Programmer Analyst - Permanent (internal/external)

Sudbury Catholic District School Board; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sudbury Catholic District School Board is seeking a Programmer Analyst to join our team in Ontario. This permanent full-time role focuses on ensuring reliable operation of corporate systems such as HRP, SIS and Finance, while supporting data integration with third-party systems.

Responsibilities include data administration, analysis, and developing innovative programming solutions using Excel, PowerBI and SharePoint Online. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-year College diploma in Computer Science, Software Development, Database development & administration, or a related field.
• Four years of work-related experience in enterprise level application, programming and database design, development and maintenance.
• Experience working in a school board environment and knowledge of education-sector information systems, applications, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the effective and reliable operation of corporate systems (e.g. HRP, Finance, SIS) and interfaces with 3rd party systems, including data synchronization between systems.
• Administers and manages corporate and student data (SIS, HRP, Finance), analyzes data, and provides BI insights.
• Performs data analysis and data migration/integration including 3rd party systems.
• Researches, designs, and develops programming solutions using tools like Excel and PowerBI to meet identified needs.
• Provides technical support for various systems (Web server, SharePoint, Office 365 apps) and assists end-users.
• Administers SharePoint Online and Microsoft Purview for records management as per retention schedules.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

College diploma in Computer Science / Software Development / Database development & administration

Tools

Excel

PowerBI

SharePoint Online

Microsoft Purview

Office 365

Job description

Programmer Analyst

Permanent Full Time (35 hours weekly)

Our School Board is host to and celebrates diverse cultures and is comprised of dedicated staff committed to high-quality education that inspires and promotes lifelong learning. The Board is currently seeking a Programmer Analyst to join our dynamic team.

Essential Qualifications

Education / Certification

3-year College diploma in Computer Science, Software Development, Database development & administration, or a related field.

Experience Required

Four years of work-related experience in enterprise level application, programming and database design, development and maintenance.

Preferred Experience / Qualifications

Experience working in a school board environment and demonstrated knowledge of education-sector information systems, applications, and processes.

Key Activities

• Participates (under the functional guidance of the Senior Programmer Analyst) in the effective and reliable operation of corporate systems (e.g. HRP, Finance, Student Information System), as well as the interfaces between them and 3rd party systems/solutions, including data synchronization between HRP, student information system (SIS), email and Active Directory systems.
• Participates in the administration and management of corporate and student data (SIS, HRP, Finance, etc), including analyzing, aggregating information from various sources, and providing insight into relevant business intelligence gleaned for those information sources.
• Perform data analysis and manipulation to meet system needs, as well as migration and integration of corporate data & systems, including 3rd party systems.
• Research, suggest and design/develop innovative and effective programming solutions (using a variety of tools and/or software such as Excel, PowerBI etc.) to meet identified needs.
• Provide technical support for various systems (e.g. Web server, In-house custom systems, Office 365 applications, Sharepoint, Teams, Exchange Online, etc) as well as assist in technical support for end-users.
• Administers SharePoint Online, including the creation and configuration of sites and the design and maintenance of the underlying information architecture (document libraries, content types, site columns and metadata), and administers Microsoft Purview to automate the retention and disposition of the Board's records in accordance with the approved records retention schedule.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, especially in relation to providing support in the implementation, operation and maintenance of student information, financial, and HRP systems (both on-premise and 3rd party services).
• Strong technical coding and scripting skills to develop, modify, and maintain programs and automated solutions that support business and application requirements.
• Working knowledge of building and troubleshooting SQL queries and Linus systems.
• Strong SharePoint administration skills, including site creation and configuration and the design of information architecture (document libraries, content types and site columns) to support consistent classification, retention and disposition of records.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to demonstrate and explain general and complex system and information topics, policies, and practices. Ability to respond in a reasonable manner to inquiries from other departments, various ministries, and Board partners. Skill is required in adapting the format and content of communication for audiences with varying ranges of technical sophistication. Ability to actively listen and respond to the needs of the end user through consultation and to express a clear understanding of the requirement.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to provide accurate and timely information while managing multiple conflicting deadlines.

Our board is committed to providing safe environments for our students and staff. Should you receive an offer of employment will include the requirement to submit an acceptable Police Record Vulnerable Sector Check , and completion of the Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps Training (on-line) prior to the commencement of any employment duties.

As part of its commitment to equity, diversity and inclusivity, the Sudbury Catholic District School Board is committed to building a diverse and qualified workforce which reflects and serves the needs of its students and its communities, and supports the mission, vision and values of the Board.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is being collected under the authority of the Education Act and will be used for employee recruitment and selection purposes. For questions about this collection of information please contact Human Resources Services at [phone].

If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, or if you have questions about this collection of information, please contact Human Resources Services at [phone].

Thank you for your interest in Sudbury Catholic Schools.

Mission: To realize each student’s potential within our inclusive Catholic learning communityby nurturing and developing their mind, body and spirit.

Vision: Leaders in Learning and Faith