Data and Reporting Specialist

Company: Waukegan Community Unit
Location: Waukegan
Posted on: May 22, 2023

Job Description:

Position Type:
Technology

Date Posted:
10/31/2022

Location:
Lincoln Center/District Wide

Closing Date:
until filledWho We Are:
Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 serves nearly 17,000 students in preschool through grade 12 and is located halfway between Chicago, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan. The District has 1 early learning center, 15 elementary schools, five middle schools and a high school program divided between two 9th - 12 grade campuses. The District encompasses portions of Waukegan, Beach Park and Park City.

Why We Do This Work:
The Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 has set an ambitious agenda for change, guided by the belief that all children, regardless of circumstances, can achieve at high levels and academic gaps can and will be eliminated with the support of teachers who deliver engaging, relevant, and academically rigorous instruction that excites students and instills a love of learning in them.

What We Need:
Under the direction of Associate Superintendent of Information Technology Services, the Data and Reporting Specialist will report to the Manager of Applications and Data Analytics to manage the Student Information System and ERP system. In addition, also support, multiple District data systems and platforms. Performs basic problem determination, resolution support and data reports for areas of responsibility as required to ensure a reliable production environment.

Responsabilities:

• Learn and maintain ERP system custom reporting schema and data security.
• Maintain and support the District's database schemas.
• Work closely with the ITS Data Team to maintain and support Student Information system and other cloud based systems.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge and skillset for utilizing the Student Information System and other platforms used in the District.
• Provide technical assistance, advice, and support through district helpdesk system for system troubleshooting and data reporting.
• Extract, organize, and prepare data and reports for ITS data team, other departments and building needs.
• Work closely with School Office Personnel and Administration regarding utilization of systems and data.
• Work with Manager Applications and Data Analytics to integrate and align data sources with systems and software.
• Work with the Academic Department for the successful integration of the Student Information System with Instructional Technology platforms.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the department supervisor and or Director of Information Technology.
• Maintain and demonstrate high standards of accuracy and integrity in all areas of data input and management.
• Ensure security and confidentiality of all District data. Qualifications:
• Bachelor Degree Preferred (Computer Science or Information Technology)
• Five (5) years related experience
• Experience with TSQL, Microsoft SQL Studio Suite (SSIS, SSRS)
• 1-2 years experience with ERP system (HR and Financials)
• Proficiency to use Microsoft excel spreadsheets to manipulate data
• Experience to use a BI tool is a plus
  Work Environment: Busy office environment with multiple priorities and frequent interruptions.
  
  Terms of Employment: Twelve months
  
  Compensation: Per Contract
  
  Application Deadline: Candidates must submit an online application by closing date.
  
  Only online applications will be considered.
  Apply: www.wps60.org
  Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 offers employment opportunities without regard to
  age, gender, race, color, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital or military/veteran status,
  sexual orientation, parental status, genetics, disability or other protected category.

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