Systems Analyst Ii - Full Time/12 Months - Technology Services

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job posting. Springfield Public Schools is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, including candidates who may come from less traditional professional backgrounds. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications outlined in the job posting. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

Posting Opens: Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Application Review Begins: Friday, August 19, 2022*

Contract Begins: As Soon As Possible (normally July 1)

• Submit your application materials by 7:00 p.m. Thursday, August 18, 2022 in order to be considered during the initial application review process.

Salary and Benefits

Salary begins at $73,069 to $87,836 depending on education/experience plus a generous benefit plan including stipends for TSA, Mileage and Cell Phone. This position works 12 months per year for eight (8) hours per day from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

About the District

Springfield Public Schools is located in Springfield, Oregon, in the heart of the Willamette Valley, and serves 185 square miles of the city of Springfield and East/Central Lane County. We are directly to the East of Eugene, where the University of Oregon is located. We currently have about 10,000 students, 1,410 staff members and over almost 700 teachers in our kindergarten through grade 12 school district. Springfield Public Schools believes student success is our most important outcome. The success of our students depends on the collective community coming together to support Every Student, Every Day throughout their K-12 education.

About the Position

Springfield Public Schools seeks outstanding candidates for a full time Systems Analyst II for our Technology Services Department. The Systems Analyst II is responsible for coordinating the implementation and ongoing management of the District’s student information system (SIS) and other related systems. The Systems Analyst II will be a member of the team to deliver and maintain appropriate system projects in support of District operations. The Systems Analyst II serves as the project contact, technical consultant, technical advisor, and project manager for the SIS and other related systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.

• Handles multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously; provides user-friendly technical support to clients
• Designs and codes programs using structured programming techniques
• Provides backup to the SIS User Support Specialist. Provides other cross-team support and backup support as needed
• Participates in technology team integration groups
• Conducts internal training sessions for Technology Services staff on new or enhanced solutions. Trains new staff on an as-needed basis
• Engages with administrators and users to understand systems requirements and to design a project plan. Uses techniques such as structured analysis, data modeling, and information engineering to evaluate user requests, estimate cost and timelines, and plan/implement the solution
• Maintains effective working relationships with other members of the Department as well as other District personnel and community members
• Prepares functional requirement documents, database design specifications, and visual prototypes, estimating time and effort to complete each item
• Designs, documents, and maintains Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) architecture for web sites, applications, and data collection
• Leads systems analysis and design for assigned projects
• Translates complex business requirements into extensible, scalable and maintainable applications; uses a system development life cycle to plan, develop and deliver applications. Manages projects and ensures timely and orderly execution of systems projects
• Develops custom reports and graphs to create table-based displays and interactive dashboards using business intelligence data analytic and visualization software, and visualization techniques to create, explore and analyze relational data and data cubes
• Performs research and analysis on systems or third-party applications, including programming; defines and recommends program methodology to be followed
• Maintains a broad understanding of the District’s software environment, and provides technical expertise when requested
• Prepares test data, conducts detailed program tests, and organizes parallel system tests. Manages the testing process and thoroughly tests code for all contingencies outlined in the requirements documentation. Maintains quality control protocols, procedures, and documentation ensuring data security, confidentiality, and integrity
• Represents the District and coordinates projects involving other districts, state agencies, and vendors. Serves as a member of project teams both internally and externally as necessary
• Prepares and maintains program control and runs documentation according to established procedures
• Monitors and tunes existing enterprise systems and provides complex issue resolution and user support

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Creative problem solving, diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Analytical and product management skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements
• Basic computer programming languages, operating systems, hardware and software applications utilized by the District
• Effective time management skills
• Enterprise-wide requirements definition and management systems and methodologies. Databases, schemas, SQL scripts, and database queries
• Software development lifecycle
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to prepare and present technical reports and recommendations to groups or individuals
• Knowledge of Student Information Systems (SIS) is recommended

MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in an appropriate discipline
• Must demonstrate the ability to write clear and concise documentation
• Must possess four years of system analysis experience or have four years combined post graduate education or certification and experience which would provide the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job related to system analysis work
• Must demonstrate an aptitude for computer programming, internal systems maintenance, database structures, and structure programming practices and techniques
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Must read, understand, and follow multi-step written and verbal instructions in English

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
In order to apply, you must register and submit your application electronically through TalentEd Recruit & Hire. (See our website: www.springfield.k12.or.us/jobs.) Please include all required documentation in your application; incomplete applications will not be considered. A complete application includes the following:

• Complete application form including criminal history, drug-screen consent and affirmative action information
• Current resume’
• Complete set of college/university graduate transcripts (official or unofficial; if hired official transcripts are required)
• Three current letters of recommendation from persons qualified to comment on your skills, abilities and/or preparation for the position

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender or sexual orientation in admission or access to the treatment of employment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law. If you have any complaints, please contact Human Resources at (541) 726-3203.

It is our policy to provide qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with applicable law. Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference must provide the following military documents verifying their eligibility:

Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge OR a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs indicating the applicant receives a non-service connected pension.

Disabled Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge AND a copy of the applicants veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (unless the information is included on the DD Form 214 or 215).

For veterans' preference to apply, the required military documents must be submitted at the time of application submission.

COVID-19 Vaccination Information

On August 19th, 2021, Gov. Kate Brown announced that all Oregon K-12 educators, staff and volunteers will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by October 18th, 2021. Exceptions to this requirement are limited to Medical or Religious exemptions. All persons newly hired for employment by Springfield Public Schools must provide proof of full vaccination prior to starting work.

For more information, contact Springfield Public Schools at:

640 A Street • Springfield • OR 97477 • Phone: 541-726-3203 • FAX: 541-726-3315