Senior Data and Applications Support Specialist to manage a Student Information System and maintain data integrations, migration and reporting across the

Our client has an opportunity for a Senior Applications Support Specialist to manage a Student Information System and perform data integrations, migrations and reporting across various systems and platforms.

Permanent Opportunity

Must Have:

• 7+ years of experience in data and application management
• Student information systems (PowerSchool) and other educational and business applications
• Proficient in SQL, database administration, data analysis and reporting tools
• Experience in basic scripting/programming using Python, PowerShell or similar technologies
• Familiar with data standards, privacy laws and best practices in education

Responsibilities:

• Administer, configure, and troubleshoot the PowerSchool Student Information System and other related applications, such as learning management system, document management, library system, finance system, human resources system.

• Ensure PowerSchool and related applications meet security requirements, and that prudent levels of confidentiality, integrity and accessibility are applied.

• Monitor and optimize the performance and security of data and applications, ensuring updated to current stable versions.

• Coordinate and maintain data integration, synchronization, migration, validation and reporting tasks across various systems and platforms, according to established standards of data interoperability.

• Manage accounts for staff, students and parents, ensuring seamless integration into onboarding process

• Resolve incident and service request tickets related to resolution of application and data issues, escalating to external vendors as necessary for resolution