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IT Data Specialist

Rahway School District
On-site
New Jersey, United States
Data Specialist

  • Position Type:
      Non-Bargaining/IT Data Specialist

  • Date Posted:
      5/15/2025

  • Location:
      Central Office

  • Closing Date:
      Until Filled

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    TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  12-month Position, not part of any bargaining unit.

    REPORTS TO: IT Manager

     

    NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB:

     

    The role of the IT Data Specialist is to maintain all data utilized by the district for all reporting.  This includes but is not limited to the Student information system, employee evaluation system, and lesson plan system.  The role is to ensure the security of all data.  The role also provides assistance in exporting/importing data into various systems and providing support on the data and import/export of the data.  The role will also be responsible for all state reporting including but not limited to NJSMART.

     

    JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

     
    • Four years of experience with student database systems, preferably in a public school district

    • Experience importing and exporting data in a format usable and readable

    • Experience with disaster recovery and backing up and restoring of data.

    • Previous experience with Frontline software, the ASSA and CRDC reporting systems, and electronic data collection and retention systems 

    • Ability to design, develop, implement and evaluate data collection and reporting systems and procedures

    • Strong organization and analytical skills

    • Experience in planning and executing professional development.

    • Previous experience administering NJSMART, PowerSchool, Genesis (or similar system)

    • Thorough knowledge of Federal, State and local student information reporting requirements for both general and special education programs

    • Understanding of New Jersey school district operations.

     

    Employee Benefits Package:
    Full-time employees can enroll in medical and prescription benefits through the offerings of the School Employees' Health Benefit Program, and dental insurance (full-time paraprofessionals and security monitors are not eligible for dental coverage).

    Health Benefits: NJ School Employees' Health Benefits Program (Horizon or Aetna)
    Prescription Benefits: Optum Rx
    Dental Insurance: Delta Dental


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