Information Systems Manager

Technology

Job Description

Reports To Superintendent or designee Supervises None Terms 12 - Month Salary 12 - Month Certified Salary Schedule

Job Goal

To accurately and securely use, maintain, and develop computerized databases within the Grant Parish School System.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Technical College Certification in Computer Science/Programming/Educational Technology is desired. Computer operating systems and database technology is required.

Performance Responsibilities

  • Take care of computer database systems so that the right person can get the right information at the right time.
  • Work with database software to find ways to store, organize, and manage data.
  • Identify user needs; set up computer databases and test systems ensuring that they perform as they sho
  • Ensure data integrity, backup, security and troubleshooting.
  • Keep databases up to date.
  • Manage database access.
  • Design maintenance procedures and place them into operation.
  • Ensure that databases meet user requirements.
  • Collaborate with programmers, applications/operational staff, IT project managers and other technical staff.
  • Manage database security/integrity and backup procedures.
  • Implement security measures.
  • Define objectives through consultation with staff at all levels.
  • Test/modify databases to ensure that they operate reliably.
  • Provide user training, support, and feedback to staff.
  • Archive data.

Professional Responsibilities

  • Engage in self-reflection and growth opportunities to support high levels of learning for all students.
  • Collaborates and communicates effectively with families, colleagues, and the community to promote students’ academic achievement and to accomplish the district’s mission.
  • Maintain professional personal appearance and demonstrate respect for colleagues.
  • Attend work regularly; report to work on time; and provide advance notice of need for absence.
  • Complete work efficiently and accurately (with few/no errors) within deadlines without supervision.
  • Perform job responsibilities consistently, use time wisely, plan properly, take care of materials and equipment.
  • Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate trustworthiness; exercise good judgment.
  • Support, implement, assist with, and/or ensure application of district initiatives and other programs or directives of the Superintendent and Board.
  • Keep direct supervisor informed of the progress being made in the area(s) of responsibility.
  • Attend meetings and/or staff development that address area(s) of responsibility as directed by supervisor.
  • Complete and submit all forms, reports, documentation, and training by required dates and in accordance with district policies and procedures.
  • Communicate appropriately and work effectively with all populations.
  • Remain open to suggestions and innovative ideas; receive and apply feedback.
  • Demonstrate competence in areas of responsibility.
  • Follow the specific requirements established by the School Board (LEA), State Department of Education (SDE), the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (SBESE), and/or Federal regulations and guidelines established by each.
  • Perform any duty, not specifically assigned, as deemed necessary by the assigning authority in order to maintain continuity where needed.

Accountability

Performance evaluation annually