DATA AND APPLICATION SERVICES MANAGER

Northwest Suburban Special Education Organization; Wheeling Township (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Suburban Special Education Organization is seeking a Data and Application Services Manager to design, develop, and manage the district's data infrastructure for analysis and reporting. You will implement data policies, SOPs, and ensure security across student and staff data.

The role collaborates with the Technology Coordinator and Network Administrator on initiatives, supports software adoption, and develops data solutions for state and local assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics or equivalent experience.
• Experience and expertise in database management, design and implementation.
• Knowledge of Access Database, SQL and Google Data Studio preferred.
• Strong Excel skills/Google Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Build, coordinate, manage, support, and monitor all district databases and applications to ensure efficient operations.
• Coordinate NSSEO child count and the SIS database.
• Modify existing databases and database management systems as needed.
• Set up and coordinate databases for state and local assessments (IAR, ISA, DLM, ACCESS, PSAT, SAT, NWEA, KIDS, FastBridge, and others).
• Ensure data is uploaded and communicated to resident districts to meet reporting timelines.
• Ensure data security measures are established and enacted to protect student and staff data.
• Support adoption and rollout of new software within the District, including SIS integration.
• Provide ongoing support and technical assistance to NSSEO staff on databases and applications.

Skills

Excel

Google Sheets

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Database design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics or equivalent experience

Tools

Access Database

SQL

Google Data Studio

Job description

• Position Type: Technology/ DATA AND APPLICATION SERVICES MANAGER
• Date Posted: 8/5/2026
• Location: Central Office
• Date Available: 11/16/2026
• Closing Date: UNTIL FILLED

GENERAL INFORMATION

Title ...............................................................Data and Application Services Manager
Licensure ......................................................No License Required
Endorsement ................................................No Endorsements Required
Classification ................................................Classified - 12 month - 262 days
FLSA Status .................................................Non Exempt
Reports to ....................................................Technology Coordinator
Salary Classification ....................................$27.41 - $40.32 / hour - contingent on qualifications and experience
Reviewed/Revised .......................................8/2026

PURPOSE

The Manager for Data and Application Services is responsible for designing, developing, and modifying the data management infrastructure to expedite data analysis and reporting for NSSEO. The Manager will implement policies and guidelines for data management and develop standard operating procedures for data handling and archiving.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Build, coordinate, manage, support, and monitor all district databases and applications, including student information, food services, transportation, IEP management, assessment, and related systems, to ensure efficient operations.
• Coordinate NSSEO child count and the SIS database.
• Modify existing databases and database management systems as needed.
• Set up and coordinate databases for state and local assessments, including but not limited to IAR, ISA, DLM, ACCESS, PSAT, SAT, NWEA, KIDS, FastBridge, and others.
• Ensure necessary data is uploaded and/or communicated to resident school districts to meet required reporting tasks and ISBE reporting timelines.
• Ensure appropriate data security measures are established and enacted to protect student and staff data.
• Support the adoption and rollout of new software or applications within the District, including integration with the SIS and other existing data sources.
• Provide ongoing support and technical assistance to NSSEO staff on the use of databases and applications supporting district, state, and federal requirements.
• Collaborate with the Technology Coordinator and Network Administrator on existing and new initiatives, planning efforts, and decisions that impact data and technology services.
• Assist with setup, data management, and report design
• Facilitate an office atmosphere of collaboration, positive communication, and excellent customer service to programs and staff.
• Assume responsibility for special projects as assigned.
• Support NSSEO policy, NSSEO and Governing Board goals and objectives, and The School Code of Illinois.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the program
• Facilitate an office atmosphere of service, competence and congeniality.
• Support NSSEO policy, NSSEO, and governing board goals and objectives, and The School Code of Illinois.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• NSSEO Central Office professional work environment
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the upper extremity physical capabilities reaching, handling, and/or fine motor dexterity are consistently required
• To perform the physically demanding job functions, strength and/or endurance for lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling are occasionally required
• To perform the most physically demanding job functions, the physical capabilities of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling is seldomly required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics or equivalent experience
• Experience and expertise in database management, design and implementation
• Knowledge of Access Database, SQL, Google Data Studio preferred
• Strong Excel skills/Google Sheets Skills
• Strong project management and analytical skills
• Ability to make decisions and problem solve in accordance with established procedures
• Ability to adapt to changing processes and technologies
• Ability to read, write, analyze and interpret directions and communicate effectively with students and staff
• Familiarity with online platforms such as TeacherEase, ParentSquare, IWAS, Tyler IV, and EmbraceIEP is preferred