Student Information Systems Specialist

Sentinel Technologies Inc•West Chicago, IL

60d•$32•Onsite

About The Position

Sentinel is looking for a Student Information Systems (SIS) Specialist to assist our customer. This role will focus on cleaning up existing systems, making necessary corrections, and streamlining processes by moving away from unnecessary customizations and leveraging built-in system features. Attention to detail is critical, as this individual will ensure application settings and data are accurate and properly maintained. In addition, the analyst will provide customer service and support by assisting staff on a one-on-one basis, walking them through system screens, and offering individualized training as needed. This is a contract to hire position reporting onsite at our client location in West Chicago, Illinois. MOTIVATED…..make IT happen! Sentinel Technologies, Inc. has been rated a top workplace every year since 2012! About Us: Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs - from security, to communications, to systems & networks, to software applications, to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982, Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of today's global technology leaders including Cisco, Dell, VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ), Chicago, and Springfield, IL; Phoenix, AZ.; Lansing, and Grand Rapids, MI; Milwaukee, WI; and Denver, CO. If you are MOTIVATED… you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to create a work environment that encourages creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit, fosters growth through certification and hands-on training, and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact! If you share our passion about what technology can do and want to be part of a top workplace environment - we'd like to have you join our team. Learn more at www.sentinel.com/careers. As part of Sentinel's employment process, candidates will be required to complete a background check. Only those who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. No phone calls please. Sentinel is proud to be an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans. In accordance with Title VII and state regulations, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, genetics, disability, military, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact [email protected]. JFNDNP

Requirements

Must have experience with SIS systems, preferably PowerSchool
Must have two years of post-secondary education in computer information systems, related field or equivalent
Able to manage all aspects of local information systems, including, but not limited to, e-school Plus (SIS), Destiny (LLC), SchoolPace (American Reading Company), Read 180, Performance PLUS and AIMSWeb data
Extensive knowledge of computer software and hardware
Experience supporting an education environment and their applications
Ability to implement sound practices in hardware and software troubleshooting, maintenance
Ensure compliance with security and data governance standards
Ability to demonstrate attention to detail
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, stand, walk and sit
A valid driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance will be required
Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Must demonstrate a "can-do" attitude

Responsibilities

Cleaning up existing systems
Making necessary corrections
Streamlining processes by moving away from unnecessary customizations and leveraging built-in system features
Ensuring application settings and data are accurate and properly maintained
Providing customer service and support by assisting staff on a one-on-one basis
Walking staff through system screens
Offering individualized training as needed
Coordinates and administers the transfer of data to and from the ISBE Student Information System.