Systems Specialist

Sturgeon Public School Division is currently seeking a qualified full-time temporary Systems Specialist, for a work assignment at our Morinville Central Office.

Reporting to the Student Information Systems Coordinator, the Systems Specialist role involves a diverse mix of data integrity procedures, systems development, and process improvement reflecting the Division-wide scope of our customers. The Systems Specialist implements key business initiatives, including the maintenance of confidential information and provides basic user support. The Systems Specialist applies system-thinking, business acumen and experience within the Public Education sector to ensure a secure, reliable, robust digital environment.

FTE: 1.0 FTE; 7.0 hrs/day; Monday to Friday; Full-Time Temporary

**Initial Assignment**:
The Systems Specialist must carry out professional responsibilities and provide services in accordance with the Sturgeon School Division’s policies, ensuring that these activities are within the limits of their knowledge, experience and skill. The Systems Specialist is responsible for working with staff and external vendors. Duties of this role include but are not limited to:
Student Information System and Integrated Applications
- Supporting staff through quality assurance, delivering appropriate training, resolving tier 1 issues, communicating and liaising with stakeholders
- Executing service and systems improvements that create benefits for stakeholders and generate financial benefits for the Division
- Monitor system alignment regarding good practices of data security and the protection of privacy in alignment with provincial and federal legislation, policy and guidelines (i.e. Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act)
- Other related duties as assigned

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- Post-secondary education in a related discipline
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Powerschool Student Information System
- Knowledge of
- Oracle, SQL query, scripting and Powerschool reporting skills
- internal controls and risk management
- Experience with Google Suite of Applications for Education or Business
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of Products
- Excellent organizational, planning and project management skills
- The ability to take initiative and work independently with mínimal supervision
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication
- Excellent team and customer service skills
- The following additional skills would be an asset:

- School business or system management experience
- Process improvement, project management, systems support/super-user experience
- Change management/change agent experience
- Previous Student Information System experience
- Project Management (PMP) Certification or Training
- SchoolMessenger Data Administration

Equivalencies that consist of a combination of education, knowledge, skills and abilities to formal education requirements may be considered.

**ABOUT STURGEON PUBLIC SCHOOLS**

**Sturgeon Public Schools** prides itself on doing things a little differently. Our schools are special places, where an open and collaborative relationship with parents and the rural community enhances the quality of our education and sees our students thrive. We support the entire individual, providing diverse specialty programming that inspires and develops each student, while maintaining caring schools that make our youth feel safe, secure, and accepted.

With a strong focus on literacy and a willingness to embrace technology to support learning - our unique approach to education equips students with the right skills, knowledge, and characteristics to succeed in the 21st century.

Please note that all new employees to Sturgeon Public Schools are required to provide a recent (6 months current) Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector included prior to the commencement of employment (from your local RCMP station).

Pay: $4,100.00-$5,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-11-28
Expected start date: 2024-12-09