Information Systems Administrator

New Haven Unified School District

PRIMARY FUNCTION

  • Under the supervision of the Director of Technology, supervise assigned staff and
    manage the District’s information systems.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

  • Directly responsible to designated administrator.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Plan, organize, and control the operations of assigned District information systems; train
    and supervise assigned personnel; coordinate and oversee end-user training on District
    information systems
  • Generate and implement plans for migration of existing systems to new technology systems as necessary; perform database analysis and design for new systems and system modifications; provide design documentation of new projects for review of the users.
  • Coordinate the collection and reporting of data for state and federal reporting requirements.
  • Evaluate vendor proposed software and hardware; perform systems feasibility and cost studies; generate preliminary systems conceptual designs, timelines and cost estimates.
  • Provide for necessary quality assurance before releasing software systems and modifications to the users; organize and facilitate meetings of software users.
  • Analyze user needs and system requirements to perform input document and output report design; generate performance specifications for software systems.
  • Coordinate communications between administrators and Technology Services to resolve concerns and exchange information; provide regular counsel to administrators regarding use of District information systems.
  • Provide technical expertise, information, and assistance to the Director regarding assigned functions; assist in the formulation and development of policies and process to ensure effective use of District information systems; advise the Director of unusual trends or problems and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE

  • Any combination equivalent to: bachelor’s degree in information system or computer science and five years increasingly responsible experience in the administration of information systems.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

Knowledge of:

  • Planning, organization and management of student information systems.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
  • Management skills to direct and organize individuals.
  • Applicable State and Federal laws, codes, rules and regulations.
  • Operation of a computer and assigned software.

Ability to:

  • Communicate effectively with staff, administration and others as required.
  • Supervise the performance of assigned personnel.
  • Train and provide work direction and guidance to others.
  • Coordinate communications between administrators and technology.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
  • Provide instruction to users of District information systems and resources.
  • Compile, assemble, verify and prepare data for records and reports.
  • Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
  • Compose correspondence and written materials independently.
  • Work independently with little direction.
  • Meet schedules and time lines.
  • Plan and organize work.
  • Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
  • Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software.
  • Be able to multitask.
  • Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance.
  • Move hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
  • Hear and speak to exchange information in person and on the telephone.
  • Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
  • See to read a variety of materials

Management Salary Range 18/1-5

225 day work year

Range 45  1-5

How to Apply

 

The application process is as easy as 1-2-3!

  1. Browse New Haven US job listings and submit an online application on Ed-Join.
  2. When the hiring principal is ready to interview, applicants will be considered and may be selected to interview.
  3. If selected to interview, you will be contacted by the school to set an appointment.
  4. Once you have interviewed, if you are selected for the position, you will be contacted by the personnel department. If you are not selected for the position, you will be notified by the school.