Student Information System Specialist

Student Information System Specialist at Franklin-McKinley School District

About the Employer

IN THE HEART OF SILICON VALLEY Franklin-McKinley School District (FMSD) is located on the east side of the Santa Clara Valley in San Jose, California. The Santa Clara Valley also known as Silicon Valley is highly urbanized and one of the most diverse and innovative counties in the nation. Being a culturally diverse District, FMSD staff work primarily with students from Central and South America, Asia, and other parts of the world. FMSD has a 21st Century Teaching & Learning Plan to transform classrooms into technologically rich and highly engaging learning environments. CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS - We have fostered relationships with top technology companies such as Adobe, Apple, Google, and Facebook, to name a few. Students get hands-on, real-world experience that helps them gain a better understanding of the specific skills and education employers are looking for. These experiences better prepare students for college and the workforce following graduation.

Job Summary

Job Summary

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education, Training, and Experience: Any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described. Progressively responsible experience with data management, operating in a web-based environment using a variety of software; Coursework in computer science, management information systems, or a related field and experience working in a school district environment with student information systems, Federal and State systems is desirable. Knowledge of: • Utilization and purposes of management information systems, database structure, data verification data analysis, data storage methods and concepts, operating systems and standard software applications with advanced skill in database applications and related peripheral equipment. • Policies, rules and regulations relating to computer systems and peripheral equipment; state and federal laws related to student records and data access; proper records maintenance and storage, standard office operations, and basic research techniques. Skill and Ability to: • Research manuals and guides to resolve issues and respond to questions. • Prioritize requests, organize, schedule, and coordinate a variety of activities and projects to meet required reporting deadlines. • Learn and adapt to changes in technology. • Enter, maintain, and retrieve data to prepare documents and produce a variety of reports. Extract, reconcile, and analyze data. • Analyze system errors. • Communicate effectively both in oral and written forms. • Develop trainings and training materials. • Read, interpret, and apply policies and procedures. • Follow instructions. • Work independently. • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

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