University Laboratory School Database and Student Information System Manager

Louisiana State University; Perryton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, life, dental, and vision保险

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement options

Leave options

Paid holidays

Wellness benefits

Tuition exemption

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Louisiana State University is seeking a University Laboratory School Database and Student Information Systems Manager to oversee the SIS, student records, calendars, and grading systems at the University Laboratory School. The role encompasses system configuration, updates, and vendor coordination to ensure accurate data and smooth school operations.

This position focuses on data integrity, reporting, and user training, with responsibilities shipping across data management, system integration,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Educational Technology or related field required.
• Three to five years of experience in SIS/database management or related field preferred.
• Master's degree and K-12 or Higher Education experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary administrator for the University Laboratory School SIS and related data applications; configure and maintain student records, calendars, grades, attendance, schedules, transcripts, programs, and workflows.
• Manage system updates, vendor communications, data integration, and data quality control; document procedures and standards.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and data extracts to support enrollment, academic performance, and compliance; train staff and create user guides.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Educational Technology or related field

Master's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Management, Educational Technology or related field

Job description

Job Posting Title:

University Laboratory School Database and Student Information System Manager

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSU System ULS - Educational Technology & Innovation (Nikole C Blanchard (00071364))

Work Location:

0106 Lab High School

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

University Laboratory School

Database and Student Information Systems Manager

Job Responsibilities:

35% Student Information System Administration

Serve as the primary administrator and subject-matter expert for the University Laboratory School Student Information System (SIS) and associated data applications; Configure and maintain student records, enrollment structures, calendars, grading systems, attendance, schedules, transcripts, programs, permissions, workflows, and other SIS functionality; Manage system updates, releases, patches, configuration changes, and vendor communications; Evaluate new SIS features and recommend enhancements that improve school operations and user experience; Maintain system documentation, configuration standards, procedures, and data dictionaries; Provide technical and functional support to SIS users;Train administrators, teachers, counselors, and other staff on SIS functionality and data procedures; Develop user guides, quick‑reference materials, FAQs, and training resources; Identify recurring support issues and implement solutions that reduce errors and improve efficiency; Serve as a liaison between users, technology staff, and SIS vendor.

35% Data Integrity & Database Management

Establish and monitor procedures that ensure student and school data are accurate, complete, consistent, and timely; Develop data‑validation processes, audits, exception reports, and reconciliation procedures; Investigate and resolve data‑quality issues and discrepancies; Manage data imports, exports, bulk updates, and database maintenance activities; Establish appropriate standards for data ownership, definitions, retention, and lifecycle management; Support data conversion and migration projects when systems are implemented, replaced, or upgraded; Manage integrations between the SIS and other systems, such as learning management systems, assessment platforms, food services, and identity‑management systems;Monitor automated data exchanges and resolve failed or inaccurate transactions; Work with vendors and internal technical staff to troubleshoot APIs, interfaces, data feeds, and file transfers; Document integration requirements, dependencies, and procedures.

20% Reporting and Data Analytics
Develop, maintain, and distribute operational, administrative, instructional, and athletic compliance and eligibility reports; Create dashboards and data extracts to support enrollment, attendance, academic performance, staffing, scheduling, and other school needs; Translate stakeholder requirements into reliable reports and actionable data solutions; Manage the submission of all state, federal, accreditation, and other required reporting; Ensure reports use consistent definitions and validated data.

10% Other Duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Educational Technology or related field

Three to five years of experience

LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply- a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Management, Educational Technology or related field

5+ years of experience

K-12 School or Higher Education environment

Posting Date:

August 27, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

December 23, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

• health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement options
• various leave options
• paid holidays
• wellness benefits
• tuition exemption for qualified positions
• training and development opportunities
• employee discounts
• and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.