Software/Data Systems Manager

The position of Software/Data Systems Manager is a ministry to the staff, parents, and students of the Academy.  He/she will promote consistency in our data, accuracy in information and foster stability among the many system integrations that have developed as the Academy has grown.  They will engage with staff, parents and students while they are changing user, student or family information and they have an extraordinary opportunity to minister gracefully through their support.  The Software Systems Manager will be the link between departments, vendors, systems, users and technical operations.

A Software/Data Systems Manager is responsible for the integrity of the Academy’s data and user accounts across all data sharing implementations, fostering accurate and efficient transfers, consistency in Academy procedures related to data and user accounts as well as coordination between departments.  They will identify and solve issues relating to user accounts, data accuracy, normalization, and duplications becoming the resolution point for interdepartmental procedural changes.  To do so, vast amounts of data and information must be analyzed and reviewed with the cooperation of high volume data departments. 

Responsibilities:

• Collecting and organizing information from various sources using data and spreadsheet tools importing and exporting in multiple data formats.
• Critical Thinking capability including identifying and solving problems in various fields or specialized areas, examine data to figure out what is important to adjust, normalize or merge.
• Maintain several user account databases, Single Sign On (SSO) solutions and user authentication platforms needed in large educational institutions.
• Use statistical methods to analyze information and develop solutions to business, education or classroom problems.
• Advise managers or directors on findings and the various courses they can take to resolve the problem.
• Write reports for managers to look over the findings and recommendations. Maintain the large number of user databases the Academy has grown to use. 
• Maintain the Student Information System (SIS) and other system data exchanges, including but not limited to Canvas, SeeSaw, Active Directory, Google, SchoolPass, SORA, SBA WiFi, Naviance, Informacast, Atlas Rubicon, Microsoft, ClassLink, FinalSite and a number of eTextbook platforms.
• Help Desk support regarding users, account configurations and other user facing issues related to data or user information.
• Review Academy policies and business processes ensuring consistency and operations that take into account all Academy workflows and cross-departmental lines of business.
• Data exports from multiple sources to support the growing needs of the Academy administration.
• Analyze data and information to identify business opportunities and best practices.
• Recommend and update policies and procedures to improve performance and/or data security.
• Collaborate with both the business and educational teams to improve cost-effectiveness across all platforms and departments.
• Track and manage a large number of integrations, projects or platforms on stated timelines.
• Stay updated on security best practices, cyber-security issues and trending cyber risks.
• Obtain necessary training related to database queries and interpretation of data.
• Keep updated on industry and market trends.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Complete appropriate professional development and job specific certifications.
• Have a full understanding and in agreement with the Statement of Faith of Silverdale Baptist Academy with a strong commitment to school philosophy
• Understand the Mission and Vision of Silverdale Baptist Academy
• Committed to protecting the culture of SBA
• Strong and clear Christian testimony
• Strong commitment to a Biblical worldview
• Understands that education is an atmosphere, a discipline, a life, and a science of relations
• Understands that teaching is a ministry
• Maintains a professional standard of dress and an engaging personality
• Prompt and continuous attendance on campus
• Tracking departmental spending and purchases
• Occasionally participate in group projects, installations or implementations that take the entire IT Department to accomplish.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in integrating data systems and data management work 
• Minimum of 3 years experience is desired
• Must possess strong attention to detail skill set along with business acumen fueled by sharp analytical skills
• Good people and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information. 
• Experience with the following systems is preferred: MacOS, FACTS Student Information System, ClassLink, Canvas LMS, Active Directory: Users and Computers, Excel or its equivalent spreadsheets and other user credential systems.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

The position can at times be physically demanding. Reasonable accommodations may be made if requested in advance.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.  The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. 

Silverdale Baptist Academy hires applicants of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights and privileges, programs and activities made available to applicants at the school.  SBA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies,  athletic programs or any other school-administered programs.