BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB TITLE : Student Information Reporting Analyst

REPORTS TO : Supervisor, Student Information Systems Management

DEFINITION : Serves as the system administrator for various student information systems. Responsible for acquiring data from various sources, developing reports, creating data files and ensuring the quality and accuracy of data. Provides high level technical support to student information system users. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES :

• Serve as system administrator for the Student Information System and School Scheduling System. Assists with systems administrator duties for the Special Education system.
• Assists and collaborates on student information projects. Creates custom forms and reports within third party products.
• Develops automated solutions to meet users' requirements. Conducts in-depth analysis of user systems, operations, procedures, and requests.
• Produces and submits state report files. Produces ad hoc reports for student information.
• Provides tier 2 support for student information systems.
• Provides quality assurance on data inputs, outputs, and files. Coordinates with staff to correct data issues.
• Collaborates with development team on automation reports.
• Maintains positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education, and Experience :

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in computer information systems management, computer science, or related field.
• Two years related experience in reporting and analyzing data.
• Experience working with k-12 or higher education student information systems preferred.

Note: Other combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of data reporting and analysis.
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state education laws and processes.
• Experience with Systems Development Lifecycles (SDLC).
• Knowledge in development of customizations within third party products.
• Skill in writing SQL queries.
• Critical and analytical thinking skills required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills required.
• Skill in analyzing end user automation needs and requests.
• Skill in assessing the feasibility of automation solutions.
• Skill in troubleshooting program and production problems.
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Adept at writing queries and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :
The work of this class is generally sedentary and performed in an office environment. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :
Persons appointed to this classification are designated as Essential-As-Needed Personnel and are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency when contacted and directed to do so.

FLSA : Exempt

SALARY: Grade 05 on the BCPS OPE 12 Month payscale $66,314 - $102,522.

Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System.

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (State of Maryland, Senate Bill 315, effective October 1, 1986) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $81.00. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 (443-809-4360).

Contact Information

Michael Hodge
HR Supervisor
Business Services Staffing
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-7872 or 7873
Fax: 410-296-0568
Email: mhodge@bcps.org