REPORTS TO: Deputy Superintendent for Administration and Finance

POSITION TYPE: Exempt Non-Aligned Salary 12 months Full Time

SALARY RANGE: $140000 - $160000 .

QUALIFICATIONS- REQUIRED:

• Bachelors Degree in statistics computer science or related field masters degree preferred
• Minimum 7 years of related professional experience 10 years preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supervising evaluating and developing the capacity of staff
• Experience developing and managing budgets with demonstrated knowledge of school data technology tools and practices
• Proficient using data to guide professional practices make decisions and when making suggestions for improvement
• Understanding of educational data assessment accountability and reporting requirements.
• Ability to translate complex data into understandable insights for diverse audiences.
• Extensive knowledge of and direct experience with statistical methodologies surveys communication tools (mass communication websites newsletters reports etc.) enrollment testing DESE reporting and other school district data and information systems.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational time management and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills ability to clearly communicate complex ideas to a broad range of stakeholders
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite particularly EXCEL and WORD Google and other computerized tools relevant to IT and Data system ASPEN website etc.
• Ability to work collaboratively to address concerns and resolve conflict in a professional courteous manner
• Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physically capable of carrying out the daily responsibilities of the office including (but not limited to): consistent attendance; stand; walk; use hands to manage tools and equipment; reach with hands and arms; stoop kneel crouch or crawl and sit for prolonged periods at a desk while working on a computer. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift/or move up to 30 pounds.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Superintendent for Administration and Finance the Information Systems and Data Analytics Director ensures all duties and responsibilities associated with district-wide management of staff and student information technology and communication and district state and federal reporting are managed with integrity and accuracy clarity and consistency and are performed timely and efficiently. This position works closely with senior leaders to analyze student and financial data to find trends for improving instruction providing leadership to teams to use data for equitable outcomes ensuring fiscal efficiency bridging technical management with strategic educational leadership

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates work assignments for Information Systems and Data Analytics staff to ensure that School Town State and Federal timelines and expectations are met. Functional areas may include but are not limited to: recordkeeping analysis and reporting of data efficient and effective information systems student enrollment staff onboarding and systems management oversight and administration of the website information systems databases mass communication systems and technology replacements repair and maintenance.

• Supervises the Registration and Enrollment Manager Data Systems and Applications Manager Applications Support Specialist and IT Help Desk staff.
• Completes data analysis and reporting at the district and school level including MCAS Accountability BAS SAT AP etc.).
• Lead analysis of student performance assessment and demographic data to identify trends patterns and insights related to program/service effectiveness as it relates to student outcomes.
• Oversees data governance (like FERPA HIIPA Privacy Act etc.)
• Prepare reports forecasts data visualizations (dashboards) etc. to identify and monitor trends and track outcomes against benchmarks for senior leaders
• Supervises the submission of all state reporting requirements including student staff course schedule and discipline records.
• Responsible for data governance and security on district information and communication systems.
• Creates and administers all surveys coming from the district.
• Completes required Enrollment Projections
• Manages student records request system and ensures requests are completed on time.

• Provides training and support to administrators and support personnel regarding School Department data communication and technology policies processes and procedures.

• Provides input and feedback to the Deputy Superintendent for Administration and Finance to ensure that policies processes and procedures continue to be effective efficient and accessible to all employees while maintaining compliance with Federal State and Town/School regulations.

• Prepares analysis reports and other materials as requested by the Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent.

• Works with the Deputy Superintendent and HR Director to develop facilitate and evaluate induction and mentoring programs for all employees in the department.

• Works with the Town technology department to support timely sharing of information and advocate for school department needs.

• Ensures staff are equipped with the tools provided access to systems and set-up in job-a-like groups required for their role. Likewise terminate staff that resign/retire from systems and collect all technology prior to their departure.
• Completes statistical and data analysis as requested.

Managerial Responsibilities:

• Helps to develop and monitor budgets approving expenditures as appropriate for the department.
• Ensures completion of routine and required paperwork related to purchasing/bidding financial management personnel management etc.
• In collaboration with the Deputy Superintendent and Directors creates handbooks resource and training manuals and other staff support materials.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Deputy Superintendent.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manages coordinates and supervises day-to-day activities related to registering and withdrawing students updating and reporting information in the student information system and other database programs communication and website information and Device and technology support.
• Oversees departmental staff providing periodic observations and evaluations that are timely and constructive and completed based on the timetables set by the school district.
• Offers training and guidance as necessary based on evaluations and departmental needs
• Participates in hiring all department staff and presides over and/or participates in due process meetings related to discipline grievances reduction in force etc. for the finance department
• Works with the Deputy Superintendents and other Directors to develop a staff orientation program that includes but is not limited to meeting administrators co-workers and site-based administrators touring the facility(s) reviewing policies and procedures and ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to perform the requirements of their job.

Other Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Participates in meetings and represents the administration on committees as requested by the Deputy Superintendent and attends relevant events in the community.
• Acts as a liaison between the school administration town departments and staff to communicate and resolve challenges that interfere with the smooth and orderly operation of Educational Support Services and/or may impact the delivery of quality educational services to students.
• Coordinates work with school administrators and town departments to ensure disruption to teaching and learning is minimized.
• Strives to create a high performing cohesive customer service oriented team.
• Communicates information timely frequently and in a professional manner to the Deputy Superintendent other administrators and department staff.
• Assists the Deputy Superintendent with administrative duties and projects as needed.

Required Experience:

Director