Data Specialist

Splendora Independent School District; Splendora (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Splendora Independent School District is seeking a Data Specialist at Splendora High School to provide accurate student data and records support. The role involves data entry, PEIMS data accuracy, enrollment processes, transcript handling, and maintaining confidential student records in line with district and state requirements.

Responsibilities include maintaining student demographic and academic information, assisting with grading and reporting, and generating data reports for campus

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred.
• Experience with clerical/data entry and records management preferred.
• Experience with student information systems, PEIMS data, enrollment or student records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Input and maintain student information in district systems as requested by Registrar/c campus staff.
• Assist with PEIMS reporting and data accuracy for district/state requirements.
• Maintain confidential, auditable student records and ensure timely data updates.
• Assist with transcript requests, enrollment verifications, and grade posting.
• Respond to information requests from students, parents, staff, and authorized entities.

Skills

Data entry

Records management

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or college coursework preferred

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Student Information Systems

Job description

Job Title: Data Specialist, Splendora High School

Primary Purpose

Provide accurate and efficient student data and records support for the high school campus. Assist the Registrar, counselors, and campus administration with student enrollment, records management, data entry and verification, PEIMS data accuracy, grade and transcript processes, and required campus and district reporting. Maintain accurate, confidential, and auditable student records in accordance with district procedures and state requirements.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate degree or additional college coursework preferred

Experience

• Experience in clerical, data entry, records management, school office, or related work preferred
• Experience working with student information systems, PEIMS data, enrollment, or student records preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of general office procedures and records management
• Ability to accurately enter, maintain, verify, and retrieve student data
• Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
• Ability to learn and apply PEIMS, student enrollment, records, and reporting requirements
• Ability to use student information systems, spreadsheets, databases, and other district technology applications
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet established deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and personnel information
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills and ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff, and the public
• Ability to follow established procedures and work independently with limited supervision

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional and Program Management

• Input and maintain student information in district student information systems as requested by the Registrar, counselors, campus administration, or other designated staff.
• Assist the Registrar in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of student data used for PEIMS and other required district and state reporting.
• Maintain accurate student demographic, enrollment, program, and academic information within the student information system.
• Review and verify required online enrollment and registration records for accuracy and completeness and assist with resolving missing or conflicting information.
• Verify student data and make appropriate corrections in accordance with established district procedures.
• Assist with processing new student enrollments, withdrawals, and transfers, including obtaining required documentation and accurately entering information into district systems.
• Maintain accurate records of student enrollment and withdrawal dates, withdrawal reasons, transfer information, and other required documentation.
• Assist in maintaining, updating, and securing permanent student records, including creating records for new students and obtaining records and grades from previous schools.
• Assist with posting and verifying student grades, credits, GPA, student rank, transfer grades, summer school grades, credit by examination, dual credit, and other approved academic records.
• Assist the Registrar with reviewing incoming student records and transcripts and accurately entering approved course, grade, and credit information into the student information system.
• Assist with transcript preparation, transcript requests, student records requests, enrollment verifications, and other student records documentation.
• Maintain and update student course history and academic history records as directed by the Registrar.
• Assist with grade reporting processes, including progress reports, report cards, grade verification, grade corrections, failure reports, eligibility reports, class rosters, and other academic reports.
• Identify and assist with resolving student data errors, discrepancies, and incomplete records prior to district and state reporting deadlines.
• Maintain organized and auditable documentation related to student enrollment, grades, credits, programs, and other assigned student data.
• Assist with verifying required student documentation and ensuring appropriate staff have reviewed and approved data associated with special programs, when applicable.
• Generate student data reports, lists, rosters, enrollment reports, academic reports, and other information requested by the Registrar, counselors, or campus administration.
• Support campus administration with designated district, state, accountability, enrollment, academic, and student information reports as needed.
• Assist with maintaining records and documentation related to graduation, including graduation status information, final student records, and other required documentation as assigned.
• Assist with maintaining documentation associated with student guardianship, residency, transfers, and other enrollment requirements.
• Assist with the retention, organization, storage, retrieval, and disposition of student records in accordance with district records management procedures.
• Respond professionally to requests for student information from parents, students, former students, campuses, colleges, and other authorized entities in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate discretion when handling student, personnel, and other sensitive information.
• Attend required district training, data services meetings, PEIMS updates, and other professional learning related to assigned responsibilities.
• Research district policy, procedures, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action when clarification is needed.
• Participate as an effective team member who contributes to campus, department, and district goals.
• Demonstrate proficient use of district technology applications, student information systems, electronic records systems, spreadsheets, and other software required to perform assigned duties.
• Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities and multiple deadlines.
• Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, trainings, and meetings.
• Meet task completion deadlines established by the supervisor.
• Maintain friendly, customer-service-driven interactions with students, parents, staff, administrators, and other stakeholders.
• Work cooperatively with the Registrar, counselors, campus administration, district departments, and other staff to ensure campus and district goals are met.
• Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication, including email, written, verbal, and telephone communication.
• Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used

Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture

Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion

Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting

Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment

May work prolonged or irregular hours

Mental Demands

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Note

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Other Information

The District contributes$330 per monthtowardthe cost of employee-only health insurance, which is $105 more than the state-required amount of $225/month. All employees in this position receive free treatment at any Next Level Urgent Care.