25 Applications Manager

Pueblo, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Type:
Technology/Applications Programmer / Enterprise Configuration Manager

Date Posted:
9/15/2025

Location:
Technology Services

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge skills and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district which state:

We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community parents staff and students are essential to our success.
We believe that we must act with integrity celebrate diversity and promote equity.
We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
We believe that the social and emotional well being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe positive and supportive environment for our students and staff
We believe that our community heritage traditions and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

Job Title: Applications Manager
Work Year: 220 Days
Department: Technology
Reports To: Director of Technology
Salary Range: APT Salary Schedule
Benefits: Fringe Benefitsbased on Schedule C Benefits
Status: FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY:
The Applications Managers role is to supervise and maintain the organizations repository of software applications through best practices and the appropriate staffing and management of a technical team. The Applications Manager is also responsible for planning and coordinating the processes required for the provision of user applications and systems necessary for business operations. This individual will apply proven communication and problem-solving skills to guide and assist the user group on issues related to the design development and deployment of mission-critical information and software systems.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED:

Equivalent of Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Computer Systems Design or related field andsix (6) years experience managing applications and/or systems management.
Valid Colorado Driver License and ability to be insured by District Insurance Carrier
Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
Must be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing using proper grammar and vocabulary

PREFERRED:

Masters Degree in Computer Information Systems IT Management or related field
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Certifications in Microsoft SQL Oracle or similar database systems.
Experience with Tableau
Prior experience in a medium to large sized K-12 public school district

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Proven experience in overseeing the direction development and implementation of software solutions.
Direct hands-on experience with automated software management tools.
Strong knowledge of system and software quality assurance best practices and methodologies.
Extensive experience with core software applications including Infinite Campus Tableau Active Directory Google Workspace Google GCDS etc.
Working knowledge of SQL/Oracle
Working knowledge of network and PC operating systems including DOS/Windows/MAC-based computer systems ChromeOS and mobile devices.
Working knowledge of current network hardware protocols and standards including TCP/IP ODBC Shared Memory Named PipesGAM (Google Apps Manager).
Identity Management (IdM) experience
Infinite Campus or similar Student Information System experience
Good project management skills and/or substantial exposure to project-based work structures.
Excellent understanding of the organizations goals and objectives.
Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent listening and interpersonal skills.
Strong customer-service orientation.
Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
Ability to conduct research into application issues and products.
Highly self-motivated and directed.
Keen attention to detail.
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Experience working in a team-oriented collaborative environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore this position description is designed to define primary duties qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the Districts/departments goals. Actual duties responsibilities frequency and percentages may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors.

Ensure that applications meet business requirements and systems goals fulfill end-user requirements and identify and resolve systems issues.
Review and analyze existing applications for security effectiveness and efficiency and then develop strategies for improving or leveraging these systems.
Cultivate and disseminate knowledge of application-usage best practices.
Research and make recommendations on software products and services in support of procurement and development efforts.
Evaluate install configure and deploy new applications systems software products and/or enhancements to existing applications throughout the enterprise.
Collaborate with analysts designers and system owners in the testing of new software programs and applications.
Analyze documentation and technical specifications of any new application under deployment or consideration to determine its intended functionality.
Design and manage Identity Management (IdM) automation/integration with ERP/SIS Active Directory Google Workspace for Education eDirectory etc.
Ensure that any new software integration into District systems meets functional requirements system compliance and interface specifications.
Design develop and install application enhancements and upgrades.
Coordinate feasibility studies for software and system products under consideration for purchase and give advice based on findings.
Contribute to pre-testing phase of development by evaluating proposals in order to identify potential problem areas and make the appropriate recommendations.
Negotiate technical aspects of contracts with software and service providers.
Liaise with districts software suppliers for prompt rectification of any problems or emergencies.
Manage and provide direction for the application team in support of business operations.
Liaise with network administrators and software engineers to assist with quality assurance program logic and data processing.
Develop and communicate training and documentation for end users hold clinics as necessary and other user-related activities.
Develop distribute and coordinate in-depth end-user reviews for modified and new systems or applications.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Director of Technology

The physical demands work environment factors and mental functions described below 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl.

In a 9-hour workday this job requires:
R Rarely (Less than .5 hr per day) O Occasionally (.5 2.5 hrs per day)
F Frequently (2.5 6 hrs per day) C Continually (6 9 hrs per day)
NA Not Applicable

Physical Requirements
Sitting	Continually
Stationary Standing	Occasionally
Walking (level surface)	Occasionally
Walking (uneven surface)	Rarely
Crawling	Rarely
Crouching (bend at knees)	Occasionally
Stooping (bend at waist)	Occasionally
Twisting (knees/waist/neck)	Occasionally
Turn/Pivot	Occasionally
Climbing (stairs)	Occasionally
Climbing (ladder)	Rarely
Reaching overhead	Occasionally
Reaching extension	Frequently
Repetitive use arms	Frequently
Repetitive use wrists	Frequently
Repetitive use hands grasping	Occasionally
Repetitive use hands squeezing	Occasionally
Fine manipulation	Continually
Using foot control	Rarely
*Pushing/Pulling Maximum weight: 50 lbs.	Frequently
Lifting Maximum weight: 50 lbs.	Frequently
Carrying Maximum weight: 50 lbs.	Frequently

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Employee will work primarily in a school/office environment with both natural and fluorescent lighting with moderate to loud noise levels.

Instructions for Applying:

All applicants interested in and qualified for the posted position must submit an online application. Applications that are incomplete and/or not submitted will not be forwarded to the hiring administrator for review. The following will need to be uploaded with the application: current cover letter for the posted position; current resume; copy of transcripts conferring required degree and any other materials requested on the application.

Please note: If hireda new hire packet will be emailed and must be completed prior to processing. Fingerprints will be required for all employees of Pueblo School District 60 prior to your processing date.

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race creed color sex sexual orientation gender identity/expression marital status national origin religion ancestry age disability need for special education services genetic information pregnancy or childbirth status or other status protected by law in admission access to treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Student Support Services Andrew Burns Title IXCoordinator/Compliance Officer for complaints. This individual can be located at 315 West 11th Street Pueblo Colorado 81003 . Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to Pueblo School District No. 60s Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officernamed herein; the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education at ; or both. Complaint procedures have been established for students parents employees and members of the public. (Policy AC AC-R-1AC-R-2 AC-E-1AC-E-2 AC-E-3).

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Required Experience:

Manager

Position Type:Technology/Applications Programmer / Enterprise Configuration ManagerDate Posted:9/15/2025Location:Technology Services It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge s...