Systems Analyst

Systems Analyst

Fort Smith Public Schools ROGERS CENTER - FORT SMITH, Arkansas

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Job : 5696722

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

POSITION TITLE: Systems Analyst

FLSA: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Information Systems

CONTRACT DAYS: A full contract for this position is 240 days, with benefits as specified in employee contract. Contract will be prorated based on actual start date.

• Bachelor’s degree at an accredited university in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Engineering or relevant field.
• Must have training in relational database design and an in-depth understanding of SQL programming language, database management systems, and scripting.
• Experience or training in working with databases, reporting/analytics, or programming.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, data visualization, and data queries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with a problem-solving mindset.
• Experience in serving as a liaison between business units, technology teams, and various departments.
• Excellent customer service skills.

• We will always put student needs first.
• We believe relationships matter.
• We expect accountability.
• We operate with transparency.
• We prioritize student and staff safety.

• Develop, update, and manage reporting solutions to meet district, state, and federal needs.
• Design and generate complex reports proactively and upon request.
• Design, implement, and maintain integrations between various data sources and systems.
• Manage projects independently from start to finish, including planning, execution, and evaluation, ensuring timelines are met.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, taking full ownership of projects from start to finish, including problem-solving, decision-making, and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Lead and coordinate cross-departmental collaborations for projects and system improvements, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and informed.
• Serve as a liaison between departments, ensuring clear communication and technical understanding.
• Translate stakeholder needs into technical solutions and reporting deliverables.
• Train end users on new tools, reports, and data processes as needed.
• Write and maintain scripts for data processing, integration, and reporting.
• Automate reporting processes and data workflows to improve efficiency.
• Develop and maintain secure file transfer procedures.
• Document processes, system configurations, and troubleshooting procedures in the ticket system.
• Make recommendations, develop processes, access resources, and implement other mechanisms that will ensure the quality, integrity, and security of data.
• Troubleshoot data related to district, state, and federal reporting and develop reporting solutions to help identify data inaccuracies.
• Develop and maintain databases and data systems as necessary.
• Translate stakeholder requirements into reporting deliverables and technical solutions.
• Analyze data to ensure the accuracy and integrity of system data.
• Manage and support integrations of information retrieved from management systems with regard to software vendors.
• Provide support for various applications and ensure seamless functionality.
• Investigate and resolve complex system and data-related issues.
• Assist in evaluating new software solutions and their alignment with district needs.
• Investigate and resolve issues impacting data reporting and analysis by conducting thorough research and root cause analysis. Implement corrective actions to ensure data accuracy and reliability.
• Define and refine business rules for the development and optimization of information systems, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and alignment with organizational needs.
• Collaborate in designing and analyzing data to provide actionable insights and recommendations that inform and guide decision-making processes.
• Ensure the accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive data, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with team members…