2025-57 1.0 FTE Permanent IT Specialist SIS

THE KENORA CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

The Kenora Catholic District School Board (KCDSB) educates more than 1300 students from diverse cultures and backgrounds in 4 elementary schools and 1 secondary school located in beautiful Kenora and Red Lake Ontario. At KCDSB we welcome students to experience a quality inclusive and values- based education in a caring Catholic school community. Our mission goes beyond academics the arts and athletics. Our goal is to provide excellence in Catholic education and grow graduates who become fully engaged citizens able to contribute to their families communities and society. Our staff is among our greatest resources. The people we hire have a direct impact on the success of our students. With approximately 180 academic and 80 permanent support staff the KCDSB is one of the largest employers in the region.

KCDSB invites applications for 1.0 FTE Permanent Information Technology Specialist- Student Information System in Kenora ON.

Start Date : December 1 2025

Salary Range : $62139 - $77936

Under the direction of the Manager of Information Technology Services this role is responsible for the deployment support and optimization of student data applications across the Board. These applications may include custom-developed internal tools as well as professional software solutions used to deliver services effectively. This position plays a critical role in enhancing the Boards data infrastructure and ensuring seamless access to accurate student information.

Overall Responsibilities :

• Administer Student Information Systems and Ontario School Information System (OnSIS) applications to ensure users know how to enter information according to the Ministry of Educations guidelines and policies.
• Act as main point of contract for Student Information Systems and OnSIS data quality submission timelines and School / Board updates.
• Respond to user inquiries on data entry Enrolment Register questions troubleshooting and submissions for unique situations.
• Responsible for conducting and ensuring compliance for Ministry reporting including ONSIS EQAO and other regulatory data requirements.
• Design manage and improve digital workflows and integrations across platforms and services.
• Generate analyze and present data reports to support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement tools scripts and processes to enhance data quality automation and system performance.
• Design and implement intuitive dashboards that streamline processes identify anomalies and deliver accurate actionable insights for reporting.
• Collaborate with vendors to define deploy and support software solutions tailored to Board needs.
• Provide training and documentation for staff on new features systems and processes.
• Support electronic forms and communications platforms ensuring seamless user experience and data flow (i.e. School Messenger).
• Facilitate data exchange between systems and services ensuring accuracy and integrity.
• Provide Tier 2 technical support via helpdesk for issues related to student data systems and integrations.
• Contribute to Board-wide IT planning offering insights and collaboration on short- and long-term objectives.
• Creates and maintains information technology documentation contingency and disaster recovery plans.
• Act as a technical resource to Board committees school councils and staff on data technology matters. (i.e. Helpdesk and Board Meeting Support)
• Performs other duties as required which are considered within the intent and scope of an Information Technology position.

Qualifications :

APPLICATION PROCESS :

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their professional and educational qualifications quoting Competition Number : 2025-57 to :

Email :

Apply to Education :

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity however KCDSB will only be contacting candidates whose skills experience and qualifications best meet the requirements of the position.

The Kenora Catholic District School Board is committed to equity in employment. Accommodation is available through the recruitment and selection process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made.

Successful candidates must provide a current satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) prior to commencing employment with KCDSB. Please review the requirements for the VSC at Ontario Provincial Police - Police Record Checks ().

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Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

SQL,Active Directory,Information Technology,Access Points,System Software,Database,Infrastructure,Linux,Project Management,Internet,Troubleshoot,PC,Procedures,Setup,hardware

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 62139 - 77936