SIM Data Specialist

About the role

Delivers a high level of competency in student information management and compliance with state-mandated reporting. Assesses and performs analysis on data to facilitate and ensure compliance with state-mandated reporting functions. Responsibilities require understanding of both theory and practice.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with supervisor and other District staff to develop short and long-range plans for assigned program or functional area.
• Researches and explores feasibility of implementing new methods, technologies, or programs.
• Develops, schedules, implements, monitors, and evaluates all programs, projects, and operations in area of responsibility.
• Researches, compiles data for, and prepares various statistical, administrative, and/or financial reports as required.
• Implements procedures for monitoring, analyzing, and determining appropriate corrective actions to ensure accurate student information system (Powerschool SMS) data and Educational Information System (EIS) data.
• Provides group and one-on-one training and support to school and District personnel in the use of the student information system, its related components, and EIS; prepares training instructions and manuals.
• Assists in resolving class-size issues with school principals as necessary; collaborates as needed with appropriate District departments/divisions in resolving discrepancies in student reporting to the SDE.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Management, or a related area plus an additional 2 years of related experience, or equivalent, for a total education/experience of 6 years.
• Valid state driver’s license required.

Degree Equivalency Formula: Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years plus required years of experience. Master’s Degree = 2 years plus required years of experience. Where Master’s degrees are required, years for Bachelor’s Degrees must be included.