McAllen Independent School District
Systems Analyst
McAllen Independent School District, Mcallen, Texas, United States, 78501
Applications will be acceptedMonday, November 18, 2024 12:00 AM
-Friday, December 6, 2024 5:00 PM(Central Standard Time)Systems Analyst
PRIMARY PURPOSE:The Systems Analyst eliminates obstacles that prevent teachers, school leaders and departmental staff from focusing on instruction and the work that supports instruction every day. The Systems Analyst accomplishes this by implementing reliable and efficient technology solutions that support the district’s enterprise systems and applications. Specifically, the Systems Analyst achieves excellence with emphasis in the following areas: database administration, system maintenance, software development, query creation, data management, system integration and automation.QUALIFICATIONS:Education/Certification:Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Technology or related field, requiredMaster’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Technology or related field, preferredSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of data query languages (SQL and PowerShell) requiredKnowledge of reporting platforms (Crystal Reports, SSRS, PowerBI, etc.) preferredKnowledge of enterprise information systems requiredKnowledge of K-12 SIS systems (Skyward) requiredExperience with Student Information Systems functions including but not limited to enrollment, registration, attendance, scheduling, and grade reporting requiredKnowledge of Business, Budget, HRIS, Payroll, Benefits, Purchasing and Warehouse Processes preferredExperience developing and maintaining Systems Integrations preferredAdvanced knowledge of spreadsheet applications and VBA preferredKnowledge of database management software and application development tools preferredAbility to develop and maintain systems documentation and technical assistance manuals requiredAbility to work effectively with teams and work independently requiredStrong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills requiredExperience:Three (3) years of experience in a technology role, requiredMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Design, install, manage and maintain a reliable system and database infrastructure for assigned systems.Serve as system and database administrator for assigned systems ensuring regular maintenance, upgrade management, integrity control, data security and replacement schedule fidelity.Develop protocols to ensure that systems, interfaces, integrations, batch jobs and automated processes are safe, operable, reliable and meet the needs of district users.Lead system upgrades, conversions, and implementations by gathering user requirements, conducting package selections and demos, and leading project tasks to ensure on time and high quality delivery.Lead efforts to improve efficiencies, data quality and data security and reduce manual processes throughout the district by leveraging system capabilities, automation, integration and reporting.Support district personnel with the completion of major projects as needed including PEIMS, state and federal submissions, budget preparation, audit reviews.Use sound judgement and sense of urgency when prioritizing systems and data projects to best meet the needs of the district.Develop and automate queries and reports to support district processes.Perform all phases of software development including analysis, design, coding, testing, documentation, implementation and training and ensure software meets technical and user requirements.Create, maintain, and update training manuals, technical documentation, standards and procedures for assigned systems, processes and applications.Provide programming-related support and prioritize programming requests to deliver projects on time for assigned enterprise applications.Maintain confidentiality of, and a fiduciary approach toward, all departmental and district data (e.g., correspondence, passwords, payroll/personnel information, student information, etc.).Conduct detailed process and systems analysis and communicate with district personnel to define system requirements, determine data and system needs, clarify requests, develop solutions, provide training and provide technical assistance.Coordinate systems-related issues with vendors, including identification of and assistance with the resolution of program problems, design and implementation of system enhancements.Coordinate with users and software vendors to ensure that all administrative applications systems are maintained at the appropriate release level.Respond to emergencies and afterhours calls as required.Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).Working Days:
226Daily Rate pay range:Minimum: $283.72Maximum: $395.86Note:
Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person's job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.
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-Friday, December 6, 2024 5:00 PM(Central Standard Time)Systems Analyst
PRIMARY PURPOSE:The Systems Analyst eliminates obstacles that prevent teachers, school leaders and departmental staff from focusing on instruction and the work that supports instruction every day. The Systems Analyst accomplishes this by implementing reliable and efficient technology solutions that support the district’s enterprise systems and applications. Specifically, the Systems Analyst achieves excellence with emphasis in the following areas: database administration, system maintenance, software development, query creation, data management, system integration and automation.QUALIFICATIONS:Education/Certification:Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Technology or related field, requiredMaster’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Technology or related field, preferredSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of data query languages (SQL and PowerShell) requiredKnowledge of reporting platforms (Crystal Reports, SSRS, PowerBI, etc.) preferredKnowledge of enterprise information systems requiredKnowledge of K-12 SIS systems (Skyward) requiredExperience with Student Information Systems functions including but not limited to enrollment, registration, attendance, scheduling, and grade reporting requiredKnowledge of Business, Budget, HRIS, Payroll, Benefits, Purchasing and Warehouse Processes preferredExperience developing and maintaining Systems Integrations preferredAdvanced knowledge of spreadsheet applications and VBA preferredKnowledge of database management software and application development tools preferredAbility to develop and maintain systems documentation and technical assistance manuals requiredAbility to work effectively with teams and work independently requiredStrong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills requiredExperience:Three (3) years of experience in a technology role, requiredMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Design, install, manage and maintain a reliable system and database infrastructure for assigned systems.Serve as system and database administrator for assigned systems ensuring regular maintenance, upgrade management, integrity control, data security and replacement schedule fidelity.Develop protocols to ensure that systems, interfaces, integrations, batch jobs and automated processes are safe, operable, reliable and meet the needs of district users.Lead system upgrades, conversions, and implementations by gathering user requirements, conducting package selections and demos, and leading project tasks to ensure on time and high quality delivery.Lead efforts to improve efficiencies, data quality and data security and reduce manual processes throughout the district by leveraging system capabilities, automation, integration and reporting.Support district personnel with the completion of major projects as needed including PEIMS, state and federal submissions, budget preparation, audit reviews.Use sound judgement and sense of urgency when prioritizing systems and data projects to best meet the needs of the district.Develop and automate queries and reports to support district processes.Perform all phases of software development including analysis, design, coding, testing, documentation, implementation and training and ensure software meets technical and user requirements.Create, maintain, and update training manuals, technical documentation, standards and procedures for assigned systems, processes and applications.Provide programming-related support and prioritize programming requests to deliver projects on time for assigned enterprise applications.Maintain confidentiality of, and a fiduciary approach toward, all departmental and district data (e.g., correspondence, passwords, payroll/personnel information, student information, etc.).Conduct detailed process and systems analysis and communicate with district personnel to define system requirements, determine data and system needs, clarify requests, develop solutions, provide training and provide technical assistance.Coordinate systems-related issues with vendors, including identification of and assistance with the resolution of program problems, design and implementation of system enhancements.Coordinate with users and software vendors to ensure that all administrative applications systems are maintained at the appropriate release level.Respond to emergencies and afterhours calls as required.Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).Working Days:
226Daily Rate pay range:Minimum: $283.72Maximum: $395.86Note:
Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person's job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.
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