Student Information Services (SIS) Lead

Lakeland Roman Catholic Separate School Division; Town of Bonnyville; Presencial; CAD 63.000 - 79.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Lakeland Catholic School Division in Bonnyville, Alberta, seeks a skilled SIS Lead to manage PowerSchool and related student information systems. You will develop reports, maintain data integrity, and provide technical support to schools across the division.

Reporting to the Manager of Information Technology, the role requires strong database skills, experience with Oracle/MS SQL, and the ability to train school staff in effective system use, ensuring reliable student data and compliance with

Formación

• Strong knowledge of relational databases (Oracle, MS SQL)
• Experience with PowerSchool or similar SIS
• Ability to develop and troubleshoot reports and queries
• Familiarity with Alberta Education reporting requirements
• Excellent communication and training skills

Responsabilidades

• Serve as the Division's primary technical resource for PowerSchool and related SIS
• Administer, maintain, and support SIS databases (Oracle/MS SQL)
• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot queries, scripts, and reports
• Coordinate annual system processes like year rollover and scheduling
• Design and generate reports and data extracts for operations and planning
• Lead SIS projects and system integrations

Conocimientos

SQL querying

PowerSchool

Database administration

Data integrity

Training staff

Communication

Educación

Post-secondary education in IT

Herramientas

PowerSchool

Oracle

MS SQL

Descripción del empleo

Put Your Technical Expertise to Work at Lakeland Catholic

Student Information Services (SIS) Lead
Lakeland Catholic School Division | Bonnyville, Alberta
Full-Time Position | Annual Salary: 63,144–78,633

At Lakeland Catholic, we believe every role contributes to student success. Guided by our Catholic faith and our commitment to Christ Our Model. Children Our Focus., we strive to create an environment where students and staff are supported in learning, growing, and achieving their potential.

We are seeking a skilled, resourceful, and service-oriented Student Information Services (SIS) Lead to support the administration, development, and ongoing improvement of our student information systems and related databases.

This specialized technical position plays a key role in managing PowerSchool, developing student reporting solutions, maintaining data integrity, and providing technical support to schools across the Division.

Reporting to the Manager of Information Technology , the SIS Lead works collaboratively with school administrators, teachers, administrative staff, and divisional personnel to ensure student information systems operate effectively and reliably.

Key Responsibilities

Student Information Systems and Database Administration

• Serve as the Division's primary technical resource for PowerSchool and associated student information applications.
• Administer, maintain, and support student information databases, including Oracle and Microsoft SQL environments.
• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot database queries, scripts, reports, and integrations with related applications.
• Manage and maintain accurate student information, including enrolment, attendance, scheduling, and academic records.
• Coordinate annual system processes, including school-year rollover, startup, scheduling, and system configuration.
• Identify and resolve complex system issues to support data accuracy, security, and reliable system performance.

Report Card Development and Provincial Reporting

• Design, develop, maintain, and troubleshoot customized student report cards and database-driven reporting templates.
• Support school administrators and teachers with grade reporting, report card generation, and related PowerSchool functions.
• Manage and support PASI integration, including student data submissions, reconciliation, and error resolution.
• Ensure student records and reporting processes align with Alberta Education requirements.
• Develop and generate reports and data extracts to support school operations and divisional decision-making.
• Lead enrollment verification audits.

Technical Support and Staff Training

• Serve as a primary point of contact for schools requiring assistance with PowerSchool and related student information applications.
• Respond to, investigate, and resolve SIS-related HelpDesk requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Develop and deliver training for school administrators, teachers, secretaries, and other staff to support effective system use.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and instructional resources.
• Coordinate with software vendors and external service providers to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions.

Systems Integration and Continuous Improvement

• Support the integration of PowerSchool and related student information applications with other divisional systems.
• Lead assigned SIS projects, including the development, implementation, and enhancement of technical solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve system functionality, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiency.
• Assess technical challenges and potential risks, recommending practical solutions.
• Collaborate with the Information Technology team on system integrations, troubleshooting, and related technical initiatives.
• Maintain a strong commitment to student data security, privacy, and confidentiality.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of relational database systems, including Oracle and Microsoft SQL.
• Strong skills in SQL querying, scripting, database development, data management, and reporting.
• Experience administering, maintaining, or providing advanced technical support for PowerSchool or a comparable student information system.
• Knowledge of database-driven reporting, report card development, system integrations, and technical troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with Alberta Education's PASI system and provincial student reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve complex technical issues.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities and critical deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts and provide training to individuals with varying levels of technical experience.
• The ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and collaborate effectively with school and divisional teams.
• A commitment to professional integrity, confidentiality, continuous learning, and the mission and values of Catholic education.

Post-secondary education in information technology, computer science, database administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, would be considered an asset.

Why Join Lakeland Catholic?

At Lakeland Catholic, you will be part of a collaborative and supportive team dedicated to excellence in Catholic education.

This position offers an opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a meaningful environment, working with dedicated professionals and supporting the systems that contribute to student success across our schools.

Position Details

• Location: St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic Education Centre, Bonnyville, Alberta
• Employment: Full-Time
• Annual Salary Range: 63,144 –78,633
• Reporting To: Manager of Information Technology

Employment Requirements

The successful applicant will be required to provide a recent criminal record check and vulnerable sector check. By submitting an application, applicants consent to Human Resources contacting previous employers for confidential reference checks, including employers not listed as references.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Lakeland Catholic School Division. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.