Info Mgmt Tech (Elem/Mid)

Broward County Public Schools•Miramar, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Information Management Technician (Elementary / Middle School) is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of student data for State and management reports. This involves gathering and inputting student information, course details, schedules, and other critical data into the district's student database system. The role requires adherence to deadlines and instructions, creation of various school schedules, and maintenance of accurate student records for State Full Time Equivalent (FTE) reporting. The technician must stay informed about current State Department of Education requirements and process report cards, grade changes, and incomplete notices. They will also generate and interpret reports, assist school personnel with data entry and retrieval, and maintain confidential files for auditing purposes. Additionally, the role involves updating the system with student promotion information, assigning identification numbers to personnel, and interacting effectively with various stakeholders. Mathematical computations and monitoring Class Size Reduction progress are also key responsibilities. Safeguarding confidential information and adhering to equal employment and non-discrimination policies are paramount. Participation in training programs and staying updated on job-related developments are expected.

Requirements

Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program.
A minimum of two (2) years, within the last five (5) years of related experience.
Knowledge of clerical practices and procedures, including, filing, answering phones or utilizing standard office equipment.
Successful completion of the Broward County Information Management Technician Training within the first 90 days of employment or the first available training class.
Computer skills as required for the position.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Department of Education regulations and standards as it relates to FTE reporting and Class Size Mandate.
Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Adhere to instructions and prescribed methods and procedures to meet all required deadlines.
Create the school Master Schedule, Bell Schedule, Secondary Bell Schedules, and Course Dictionary by entering required information in the district student database system, based on information received from school Assistant Principal or Administrator.
Ensure the accuracy of all student data entered for purposes of the State Full Time Equivalent (FTE) reporting.
Maintain knowledge of current State Department of Education requirements and meet all established deadlines for FTE reporting.
Enter information on all new enrollments, withdrawals and renewals into the district student database system.
Assign student numbers, enter individual schedules for all students and maintain accurate documentation of all changes.
Process report cards, changes in grades, and incomplete notices as appropriate.
Generate reports from TERMS, Data Warehouse, Optispool and other local web-enabled reporting systems.
Review, interpret and edit on-line reports from the district student database system, as required.
Confirm grades of entering, changing and transferring students.
Notify teachers of incomplete grades and follow up with administrator as required.
Assist school personnel in accessing, viewing, retrieving information and entering student data into the district student database system.
Maintain and secure confidential files that support FTE documentation for auditing purposes.
Update the system with information regarding students promoted to middle/high school.
Create and assign a three-digit identification number to designated personnel to authorize access to systems reports and other required information.
Interact effectively with the general public, staff members, students, teachers, parents, and administrators, using tact and good judgment.
Perform mathematical computations that involve the addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers and fractions.
Monitor the location’s Class Size Reduction progress with the designated administrator on an ongoing basis.
Safeguard the confidentiality of all student data and other forms of privileged information entrusted to the school.
Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of Broward County, Florida.
Participate, in the training programs offered to enhance the individual skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.
Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
Follow federal and state laws, as well as School Board policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the administrator/principal or designee.