South Burlington School District
About South Burlington School District:
At South Burlington School District, we believe in supporting the whole employee—inside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes amazing, competitively priced health insurance, dental coverage, sick time, professional time and other leaves. Additionally, we offer a robust retirement plan which for educators is through VT State Teachers Retirement; and for other staff consists of a 403b plan with up to 6% provided by the district. Employees may also enjoy professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, wellness initiatives, Employee Assistance Programs and meaningful work that directly impacts student success and community growth.
Job Title: Data Specialist I
Location: District Information Technology (IT)
Job Group: Non-Union
Pay Grade: Non Exempt, Grade 25
Reports to: District Data Manager
Position Summary: Responsible for managing the data integrity and security of the District’s student information system and other assigned systems. Provides system support to end-users and implements the District’s plan for instructional and administrative programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides first-line support of the district’s student information system, such as:
- Importing and exporting reliable data;
- Updating, editing, and processing student record changes; and
- Updating report card and transcript information.
- Provides first-line support of third-party data-related systems, inclusive of, but not limited to:
- Online registration system,
- Learning Management System,
- Assessment applications (e.g., FitnessGram, FastBridge Learning, SBAC TIDE), and
- Clever application.
- Works with the District Data Manager by recommending changes to data systems to improve District operational efficiency.
- Assists with the implementation, testing, and on-going maintenance and validation of data-related systems.
- Audits and maintains data on a regular basis to ensure data integrity and quality.
- Provides training on relevant District data programs on an as needed basis or by special request of the supervisor.
- Assists with the creation and maintenance of Data Team process documentation.
- Remains current on assigned subject matter. Attends and actively participates in all District technology-based meetings and in external training as needed or requested.
- Regular attendance in accordance with assigned work scheduled.
- Perform other duties as directed to help drive to our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values.
Education and/or Experience: An Associate’s Degree in data management or equivalent work experience. Experienced in a school setting performing secretarial, registrar, or student data related duties preferred.
Preferred Skills: Computer experience in a Windows PC environment. Excellent organizational and task management skills. Ability to manipulate data text files, including .csv files and using Excel tools or like software for importing and exporting between data systems. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and School Board policies.
Why Join SBSD?
Supportive colleagues and leadership
Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Professional growth and advancement
Meaningful work that impacts students daily
