Enterprise Application Specialist - Department of Technology

Albemarle County Public Schools•Charlottesville, VA

17h

About The Position

Enterprise Application Specialist Department of Technology Full-Time, 12 months/year VRS-Eligible, Benefits-Eligible The Albemarle County Public Schools Department of Technology is actively recruiting a Enterprise Application Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will perform a variety of professional and administrative functions related to the development, implementation and support of School division’s Enterprise applications (including Student Information Systems, Human Resources Information Systems, Learning Management Systems, Instructional Management Systems, and other enterprise level applications). Enables division staff to effectively use applications by providing support, guidance, and training. ACPS employees enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more! Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools .

Requirements

Demonstrates knowledge of principles, concepts, and methods of applicable computer technology and its most effective and efficient utilization to support the functions of the assigned organization or clientele
Strong analytical ability
Ability to develop and design reports and manage data
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Must exercise good judgment
Must have the ability to react to immediate changes in work priorities
Requires excellent interpersonal and diagnostic skills
Must work well independently and as part of a team
Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience
A valid VA driver’s license is required
Proficiency in typical office applications, especially spreadsheets is required

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL), SFTP, API and database management is desired
Experience with the PowerSchool student information system is preferred

Responsibilities

Supports Data Information Systems including operations and underlying technologies
Supports data access and application use for all Educational Information Systems as part of a support team
Assists in scheduling and coordinating the transfer of data into other systems for the purpose of system interfaces and ensuring the district’s compliance with various reporting requirements
Works in conjunction with the Assistant Director for Enterprise Applications & Web Services to review and develop reporting strategies and data relationships
Queries and analyzes data to assist in making district decisions
Supports teachers, administrators and support staff by providing assistance with data analysis, data structures and related skills development
Develops, publishes, and maintains user manuals and documentation manuals that promote proper and efficient use of Information Systems and ensures availability to district users
Troubleshoots hardware, software and network problems throughout the district’s information network
Installs software as per district procedures and vendor licensing agreements
Previews and evaluates new hardware and software
Supports teachers, administrators and support staff by providing building-level, department-level and individual assistance with procedural, hardware and software issues and skills development
Designs and conducts face-to-face and virtual professional development sessions
Represents the department at division-level and school-level meetings
Supports legacy systems as needed or necessary
Performs various other duties as required