Audio Visual Technician: Student Database Administrator and Support Specialist

Position District Technology Technician: Database Administrator and Support Specialist Reports To Director of Technology Summary Responsible for operating the PowerSchool student information database & software, its related products, student-related state reporting, and supporting database users in district schools and educational facilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Oversee operation of student information database district-wide including data entry procedures, data validation, data reporting, file backup, and export of data to other systems. Train school facility users in the operation of the student database and its related products from remote locations and on site. Maintain, troubleshoot and update database software and its related products to provide a consistent and reliable student data environment for enrollment, attendance, grading, and other student-related information. Design and execute complex queries to extract data and information for reporting and analysis, and provide reports and related information to school personnel, central office staff, and the State Department of Education. Plan and orchestrate meetings of district users to share and disseminate information regarding operation and maintenance of the database. Serve as a resource to administrators, teachers, and other school personnel on matters of student information, database operation, data reporting, and other data needs as may be required. Work with other members of the Technology Services Department and the City Information Systems Department to coordinate hardware operations and other technical requirements. Pursue ongoing education and training necessary to support database products and other contemporary technologies utilized by the school district and update individual computer skills. Education and/or Experience Associate's Degree (A.S.) in Computer Science with an emphasis on database administration or equivalent (Preferred). Demonstrated understanding of PowerSchool SIS including reporting and data import/export techniques (Preferred). Successful work experience in supporting contemporary software products for Windows/Linux-based computers in medium to large organizations. Certificates, Licenses & Registrations Oracle Database Certification, PowerSchool SIS Certification, or other technology-related certifications (Preferred). Language Skills Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals in relation to the essential duties of the position. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups and the general public whenever necessary and in relation to the essential duties of the position. Mathematical Skills Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and related disciplines; ability to apply basic concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations and in relation to the essential duties of the position. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists, using education, experience and creativity. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Other Skills and Abilities Ability to operate personal computers, network equipment, and other technology forms. Use of arms and hands for finger dexterity in operating such equipment. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory of database operation to district operations of technology resources. Demonstrated knowledge and strong proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Excel and Access are required. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and willingness to learn. Good, effective communication skills including the ability to maintain confidential information. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, teachers, staff, students and parents/guardians. Ability to handle stressful situations and work within difficult time constraints on demand. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bristol Public Schools