Student Information (PowerSchool) Specialist

Reports To: Director of Technology

FLSA Status: Exempt

Terms of Employment:   

Twelve months/240 days; salary paid on Technology scale and work year to be established by the Board 

Job Summary: 

To support the hosted Student Information System Software and submit required student reports. To train PowerSchool support staff in-district.  To create customized reports, web pages utilizing SQL queries and report generators.

Qualifications: 

• Must have a minimum of an AAS degree or Tech Certification
• College Degree, preferred
• Previous SQL experience preferred
• Previous Database experience preferred
• Previous PowerSchool customization experience preferred
• Previous school level registration experience preferred

Essential Duties: 

• Monitor and maintain District Integration for PowerSchool utilizing SQL and other data verification tools.
• Monitor and maintain district online registration system and provide user and parent support.
• Monitor and support new and returning student registration.
• Manage data connections with outside vendors exports to 3^rd
• Manage and maintain all connections to SIS systems (ex. Level data, Enrich, EDPlan)
• Administers system security (e.g. authorization, access, read only, passwords, ) for the purpose of regulating access to the student information system and ensuring confidentiality of student records.
• Identifies and evaluates issues related to the student information systems and software applications for the purpose of resolving user
• Instructs district and site staff on the use of student information systems (e.g. new applications, upgrades, updates, ) for the purpose of ensuring proper and efficient use of system.
• Designs reports options and/or database applications for the purpose of providing personnel with information customized to their specific needs and in a timely manner.
• Responds to inquiries relating to student information/attendance software for the purpose of resolving problems and supporting site and district
• Responds to user requests for a variety of report options (e.g. assessment information, attendance, enrollment, training summaries, budgets, timelines; ) for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate parties.
• Develops and prepares user materials for the purpose of providing instruction and reference.
• Participates/facilitates in meetings and workshops for the purpose of communicating student information system capabilities and/or accommodating district and state goals.
• Assist all schools with scheduling and course coding to meet state and federal mandates
• Attend state level PowerSchool training(s) and meeting(s) and communicate to district personnel.
• District contact for State Department of Education PowerSchool support

Specific Job Requirements: 

• Possess and utilize excellent team-building skills
• Accept delegated responsibilities willingly
• Maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrate a high level of initiative in job performance
• District PowerSchool Extracts for SDE (to include but not limited to)
• Run and verify all state data submission
• Submit all reports in a timely manner

Physical Requirements:  

Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a recurring basis or routine keyboard operations. 

Working Conditions:  

• Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. 
• Requires fine finger dexterity to use office equipment, office technology, and maintain accurate filing systems. 
• Effectively coordinate a variety of difficult, technical administrative functions at a level requiring extensive independent decision-making within established rules, policies, and procedures 
• Must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. 
• May experience constant interruptions, inflexible deadlines, and changes to normal routines.

Evaluation: 

The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Support Service Personnel. 

Non-Discriminatory Statement: 

York School District One is an equal-opportunity employer. York School District One does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, handicap, sex, age, alienage, or national origin as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Disclaimer Statement: 

This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties.  The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.