Coordinator of Data Governance for Special Education (26-27 SY) Performance Outcomes and Data

IRVINGINDEPENDENTSCHOOLDISTRICT

Coordinator of Data Governance for Special Education

JOBDESCRIPTION

JOBTITLE:Coordinator of Data Governance for Special Education

WAGE/HOURSTATUS:Exempt

FUNDINGSOURCE:Local

REPORTSTO:DirectorofData Governance

PAYGRADE:Admin/Prof4

DUTYDAYS:230

DEPARTMENT: Performance Outcomes and Data

DATE REVISED:June 2026

ThispositioniseligibleforaChapter21contract.

PRIMARYPURPOSE:

• Under the supervision of the Director of DataGovernance performs complex maintenance coordination and monitoring of student data related to local state and federal educational programs and services.

• TheCoordinator of Data Governancefor Special Educationprovides accurate and timely data reporting for special education.

• The Coordinator of Data Governance provides technical assistance programming and staff training to create and maintain accurate TSDS and CRDC reporting processes related to special education.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MinimumEducation/Certication:

• Mastersdegreeinthe fieldofeducation-Required

• ValidTexasEducatorCertificate-Required

• ValidTexasPrincipalormid-managementcertication-Preferred

SpecialKnowledge/Skills:

• SpecialEducationexperiencepreferred

• KnowledgeoftheTexasStatePerformancesPlanIndicators(SPP)andResults Driven Accountability System (RDA)

• Knowledgeoffederalandstaterulesgoverningtheeducationofstudentswithdisabilities

• Abilitytoworkcooperativelywithothersinattainingdistrictspecialeducationprogram goals/objectives

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) interpersonal and organizational skills

• Knowledge of state and federal guidelines for Special Education programs preferred

• Knowledge of Texas student attendance accounting forspecial education student populations including homebound students preferred

• Ability to provide technical support to end users utilizing program management systems forspecial education

• Ability to facilitate cooperation and team attitude between technical and program staff

• Understanding of IT concepts and systems as applied to the education setting

• Understanding of principles and techniques of database system and programming workincluding analysis design and documentation

• Understanding of student information systems and supporting software programs

• Understanding of how data use supports and informs education programs and practices

• Ability to utilize software effectively and efficiently to develop databases and reports

• Proficiency with IBM-Cognos report writing software preferred

• Proficiency with Structured Query Language (SQL) preferred

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel essential

MinimumExperience:

• Experience with large database management systems for student information preferred
• Experience in managing and analyzing Special Education data preferred
• Experience with Power SchooleSchool-Plus student information system preferred
• Experience with IBM-Cognos report writing software preferred
• Experience with special education program management software preferred
• Experience integrating data across shared system interfaces preferred
• Experience with Texas TSDS/PEIMSUID andTRExsystems preferred
• Experience with Federal CRDC reporting system preferred

MAJORRESPONSIBILITIESANDDUTIES:

1. Under the direction of the Director of Data Governance plan and execute data collection and verification procedures for all state and federal data reporting related to special education

1. Maintain and support student information software procured expressly for special education; develop and provide ongoing training for special education staff related to such software

1. Monitor and provide support to all users of special education automated systems to ensure that all have the knowledge to accurately input and retrieve data

1. Provide training and assistance to professional and paraprofessional staff on processes and procedures for data coding data entry and data error checking in the areas of education

1. In cooperation with Technology Department staff ensure interoperability of data systems used for special programs with theDistrictseSchool-Plus student information management system and facilitate the movement of data between the systems to meet state and federal data reporting requirements

1. Manipulate and query database information in the areas ofspecialeducation

1. Assist campus and administrative staff to resolve system issues with special programs data processing programs and the student management system

1. Integrate databases from existing data sources to meet the access and reporting needs defined by theDistrictand site staff

1. Create accurate concise and timely reports for District andspecialeducation leadership using data related to enrollment attendance discipline registration scheduling grades special education bullying/ harassment school leavers dropouts and other related topics

1. Monitor databases for data accuracy and integrity for special programs reporting; manage and manipulate large amounts of data to generate charts graphs or reports using Structured Query Language (SQL) Microsoft Word Excel or Access

1. Review and analyze data submission reports for state TSDS/PEIMS and federal CRDC data submissions; troubleshoot errors and support end users in correcting errors preventing successful data submission; support re-submission processes

1. Remain current on state and federal laws through professional meetings conferences and reading professional materials to recommend required changes to software and data collection

1. Collaborate with vendors of existing systems to ensure data integrity and timely system updates

1. Collaborate with programmer/analysts and Help Desk advisors to provide accurate data as required or requested

1. Implement changes to existing systems as required by statute or as necessary to meet district needs

1. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Data Governance the ExecutiveDirectorof Performance Outcomesand Data or the Superintendent of Schools.

SUPERVISORYRESPONSIBILITIES:

None

WORKINGCONDITIONS:

MentalDemands/PhysicalDemands/EnvironmentalFactors:

Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem-solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making. Frequent in-district and occasional in-state or national travel.Occasionalprolonged and irregular hours.

Safety:ContributetothepreventionofaccidentsandinjuriesbyobservingsafetyrulesandDistrict policypracticingtheprinciplesandskillstaughtinsafetytrainingwearingpersonalprotectiveequipmentasrequiredreportinginjuriesandincidencesimmediatelytothesupervisorandbeing proactiveintheongoingeffortstoimproveandmaintainworkplacesafety.

TheinformationinthisjobdescriptionisforcompliancewiththeAmericanswithDisabilitiesAct(ADA). Precedingstatementsdescribethegeneralpurposeandresponsibilitiesassignedtothisjobandarenotanexhaustivelistofal .

Thisdocumentdescribesthegeneralpurposeandresponsibilitiesassignedtothisjob.Itisnotanexhaustive listofallresponsibilitiesanddutiesthatmaybeassignedorskillsthatmayberequired.

Required Experience:

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