Coordinator of Data Compliance and Accountability

Application Process

Application review begins immediately and remains open until the position is filled. Please submit a letter of application resume contact information for three references and an official transcript from your final degree-granting institution to: .

Please submit your application as one PDF file that includes all the above if possible.

For questions regarding the position and/or application process please contact:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in information technology computer science or related discipline.
• Minimum three years experience with database systems or data analytics.
• A higher degree may substitute for the required experience at the discretion of LSMSA.
• Strong writing and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Microsoft Access SQL Power BI Tableau Python Visual Studio and Notepad applications.
• Valid Louisiana drivers license to facilitate participation in state-wide meetings and conferences.
• High level of discretion with sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with data hygiene and preparation of workflows for gathering and validating data used in reporting or systems integration.
• Ability to work flexible hours as necessary including evenings and weekends.
• Must pass a drug screening and a criminal background check. Person may be employed pending the results of these screenings.

• A masters degree in information technology computer science or related discipline
• Five or more years experience with Student Information Systems at the K-12 or higher education level
• Experience with systems used by LDOE such as LEADS EdLink360 and eScholar.
• Experience with systems used by LSMSA Blackbaud Education REACH Snap Healthcare Naviance and Microsoft data-related services.

The Coordinator of Data Compliance and Accountability performs various technical administrative and support tasks for LSMSA. Responsibilities include utilizing specialized tools to prepare data for reporting and analysis purposes evaluating workflows and efficiencies monitoring and implementing best practices for data security and integrity and providing data use standards. A vital component of the position involves supporting the integration of data-driven decision-making preparing presenting and maintaining various reports and datasets. This includes mandated data submissions supplied to the Louisiana Department of Education over the academic year.

This is a full-time position that may allow for a hybrid work schedule. It offers all the benefits afforded to Louisiana state employees including health and retirement.

Essential Functions:

Data Compliance and Management (75%):

• Serve as the data manager for LSMSA as outlined by LDOE.
• Assist with ensuring the schools program is consistent with state-mandated criteria.
• Maintain considerable knowledge of LDOE standards and systems.
• Maintain accounting procedures and regulations that satisfy local state and federal requirements regarding student information.
• Maintain knowledge of student information software packages used by the school.
• Utilize specialized reporting software to produce district-level reports to the LDOE. Serve as the point of contact for Student Privacy Compliance
• Provide recommendations and guidance in implementing policy and workflow changes to accommodate newly enacted mandates by oversight agencies or legislative acts. Serve as the accountability contact to complete necessary data verifications and audits.
• Aid in creating data analytics to report trends in enrollment management academic support services and retention-related activities.
• Use data analysis to help create plans that support the Mission and Vision of LSMSA.
• Provide the administration with data reports to be published in the annual Pitch Book and the College Profile.
• Responsible for creating and submitting mandated data files for school accountability to LDOE.
• Provide and coordinate data feeds from the canonical source databases to integrated systems and services.

• Assist the CIO in technology service planning.
• Assist in reviewing and implementing new services applications and workflows.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation on all workflows and procedures.
• Share responsibility in supporting various services provided by LSMSA Information Technology.