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Specialist - Focus School Software/Student Information Systems
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Good decisions depend on good information. As an SSD Student Data Specialist, you will help ensure the student information our schools rely on is accurate, accessible, and useful. Working closely with school administrators and the Student Data Manager, you will bring together an understanding of data, systems, and school operations to help staff use FOCUS effectively and solve problems when they arise. Your expertise will support reliable reporting and stronger data practices across SSD's special education and technical education schools and programs.
Education and Experience
- Minimum of three years of experience in data collection, interpretation, and organization required
- Minimum of three years of experience with SQL development and script writing required
- Extensive knowledge of computer use, including computer applications and centralized database required
- Knowledgeable in office products, i.e., Excel and Word required
- Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, data science, or a related degree and/or equivalent experience preferred
- Prior experience in the education industry, especially familiarity with Student Information Systems (SIS) SPED, and MOSIS/Core data knowledge preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- None required
Posting open until: 10/19/2026
Salary
- $65,000
Calendar
- 12-month
Benefits
- Group benefit plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
- Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
- Paid holidays
- 15 PTO days per year
- 20 vacation days per year
- Employee assistance program
- Healthcare spending account
Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.