Job Description:
Orchard Farm School District is seeking a Data System Manager to join our team!  Our mission is to empower each learner to excel in diverse communities.  Orchard Farm School District provides a great benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance paid for an employee by the district.
 
An individual who holds this position is required to:

• Plan, deploy, configure, evaluate, audit and improve district data systems. 
• Coordinate the accurate and timely collection and conveyance of federal, state, and local data.
• Monitor, maintain, optimize, and troubleshoot District databases.
• Provide end-user support for district parents utilizing the parent portal.
• Provide end-user support and professional development for district data systems.
• Pursue and apply ongoing, job-related professional development to enhance professional and technical skills.
• Develop and foster vendor relationships to ensure high levels of service.
• Ensure district accounts are active or disabled based on enrollment or employment status.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively one on one along with small and large groups.
• Ability to effectively train others on systems one on one along with small and large group settings.
• Ability to solve problems involving concrete variables within standardized situations and troubleshoot complex systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with others in a positive and professional manner.
• Knowledge working with databases, preferably SQL databases.
• Knowledge working with excel, word, and Google applications.
• Knowledge of principles, techniques, procedures, and developments for the operations of data processing and communications technology.
• Knowledge and experience in system design, program development, debugging and system operation.

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or extensive experience in Technology, Educational Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field.
• Experience with student information systems and other educational applications preferred.
• Experience with Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) states reporting requirements, preferred.

 REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Current Resume
• Online Application
• 3 Letters of Recommendation (preferred)

All applicants must apply through the OFSD Hire Site to be considered for employment.