Assistant Director - Student Information Systems

Position Summary

The Assistant Director, Student Information Services is responsible for managing the operations, enhancements, and strategic initiatives of the District's Student Information Systems (SIS). This role ensures that the systems are secure, reliable, and effectively support the District's goals for student data management and reporting. The Assistant Director will lead a team overseeing SIS configuration, data quality, and integration work, delegating tasks, and fostering a culture of professional learning, growth, and accountability. As a key member of the SIS team, the Assistant Director drives projects related to student data management, system operations, and application management to improve organizational efficiency and support data-driven decision-making across the District.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a focus in computer science, business administration, or a related field
• Required: Three (3) years of experience in managing a Student Information System or similar large-scale technical implementation
• Strong analytical skills to conduct analyses and develop recommendations
• Ability to balance multiple projects within a data-driven accountability environment
• Proficiency in PowerSchool SIS or equivalent student information system
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization techniques
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• Experience in leading change management processes to support and influence school staff practices

Essential Functions

• Lead the design, testing, and implementation of PowerSchool modules and customizations
• Plan and implement strategies for beginning- and end-of-year system configuration to ensure smooth school operations
• Manage security setup, user account provisioning, and student/parent access within the SIS
• Lead the development and optimization of PowerSchool plugins for data exports and page customizations
• Manage and develop a team of two staff members, ensuring effective task delegation and professional growth
• Foster a culture of professional learning and accountability within the SIS team and across the broader organization
• Collaborate with business process owners to ensure SIS configurations align with district practices and needs
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to support recurring system processes like course catalog management, student enrollment, and scheduling
• Establish data quality and accountability reporting milestones to enhance operational efficiency and compliance
• Lead custom report development to support school-level staff and official documentation
• Develop documentation for recurring processes related to SIS maintenance, database management, and integrations
• Engage in strategic planning and professional development to drive the System and Application Management team towards annual goals
• Serve as the district representative on state and local committees involving student information
• Participate in knowledge management initiatives to improve district communication and continuous improvement