Student Information System (SIS) Systems Administrator

About the role

Lakeville Area Schools has a Student Information System (SIS) Systems Administrator position. This is a 261-day per year position with a salary range of $80,000–$85,000 depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• System Administration, Configuration & Customization: Serve as the primary administrator and technical SME for the Student Information System (SIS); oversee system updates, patches, bug fixes, module implementations, and scheduled maintenance; configure user roles, security profiles, permissions, and field-level access control; monitor system uptime, performance, and database health.
• Data Governance & Reporting: Maintain high data accuracy across student records, transcripts, schedules, attendance, and demographics; design, build, and maintain standard and custom SQL/BI reports; support state, federal reporting processes and requirements (e.g., MARSS & Ed-Fi), ensuring compliance and timely submissions.
• Integrations & Technical Support: Manage data pipelines and integrations (API, SFTP, LTI) between the SIS and third-party platforms (e.g., Schoology); provide tier 2/3 technical support to schoolteachers, administrative staff, and district office staff; troubleshoot complex technical issues, document root causes, and liaise with software vendors for escalation.
• Process Improvement & Training: Partner with departments across the district to analyze existing workflows and automate manual data-entry processes; develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), system documentation, and end-user guides; conduct onboarding and ongoing system training for staff, teachers, and administrators.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Education Technology, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in SIS administration, application, or database management.
• Prior experience working in a K–12 school district or educational service agency is highly preferred.
• Mastery of Infinite Campus.
• Strong knowledge of SQL for querying, data hygiene, and dataset preparation.
• Hands-on experience with major SIS platforms and rostering tools (Clever/ClassLink).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Power Query, Pivot Tables).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail for identifying data anomalies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on patience and customer service.
• Ability to translate articulated business needs into solutions leveraging people, process, and technology.
• Ability to present complex data findings to non-technical audiences clearly and concisely.
• Deep understanding of student privacy laws, specifically FERPA and COPPA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a K–12 school district or educational service agency.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Eligibility for benefits on day one of employment.
• Full-time benefits (including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance) for employees working 0.75 FTE or 30+ hours per week.
• Health benefits include added networks with zero-cost services, 24/7 virtual healthcare, free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs, provider choice with the largest PPO network, and a wellness rewards program.
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 403(b) retirement investment account with employer matching under many collective bargaining agreements.
• Pension plan providing retirement income (PERA for non-instructional positions).
• Employer-paid life insurance for staff working 30+ hours per week (offered to teachers at 0.50 FTE or more).
• Long-term disability insurance for staff working 30+ hours per week (offered to teachers at 0.50 FTE or more).
• Tax-free flexible spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support on a wide range of needs.
• Virtual fitness services for accessible health and well-being support.