Information Specialist-Student Information System (SIS) and Data Specialist

Englewood Schools • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Englewood Public Schools is seeking an Information Specialist to support, manage, and maintain the Student Information System (SIS), Infinite Campus, ensuring student data remains up to date and accurate for district and state reporting needs and to manage specific state reporting collections. The ideal candidate is collaborative, an effective communicator, and a critical thinker.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of the operations of a school district and state reporting requirements is essential.
• Strong computer skills with considerable experience in MS Office (Excel) and data entry
• Excellent communication skills, customer service skills, organizational skills & attention to detail.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently in solving problems.
• Ability to conduct training and informational meetings.
• Experience in working with SIS, specifically Infinite Campus
• Experience with state reporting, auditing, and collaboration with colleagues and CDE related to the Data Pipeline
• Valid Colorado Driver's License
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
• Possesses computer and technology skills.
• Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicates effectively with the School District community.
• Skilled in analysis, instruction, negotiation, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing, computing, synthesizing, and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Upholds a generally positive attitude.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with School Information Systems (SIS) and SQL Databases is preferred or willingness to learn.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or other technology-related fields or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service
• Coordinate and manage the following state data submissions: Student October Count, SPED Discipline, School Discipline, Attendance, S-EBT, and Student End of Year
• Submit monthly updates to Colorado Department of Education Data Pipeline
• Attend weekly Data Pipeline calls to stay abreast of data requirements and process changes
• Act as the point of contact during Colorado Department of Education Student audits
• Provide ongoing enrollment reports leading up to Student October count
• Provide district statistical data as requested
• Provide 2nd level Infinite Campus technical support
• Manage Infinite Campus releases (monthly updates)
• Manage inter-system data scripts/request updates. This may include working with vendor(s) as needed
• Assist with set up and support of Summer School in Infinite Campus
• Coordinate customization in Infinite Campus to meet the specific needs of the District. This may include working with vendors as needed
• Act as CIC liaison in resolving operational problems and technical issues
• In conjunction with District Registrar, manages student records systems and processes
• Establish site liaison rapport that allows for a proactive response to potential problems
• Apply and implement knowledge, skills, and new understandings to support systems and processes
• Create/maintain documentation to support the systems and processes
• Remain current on systems and improvements, including coordinating with District Registrar to keep the district's student information system current and aligned with registration procedures
• Actively participate in ongoing professional development opportunities
• Monitor self-scheduling and make appropriate recommendations/adjustments
• Develops and maintains excellent working relationships with the Colorado Department of Education, District Administration, School Site Leadership, Teachers, and Building Office Staff
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), with monthly District contributions for HSA.
• short and long-term disability programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• wellness programs
• comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA)
• additional retirement savings options including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans.
• Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer, and accidents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree