided analytical support for cross-departmental projects, ensuring compliance and continuity.
Financial Reporting Program Analyst 2
Oregon Department of Education
Salem, OR
08.2022 - 03.2025
- Managed eight critical data collections, ensuring system integrity and timely reporting for 197 school districts and 19 ESDs.
- Created and maintained automated tracking systems and dashboards for budget and audit reconciliation.
- Developed and delivered training materials and tools, enhancing staff capabilities in data analysis and reporting.
- Supported the rollout of new reporting software and provided troubleshooting for data-related issues.
- Presented data-driven insights and audit best practices at professional conferences.
Summer Learning Grant Reimbursement Assistant Coordinator
Oregon Department of Education
Salem, OR
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Forecasted funding needs and developed detailed cost breakdowns by program type using historical data and predictive models.
- Implemented statewide auditing standards for expense reporting, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Built and maintained tracking systems for grant reimbursements and district submissions.
ESSER Grant Reimbursement Project Assistant
Oregon Department of Education
Salem, OR
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Collected, analyzed, and filed reimbursement data for ESSER I/II/III funds, optimizing budget allocation and utilization.
- Developed predictive models to project fund requirements and manage cash flow.
- Maintained robust data management systems and resolved data errors to ensure accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance & Accounting
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR01.2021
Skills
- Data Collection
- Aggregation
- Auditing
- SQL
- Power Query
- DataSnipper
- Tableau
- Automated Reporting
- Dashboard Development
- Data Modeling
- ETL Pipeline Support
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Excel
- Word
- Outlook
- Data Visualization
- Presentation
- Programming for Data Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Change Management
- Advanced Mathematical Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Google Workspace
- Docs
- Sheets
- Calendar
- Gmail
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Project Coordination
- Project Management
- Automation Tools
Websites
Community Service
- Coordinator, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, 2018–Present
- Volunteer, Land Turtle & Tortoise Rescue, 2019–Present
- Tax Preparer, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program, 2020–2021
- Volunteer, Harrisburg 4th of July Parade, 2018–Present
References
Available upon request.
Certifications And Awards
- Accounting Academy Certificate of Achievement, 01/01/25
- Certification of Education Finance, 01/01/24
- NCES & US Census Bureau Certificate for Excellence in Data Reporting, 01/01/24
- NPEF Successful Completion Letters, 01/01/24
- Office of Finance and IT Excellent Service Award, Oregon Department of Education, 01/01/24
Professional Development
- Process and Operational Excellence Training 101 & 201, 2024–Present
- Oregon Association of School Business Officials Conferences, 2021–Present
- Institute for Management Accountants, 2018–Present
- Emerging Manager Training, Department of Administrative Services, 2025
- Oregon Local Budget Law Training, 2025
- NCES Data Stats Conference, 2024
- Finance & Business Information Systems Club, 2019–2021
Timeline
Operations and Policy Analyst 3
Oregon Department of Education
03.2025 - Current
Financial Reporting Program Analyst 2
Oregon Department of Education
08.2022 - 03.2025
Summer Learning Grant Reimbursement Assistant Coordinator
Oregon Department of Education
03.2022 - 08.2022
ESSER Grant Reimbursement Project Assistant
Oregon Department of Education
08.2021 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Finance & Accounting
Oregon State University