SIS Data Specialist Job Dayton area,Texas USA,Administrative/Clerical

SIS Data Specialist

Dayton Independent School District Administrative Office - Dayton, Texas

Job Details

Job : 5613761
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Mar 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

Serve as the district’s main point of contact for Student Information Systems (SIS) operations, functionality and data services. Maintain the day-to-day Skyward system management, provide technical support and troubleshooting across campuses. Lead district training initiatives, develop user documentation, and promote consistent, accurate, and effective use of district data systems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education / Certification

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge / Skills

Strong knowledge of district’s student information system (SIS) software, Skyward SMS
Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
Ability to maintain confidentiality of student data and district information
Proficiency in the use of computers and software to develop documents, spreadsheets and presentations (Microsoft Office and Google products)
Ability to develop and maintain technical and training documentation
Proficient typing, keyboarding and file maintenance skills
Ability to meet established deadlines
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to set priorities, handle multiple assignments, and make competent decisions
Ability to identify an issue and implement a problem-solving approach effectively
Ability to extract data and information from various sources and combine into usable formats

Experience

Three years of experience in a campus or district-level administrative support position with knowledge about collecting and entering data
Three years of technical experience using computer systems

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Records, Reports:
Build the import and export templates and manage the exchange of data between the district’s SIS and the other district programs.

Collaborate with campus and district staff to collect, organize, and format data required to submit SIS data to other systems.

Participate in available training opportunities to enhance understanding and skills in effectively utilizing and managing the district’s SIS.

Provide support to families using the SIS parent portal.

Configure automatic emails and notifications.

Configure and maintain calendar tracks.

Configure and maintain enrollment and registration modules.

Configure and maintain grading, attendance and scheduling setup.

Complete annual rollover of the district’s SIS.

Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders: students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.

Produce reports for district and campus administrators as needed/requested.

Training and Technical Support:
Develop and maintain user technical and training documentation.

Provide training for all SIS modules to district, campus and department personnel.

Provide guidance and support to all SIS users at the district, campus and department levels.

Develop needed professional skills appropriate to job assignments.

Other

Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior and serve as a role model for district staff.
Compile, maintain and file all physical and computerized reports, records and other documents required for possible future reference.
Maintain a good rapport with campus/district staff and project a cooperative and positive attitude.
Attend meetings and training opportunities related to student information system software, user creation, maintenance systems and protocols, district/campus software programs, and/or TSDS/PEIMS.
Maintain a working knowledge of PEIMS requirements and rules with an understanding that changes continually occur.
Stay abreast of the annual version of the SAAH (Student Attendance Accounting Handbook) and the TEDS (Texas Education Data Standards).
Monitor the email address and forward messages to the correct parties.
Maintain confidentiality of information.
Exemplary attendance is an essential job function.
Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

Standard office equipment

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Work with frequent interruptions
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $22.15 to $26.59 12 Month

Job Requirements Contact Information

Amy Ripkowski, Director of Student Information Systems
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
Email:

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