Student Management Systems Administrator

With 53 schools, over 25,000 students and more than 4,500 employees, the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB) is an education community bound together by our beliefs. Our facilities are located in some of the most beautiful natural settings in the province. Our Board encompasses a large and dynamic mixture of urban centers, small towns and rural areas throughout Central Ontario. We offer excellent programs, resources and supports so that students are provided with every opportunity to reach their future goals and aspirations. Our school district is still the home of many First Nations, Métis and Inuit people from across Turtle Island and we are grateful to have the opportunity to work together as part of a new relationship on this territory.

Student Management Systems Administrator

Open To: Open Competition

Job Location: Catholic Education Centre, 46 Alliance Blvd., Barrie, Ontario

Position Type / Hours: Full-Time Permanent. Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, 35 hours weekly, plus overtime as required.

Annual Compensation: $76,296 to $95,677 commensurate with education, skills and experience.

The Student Management Systems Administrator is responsible for planning, coordinating, organizing, administering, and controlling Board Student Management System including database definition, protection, and documentation, enabling the achievement of Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board’s vision and mission.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

1. Legal and/or Legislative Compliance: Ensure compliance with Ministry of Education regulations for data collection and reporting, and collaborate with school staff to maintain accurate and timely submissions.
2. Coordinating the Student Management System Operations: Oversee daily operations of the Student Management System, ensuring system stability, maintenance, and prompt issue resolution.
3. Acting as a Subject Matter Expert: Provide expert advice on data stewardship, Ministry reporting requirements, and student information tracking, ensuring accurate and timely data reporting.
4. Monitoring Data Quality and Accuracy: Ensure student data accuracy through regular checks, audits, and validation procedures, and provide guidance on best practices for data entry.
5. Project Management: Develop project plans and timelines for implementing new or modified technology, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure smooth execution.
6. Providing Training and Support to School Staff: Develop and implement training programs to ensure school staff are proficient in using the Student Management System.
7. Customizing and Configuring the System: Work with stakeholders to configure and customize the Student Management System to meet changing requirements.
8. Other Duties: Participate in additional activities such as developing documentation, leading training sessions, and ensuring system security as required.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

The successful candidate will bring the following skills and experiences to the role:

1. 3 year college diploma or university degree in computer science, information systems, or related field plus relevant ongoing education and applicable certifications.
2. 5 years related experience in applications support, data and database systems administration, preferably in an education environment.

Interested candidates must forward, in confidence, a cover letter, resume and supporting documentation by April 28, 2025 at 12:00pm. Please quote job posting number 160-2425 in the subject line.

Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process upon request.

Accommodation queries should be directed to the Human Resources Department at 705-722-3555 ext 263.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, new employees to SMCDSB are required, by legislation, to submit a satisfactory Criminal Background Check and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC).

The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board is deeply committed to promoting Truth, Reconciliation and the rights of Indigenous peoples, Human Rights, Equity and Anti-Racism, and the elimination of Oppressive Practices, in our schools, our workplace and in the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all individuals including those with varied lived experiences that can contribute to the diversification of the workforce at the SMCDSB.

THE BOARD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER