Title: Academic Systems Manager and RegistrarReports to: Assistant Head of SchoolThe Miami Valley School (MVS). Our mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens. For 60 years MVS has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton Ohio community. Here faculty are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally-recognized leader in experience-based learning. Here every member of the MVS community is committed to transformative immersive learning in the classroom and during our Immersion term. Equally important is our commitment to Social Emotional Learning (SEL) through which our students learn the skills and competencies necessary to navigate an ever-shifting world with confidence and curiosity. Here we learn because we Role. MVS is seeking an innovative and culturally inclusive Academic Systems Manager and this position youll take on responsibility that combines the critical roles of overseeing the Blackbaud Student Information and Learning Management System the Canvas Learning Management System and serving as the Registrar for our Early Childhood through 12th grade independent school. This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring the seamless functioning of our academic databases while also managing academic records and scheduling processes that underpin our educational ecosystem. Your expertise will be instrumental in maintaining data integrity facilitating efficient scheduling across divisions and supporting our communitys system usage. The ideal candidate will balance these two roles while maintaining the highest standards of data integrity and operational effectiveness of our Opportunity. All members of MVSs vibrant staff bring the schools mission and vision to life each day for students and families in the Dayton community. Each day we live out our mission through our core values: integrity celebration grit and kindness. As a part of our dynamic team you will have the opportunity to:Expand Global Leadership. MVS is known for its academic and extracurricular programming and with you on our team we will continue to grow with our students as leaders of Global Citizenship and stewards of civil discourse. Develop Character and Wellness. To support the overall wellness of our vibrantcommunity youll have the opportunity to meaningfully connect and collaborate withstudents and this position you will help assure students and caregivers receive the support they need when interacting with our Student Information and Management . As we continue to develop our school and our students you will be part of a team that is enhancing professional learning nationwide and becoming a thought leader for MVS Immersion Method experiences that stretch beyond the traditional school experience. Collaborate as part of a World-Class your role at MVS you will work alongside dedicated faculty and staff who have taught and learned all over the world and in a variety of school contexts. Your colleagues are artists researchers entrepreneurs published authors professional musicians armed services veterans and thespians. Most importantly they are compassionate and caring educators committed to lifelong of course you will get to make an impact! As the Academic Systems Manager and Registrar you will have an impact on the greater MVS community as a supportive resource and guidepost for students families faculty and : Build rapport and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders; leadership team members faculty staff students caregivers and alumniCollaborate with and garner the respect of peersStrong written and oral communication skills for interactions with families students faculty and staffExcel in detail-oriented work and demonstrate outstanding organizational skillsFlexibility to manage multiple tasks work independently meet deadlines including evenings and weekends during peak periodsEmbrace the vision of Mastery Performance in their daily activitiesPrimary responsibilities:Academic Systems ManagerManage Blackbaud Student Information System databaseUser access roles and permissions Data integrity system updates and user technical supportCreate and maintain current and previous recordsMaintain lists of policies and procedures related to the use of MVSs database systemsConsult with users to guide define and evaluate needsAnalyze systems recommend solutions oversee fixes and manage software integrationManage Canvas and Blackbaud Learning Management SystemsMaintain overall data integrity and monitor system usageMonitor integration with the Blackbaud Student Information System and other software systemsManage roles privileges and access for all usersManage the BrightArrow emergency alert notification systemProvide user support education and training for student information and learning management systemsCollaborate across departments to analyze system needs and support database usersOversee end-of-year data rollover RegistrarCreate and maintain school records and track graduation requirementsCreate master schedules for all divisions: Early Childhood Lower School Middle School and Upper SchoolSupport students families and advisors with course schedule options ensuring compliance with prerequisites and graduation requirementsCollaborate with the Admissions department on student candidates for enrollment review their previous academic records recommend course placement and determine graduation requirementsProvide transcripts and records for current and former studentsManage the creation and release of Academic Progress Reports for all divisions at the end of each of the five grading termsDevelop and provide training resources and guidance to Upper School advisors for student academic scheduling conferencesQualifications:Bachelors degree or equivalent education and experienceExperience with database management preferred but not requiredComputer literacy proficiency and knowledge of database queriesBenefits. This is a full-time opportunity that provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision plans a matching 403(b) program and 50% tuition remission for the children of the Next Step. Share this opportunity with your network! Learn more about our school by clicking on the embedded links. Interested and qualified applicants should submit a completed MVS employment application cover letter resume outlining your suitability for the position and interest in the mission of the school to Please do not call the school directly. Bring Your Whole Self. MVS is committed to the Dayton community and to our mission and vision. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and will not discriminate on any basis. We seek qualified candidates from a myriad of backgrounds to join our dynamic team.
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