Informational Technology Position

Job Description:

PURPOSE STATEMENT

The job of School Data Specialist is done for the purpose/s of collecting and overseeing school data; serving as a resource for users of district-wide information systems; analyzing problems and issues related to the information systems and related software; and assisting users with data integrity, master scheduling, and reporting.

This job reports to the RHS Administration. This is a 12 month position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs data input, export, and analysis, as needed for the purpose of supporting data-driven initiatives and master scheduling process.

• Participates in creating, managing, and rolling out the school master schedule.

• Maintains master schedule data throughout the school year (course registration process, add/drop, recommendation process, gradebook audits, transcripts, etc.)

• Prepares a variety of written and electronic materials (e.g. instructions, notices, reminders, memos, technical standards, security policies, training materials, etc.)

• Interfaces with the state pupil record system (e.g. discipline, enrollments, etc.).

• Supervises the maintenance of the data warehouse system

• Assists in troubleshooting malfunctions of database systems

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Willingness to learn, engage cordially with a wide variety of personnel, innovate, and collaborate.

• Understanding of school, district, and state database protocols (or willingness to learn).

• Understanding of data privacy and security regulations in education (e.g., FERPA compliance).

• Knowledge and understanding of SQL to query, extract, and manipulate data from databases desired but not required.

Salary Range Depending Upon Experience: $66,000-$76,000

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Candidate screening begins immediately

APPLY ONLINE AT www.ridgefield.org