Senior SIS & Data Information Administrator

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JOB TITLE: SENIOR SIS & DATA INFORMATION ADMINISTRATOR

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Chief Information Officer and Director of Technology Services, the Senior SIS & Data Information Administrator oversees the architectural integrity, security, and optimization of the District's Student Information System (PowerSchool). This role serves as the primary architect for state/federal data compliance and the lead technical liaison for data integration across the District's digital ecosystem with our student information system.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

I. System Administration & Technical Architecture

• Core SIS Management: Serve as the lead administrator for PowerSchool, PowerTeacher Pro, and associated modules, ensuring high availability, system security, and optimal performance.
• Development & Customization: Design, develop, and test custom PowerSchool pages, object reports, and advanced SQL queries to extend system functionality and meet District-specific needs.
• Updates & Quality Assurance: Maintain a dedicated test environment to vet new releases and program updates; plan and execute deployment timelines to minimize disruption to school operations.
• Integrations & SSOs: Architect and maintain data integrations, API connections, and Single Sign-On (SSO) configurations between the SIS and third-party platforms (LMS, Assessment tools, etc.)

II. Data Governance & Compliance

• State & Federal Reporting: Act as the primary authority for all mandated student data reporting; ensure the timely and accurate submission of local, state, and federal datasets.
• Data Integrity & Auditing: Develop and monitor automated data-validation routines to identify anomalies; conduct regular audits of student records, attendance, and grading to ensure compliance with District policy.
• Strategic Analytics: Compile and visualize data from various sources to support district-wide decision-making, accreditation reporting, and student performance analysis.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive technical documentation regarding system configurations, custom scripts, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

III. Academic Operations & Support

• Master Scheduling Support: Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting for school-site master scheduling, including course catalog builds, section loading, and timeline management.
• Advanced Technical Support: Serve as the Tier 2/3 escalation point for Information Technology, resolving complex user issues, customization requests, and system bugs.
• Vendor Liaison: Manage relationships with software vendors and contractors to resolve technical issues and evaluate the impact of new software projects on existing infrastructure.

IV. Professional Development & Training

• Capacity Building: Create and deliver comprehensive training programs and technical manuals for administrators, faculty, and staff on the efficient use of student information systems.
• Policy Alignment: Collaborate with District leadership to align PowerSchool configurations and parameters with evolving academic policies and grading regulations.

V. General Responsibilities

• Confidentiality: Maintain strict data privacy and confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and District policies.
• Adaptive Support: Perform other data-related duties and special projects as assigned by the Chief Information Officer or Superintendent.

EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

Any combination of experience and training which would indicate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below.

Category

Requirement

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS, IT, or Data Analytics or equivalent work experience (required).

Experience

3+ years managing PowerSchool SIS specifically. 2+ years of Database Administration.

Technical Stack

Must Have: Advanced SQL, HTML/CSS, and JavaScript.

Preferred

Experience with PowerSchool API/Scribe, PowerQuery, or Oracle APEX.

Soft Skills

Ability to translate "Technical-Speak" into "Educator-Speak."

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing.
• Requires fine finger dexterity to use office equipment and office technology; visual perception for interacting with computer screens for prolonged periods of time is required
• 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; ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to meet production deadlines; ability to use problem-solving and analytical skills to identify concerns and solutions with data, software, and procedures; must complete a high volume of computer use and input a high volume of data with speed and accuracy, including confidential data.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with a diverse range of personnel (e.g. support staff, administrators, co-workers); must maintain strict confidentiality.
• May be required to occasionally work a flexible schedule with some evenings during high demand times

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• 238 day contract, 8 hours per day
• 2.70 ratio IT Yukon Public Schools Pay Information
• Step 0 - $68,639.20
• Step 1 - $69,496.00
• Step 2 - $70,371.84
• Step 3 - $71,247.68
• Step 4 - $72,180.64
• Step 5 - $73,094.56
• Step 6 - $74,027.52
• Step 7 - $74,960.48
• Step 8 - $75,931.52
• Step 9 - $76,902.56
• Step 10 - $77,892.64

STATUS: Exempt Support or Certified

EVALUATION: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy of evaluation for certified personnel.