Student Information Data Specialist (Skyward)
- Employer
- Lyons Elementary School District 103
- Location
- IL, US
- Salary
- Competitive
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Position Type:
Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary - 12-Months
Date Posted:
8/1/2022
Location:
District Administration Office
Date Available:
ASAP
District:
Lyons Elementary District 103 - website
JOB TITLE: Student Data Specialist
REPORTS TO: Curriculum & Instruction Direct.or
DEPARTMENT: Curriculum & Instruction
JOB TYPE: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
JOB FUNCTION
The Student Data Specialist leads efforts related to the student information system; initiates system tasks, identifies failures and abnormalities, initiates corrective action, and recommends and controls system recoveries to reestablish effective operations. The Student Data Specialist understands, directs, and coordinates the activities of the student information system.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This list is not all-inclusive and is only intended to illustrate the various responsibilities and duties performed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of an Associate or Bachelor's Degree in information systems user support/training, database systems, or relevant work experience. Two or more years of experience working directly with school district level state reporting including; submitting data to the state system and troubleshooting error reports. Demonstrated competence in administrative software and database systems support and management/setup/maintenance/interfacing to include student records and other database systems. Experience working with multiple entities and organizations to complete tasks and reports.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. The general job required 30% sitting, 50% walking, and 20% standing. The job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary - 12-Months
8/1/2022
District Administration Office
ASAP
District:
Lyons Elementary District 103 - website
JOB TITLE: Student Data Specialist
REPORTS TO: Curriculum & Instruction Direct.or
DEPARTMENT: Curriculum & Instruction
JOB TYPE: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
JOB FUNCTION
The Student Data Specialist leads efforts related to the student information system; initiates system tasks, identifies failures and abnormalities, initiates corrective action, and recommends and controls system recoveries to reestablish effective operations. The Student Data Specialist understands, directs, and coordinates the activities of the student information system.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This list is not all-inclusive and is only intended to illustrate the various responsibilities and duties performed.
- Manage the student information system (Skyward).
- Manage the district's compliance with reporting related to state/federal reports (IWAS), use of reporting and data mining, and data transfer services.
- Maintain accurate documentation regarding SIS functions, operating procedures, and the dissemination of updates to users. Responsible for security functionality of hardware and software within the student information system by maintaining staff accounts and security.
- Assist in assigned activities related to student enrollment procedures, student attendance categories, transcripts and/or program components including but not limited to compliance, critical timelines, and student discipline for the purpose of ensuring compliance with legal and/or administrative requirements.
- Develop, maintain, and monitor database access system tools related to student information systems.
- Coordinate and provide training activities with other departments, producing necessary documentation.
- Design the data interchange between systems at end of period events related to student information systems.
- Coordinate the input of data from outside vendors (pictures, state test scores, etc.) into the student information system.
- Maintain the communication tools, (School Messenger/Skylert, Message Center, etc.) in the student information system
- Support family access and the scheduling of parent/teacher conferences in the student information system.
- Attend and participate in meetings, conferences, and seminars to be informed of new developments in managing information systems, especially in relation to state regulations governing student information and other state requirements.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Excellent database knowledge and expertise.
- High attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently without direct supervision in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of Illinois student reporting and student information data services software applications (Skyward).
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent critical thinking and time management skills.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of an Associate or Bachelor's Degree in information systems user support/training, database systems, or relevant work experience. Two or more years of experience working directly with school district level state reporting including; submitting data to the state system and troubleshooting error reports. Demonstrated competence in administrative software and database systems support and management/setup/maintenance/interfacing to include student records and other database systems. Experience working with multiple entities and organizations to complete tasks and reports.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. The general job required 30% sitting, 50% walking, and 20% standing. The job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
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