Data Systems Specialist

Thomas MacLaren School • Colorado Springs, CO

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Data Systems Specialist supports assigned data systems used by the school, ensuring a positive experience for staff, students and parents.

Requirements

• Demonstrated computer and organizational skills
• Ability to work with large databases, such as PowerSchool
• Strong understanding of database design and the interconnectivity of school data platforms
• Willingness to explore and learn new systems; adaptability and willingness to embrace significant changes to existing systems
• Strong Excel skills for analyzing and transferring data
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Resourcefulness and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
• Ability to manage projects with conflicting deadlines
• Proven ability and interest in working in a team environment while also managing individual responsibilities independently
• Ability to own complex projects from inception to completion
• Eagerness to work with students and their families
• Eagerness to be part of the administrative team for Thomas MacLaren School
• Experience working with a variety of data systems (e.g., student information system, assessment platforms, customer support ticket system, and similar tools)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with PowerSchool preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as the system administrator, or support to the system administrator, for data systems used by the school
• Monitor release notes; evaluate new features; communicate changes to key stakeholders
• Create and maintain custom fields, screens and reports to meet emerging needs of the school and staff
• Manage user accounts and permission settings
• Monitor and oversee data accuracy in student data systems
• Complete End of Year, rollover and Start of Year data system tasks
• Collaborate with Registrar to schedule students into appropriate courses
• Collaborate with other team members to synchronize data sharing between multiple platforms
• Collaborate with Registrar to ensure timely and accurate student data entry as required by the state Department of Education
• Collaborates with Registrar to support enrollment forms and platform
• Ensures accurate and timely state submissions
• Supports and maintain accurate SPED coding
• Collaborate with Data Systems Lead to maintain all licensing agreements
• Comply with Colorado state law and FERPA best practices regarding protecting student data privacy
• Consult with departments regarding software and data system needs
• Research, evaluate and assist with implementation of new data systems
• Collect, create and edit documentation for frequently repeated technology tasks
• Assist in supporting end user needs
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Benefits

• For employees contracted for 30 hours per week or more, Thomas MacLaren School pays for 100% of the employee’s base insurance premiums (Health, Dental, Vision, Long-term and Short-term disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, and Life insurance) for the base level coverages.
• No benefits are provided to employees contracted for less than 30 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED