DATA COORDINATOR

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Special School District seeks a Data Coordinator to oversee district-wide data collection, integrity, analysis, and reporting to support instructional improvement and compliance. The role ensures secure data systems, collaborates with instructional, administrative, and IT teams, and maintains alignment with state laws and district policies.

A bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in data analytics are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or higher in a related field.
• 35 years in data management, reporting, or analytics.
• Experience with student information systems such as JCampus, EdLink, eScholar, SER, STS/LEADS, FTP.
• Knowledge of data privacy laws and best practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage district data systems for accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
• Develop and enforce data governance standards, procedures, and documentation.
• Monitor data quality and conduct regular audits to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Design, generate, and maintain reports and dashboards for leadership, schools, and departments.
• Support accountability, accreditation, and program evaluation efforts.
• Serve as a primary administrator for SIS (JCampus, EdLink, eScholar, STS/LEADS, SER, FTP).
• Collaborate with IT and various departments; provide staff training on data systems.
• Ensure FERPA compliance and manage user access and permissions.
• Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and initiative in duties.

Skills

Data management

Reporting & analytics

Spreadsheets

Databases

Reporting tools

Data privacy

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelors degree or higher

Tools

JCampus

EdLink

eScholar

SER

STS/LEADS

FTP

Job description

LOUISIANA SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.

The Louisiana Special Schools are experiencing a critical shortage of certified teachers, school counselors, interpreters and educators of the Deaf or hard of hearing and Visually Impaired.

The LA SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking applicants for

DATA COORDINATOR

This position will be located at the SSD / Accountability and Assessment

Position #50619448

This is an Unclassified - Exempt Position

The Data Coordinator oversees the collection, integrity, analysis, and reporting of district-wide data to support instructional improvement, operational efficiency, compliance, and strategic decision-making. This role ensures accurate, timely, and secure data systems while collaborating with instructional, administrative, and technical teams across the district.

This position will ensure compliance with all state and federal laws, LDOE, and LASSD policies and procedures. The Louisiana Special Schools do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in our programs and activities, and we provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination may be referred to Human Resources Director.

RELEASE OF ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION INFORMATION: La. R.S. 17:3884(D) requires that any school board wishing to hire a person who has been assessed or evaluated pursuant to the Children First Act, La. R.S. 17:3871, et seq., whether that person is already employed by that school system or not, shall request such person's assessment and evaluation results as part of the application process. Please be advised that, as part of the mandated process, your previous assessment and evaluation results will be requested. You have the opportunity to apply, review the information received, and provide any response or information you deem appropriate.

Physical Activity Level

Some work is performed in physically comfortable positions with little or light physical effort, and some work requires moderate effort. Lifting thirty to forty pounds may be required and brief periods of heavy muscular exertion may be required. Interpreting/ and transliterating require extended use of the upper body muscles and fine motor movements of the hands. Physical requirements are subject to reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, in Data Analytics, Information Systems, Education, Statistics, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in data management, reporting, or analytics (K–12 or public sector preferred).
• Strong proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and reporting tools.
• Experience working with student or/or staff information systems such as JCampus, EdLink, eScholar, SER, STS/LEADS, FTP preferred.
• Knowledge of data privacy laws and best practices.
• Good interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

See Job Duties & Other Information below.

Programmatic Responsibilities

Data Governance & Integrity

• Manage district data systems to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability across departments.
• Develop and enforce data governance standards, procedures, and documentation.
• Monitor data quality and conduct regular audits to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local data reporting requirements.

Reporting & Analytics

• Design, generate, and maintain reports and dashboards for leadership, schools, and departments.
• Support accountability, accreditation, and program evaluation efforts.
• Respond to internal and external data requests in a timely manner.

Systems & Tools

• Serve as a primary administrator Student Information System (SIS), JCampus, EdLink, eScholar, STS/LEADS, SER, FTP, and related data platforms.
• Collaborate with IT to support data integrations, system upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain documentation for data processes, definitions, and workflows.

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with departments such as Special Education, Assessment, Curriculum, Finance, Human Resources, and Technology.
• Provide training and technical assistance to staff on data systems, reports, and best practices.
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable information for non-technical audiences.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure data privacy and security in accordance with FERPA and district policies.
  • Manage user access and permissions for data systems.
  • Support audits and compliance reviews related to data reporting.

Professional Conduct

• Demonstrate reliability and punctuality in attendance and in meeting obligations.
• Exhibit professional ethics.
• Exhibit initiative, works independently, recognize and follow established communication channels.
• Exhibit willingness to accept and use suggestions for improvement.
• Use time effectively.
• May be required to develop and implement a Professional Growth Plan in consultation with the designated supervisor.
• May be required to complete a self-evaluation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.