Application Specialist/Programmer
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TITLE: Application Developer/Programmer
LOCATION: North Central Office
The Kansas City Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district that serves approximately 22000 students and 60 different languages are spoken in the homes of our students. KCKPS is home to Sumner Academy the #6 highest rated High School in the Nation and #1 High School in Kansas according to the US News rankings.
With Head Start/preschools 28 elementary schools 7 middle schools and 5 college and career academies/high schools we are the fifth-largest district in the state of Kansas and our student population is approximately 56% Hispanic 24% African American 9% White and 6% Asian. To serve our students the district employs approximately 4000 employees including more than 1800 teachers.
JOB GOAL: To provide the highest level of customer service while supporting the technical needs of users of the districts software systems databases and applications. Achieving this goal may include configuration security custom reporting and developing utilities and related applications as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provide comprehensive programming support for various applications databases and integrations including but not limited to set up system configuration troubleshooting and security administration.
- Ability to analyze debug and resolve technical problems.
- Create custom reports and data extracts using Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio.
- Develop create and modify district software (dynamic data driven Windows or Web applications).
- Support PowerSchools BusinessPlus ERP Software Infinite Campus (Student Information System) and ClassLink (Single Sign-On Solution).
Secondary Functions:
- Write technical articles reports and/or manuals for documentation or training.
- Project management for short-term IT projects.
- Consults with district administrators to clarify program intent identify problems and suggest changes.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director/Assistant Director of Technology & Information Services.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science MIS or related field.
- Two years experience in applications programming preferably in a NET development environment.
- At least one year of experience with any of the following technologies: JavaScript Web Development using PHP Python R Microsoft SQL Server 2012 or later
- Experience providing technical support for PowerSchools BusinessPLUS ERP system SQL and ClassLink is highly desirable.
COMMUNICATION / ORGANIZATION: Maintains communication with school personnel and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action which will meet the educational needs of students. Utilizes existing technology effectively in the performance of duties. Performs other duties as assigned.
REASONING ABILITY:Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: functions of the job include: pertinent laws codes policies and/or frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem-solving with equipment regulations; personnel processes; curriculum adoption process; program planning and development; and adult learning styles and curriculum models. ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities meetings and/or events; often gather collate and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem-solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem-solving with data is moderate to significant.
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 regularly required to sit walk stand and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and is a standard acceptable level for this environment.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:261 days
WORKING LOCATION:North Central Office (In person with no remote option)
SALARY:
FLSA STATUS:NON-EXEMPT
REPORT TO:Assistant Director of Information Systems
EVALUATION:Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with Board of Education policy. Annual evaluation conducted by the Assistant Director of Information Systems.
Signatures
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individual holding this position performs additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.
Kansas City Kansas Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KCKPSis an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate in its employment practices and policies with respect to hiring compensation terms conditions or privileges of employment because of an individuals race color religion sex/gender (to include orientation identity or expression) age disability national origin genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law.
For more information regarding Title IX please contact:
District Compliance Coordinator
2010 N. 59thStreet
Kansas City KS 66104
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