Data Systems Specialist

KIPP METRO ATLANTA COLLABORATIVE INC • Atlanta, GA

7d • $75,000 - $112,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Data Systems Specialist leads the implementation of KIPP Atlanta Schools’ regional data and information systems strategy. Reporting to the Managing Director of Data and Analytics, this role works with users throughout the organization to ensure scholar and other prioritized data is collected, entered, and maintained accurately and efficiently. The specialist establishes and implements data system integrations, ensures scholars and staff have appropriate system access, and supports integrating technology and data systems into the school learning environment.

The position is based in Atlanta and requires regular visits to schools and attendance at in-person meetings and events. Additional in-person time may be required based on organizational needs. The work involves routine physical activity in a normal office environment and may require lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience; education or nonprofit experience is preferred.
• Strong project and product management skills.
• Knowledge of the education field, including familiarity with data systems such as student information, assessment, behavior, and HR systems.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and advocating for project goals with external stakeholders.
• Experience delivering professional development.
• Enthusiasm for data systems, system integrations, and instructional technology.
• Demonstrated ability to set and meet challenging targets.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to build meaningful relationships quickly.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to think critically about issues and solutions.
• Flexibility and a strong ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Must be based in Atlanta and able to regularly visit schools and attend in-person meetings and events.
• May need to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Relevant experience in education or nonprofit fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, maintenance, and use of regionally supported data and information systems, including Google, Clever, Illuminate, and other centralized systems.
• Develop and implement an annual training and support plan for academic and operations data systems.
• Manage the monday.com Service data support ticketing system and ensure timely responses and resolution of helpdesk requests.
• Create and distribute scholar and teacher credentials for prioritized data systems using automation, single sign-on, manual roster loads through Clever, or other approaches.
• Serve as the primary liaison with data and information system vendors, providing technical support and troubleshooting and escalating support needs when necessary.
• Coordinate with the Academic team to ensure resource availability and accessibility for teams using supported systems, and provide training on assessment and non-assessment features.
• Support school-site testing coordinators with assessment procedures and the logistical and technical use of data and assessment systems; identify and document best practices.
• Stay current on platform features, uses, and data reports, and incorporate new features into project plans for dissemination.
• Ensure accurate data creation and entry in regionally supported systems, working with teams to maintain high-quality data collection.
• Develop a data quality plan that uses controls such as audits and completion reports to assess accuracy and consistency in relevant systems.
• Establish and maintain automated data integrations between source systems, such as SIS/HRIS, and dependent systems, such as Google, Illuminate, and Clever.
• Support the Data Team with data mapping and translation for the data warehouse.
• Supervise execution of data security protocols related to system integrations and access.
• Assess data management effectiveness, implement improvement strategies, and participate in cross-functional evidence gathering and processing across the organization.
• Collaborate with regional and school leadership teams to implement accountability strategies that motivate staff to collect data.

Benefits

• 20 days of paid time off, in addition to identified holidays and regular school breaks, including Fall Break, Thanksgiving Break, Mid-Winter Break, and Spring Break.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Optional short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• Participation in the Georgia retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level