Detroit Public Schools Community District · 1 week ago
Assistant Director - Student Information Systems
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$82K/yr - $111K/yr
3+ years expDetroit Public Schools Community District is responsible for managing educational operations and services. The Assistant Director of Student Information Systems is tasked with overseeing the operations, enhancements, and strategic initiatives of the District's Student Information Systems, ensuring data management and reporting align with district goals.
Education
Responsibilities
Lead the design, testing, and implementation of PowerSchool modules and customizations
Plan and implement strategies for beginning- and end-of-year system configuration to ensure smooth school operations
Manage security setup, user account provisioning, and student/parent access within the SIS
Lead the development and optimization of PowerSchool plugins for data exports and page customizations
Manage and develop a team of two staff members, ensuring effective task delegation and professional growth
Foster a culture of professional learning and accountability within the SIS team and across the broader organization
Collaborate with business process owners to ensure SIS configurations align with district practices and needs
Coordinate cross-functional teams to support recurring system processes like course catalog management, student enrollment, and scheduling
Establish data quality and accountability reporting milestones to enhance operational efficiency and compliance
Lead custom report development to support school-level staff and official documentation
Develop documentation for recurring processes related to SIS maintenance, database management, and integrations
Engage in strategic planning and professional development to drive the System and Application Management team towards annual goals
Serve as the district representative on state and local committees involving student information
Participate in knowledge management initiatives to improve district communication and continuous improvement
Perform other duties as assigned by the Deputy Executive Director, Student Information Service
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a focus in computer science, business administration, or a related field
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in managing a Student Information System or similar large-scale technical implementation
Strong analytical skills to conduct analyses and develop recommendations
Ability to balance multiple projects within a data-driven accountability environment
Proficiency in PowerSchool SIS or equivalent student information system
Excellent project management and organizational abilities
Strong leadership and team management skills
Proficiency in data analysis and visualization techniques
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
Experience in leading change management processes to support and influence school staff practices
Preferred
Experience with SQL, report writing tools, and data integration techniques
Knowledge of educational data standards and reporting requirements
Company
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Detroit Public Schools Community District educate and empower every student, in every community, every day, to build a stronger Detroit.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Joseph Flint
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