Job Description
Job Description
Senior Data and Systems Administrator (Education Sector)
We are looking for a talented Senior Data and Systems Administrator with specialized experience in educational environments, particularly at the primary and elementary levels.
If you have hands-on expertise with systems like Blackbaud, PowerSchool, and Google Classroom, and can bring data management and system administration skills to the table, we’d love to hear from you!
Responsibilities :
- Oversee and manage complex database systems, ensuring high performance and data integrity, with specific experience in Blackbaud, PowerSchool, and Google Classroom.
- Support data migration efforts, ensuring smooth transition of information between systems and across platforms.
- Assist in the integration and optimization of student information systems (SIS) and learning management systems (LMS).
- Provide help desk support to staff, troubleshooting technical issues, and offering guidance for data-related challenges.
- Implement and enforce data security measures, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
- Develop reports and dashboards to support data-driven decisions across departments.
- Manage relationships with external vendors and internal stakeholders to align system functionalities with organizational goals.
- Maintain documentation for all data systems, including user guides and best practices for staff.
- Provide basic programming support for data-related tasks using Python, API integration, and C#.
Qualifications :
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in data and systems administration, preferably in an educational setting at the primary and elementary level;
experience in an independent school environment is highly beneficial.
- Proficiency in Blackbaud, PowerSchool, Google Classroom, and other SIS / LMS platforms.
- Experience with data migration and integration of systems within educational environments.
- Basic programming skills in Python, API development, and C#.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to provide responsive help desk support.
- Strong knowledge of database management systems (SQL, MySQL, Oracle) and cloud-based services.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and support staff in data management tasks.
Why Join our client?
- Work in a dynamic and supportive team, dedicated to fostering educational excellence.
- Be part of a forward-thinking organization with a focus on innovative data solutions.
- Play a crucial role in shaping and maintaining data systems in a collaborative environment.
Company Description
Altis Technology Recruitment is one of Canada's largest independent recruitment firms dedicated to placing IT professionals in contract and permanent roles.
We represent specialized talent in a variety of disciplines, including :
- tDatabase and Business Intelligence
- tIT Project and Business Management
- tApplication Development
- tNetwork and Systems Infrastructure
- tIT Security
Our goal is to introduce the best technical resources to the right employers.
Company Description
Altis Technology Recruitment is one of Canada's largest independent recruitment firms dedicated to placing IT professionals in contract and permanent roles.
We represent specialized talent in a variety of disciplines, including : r n
- tDatabase and Business Intelligence r n
- tIT Project and Business Management r n
- tApplication Development r n
- tNetwork and Systems Infrastructure r n
- tIT Security r nOur goal is to introduce the best technical resources to the right employers.