PowerSchool Administrator

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Company: Alaska Teacher Placement

Location: Fairbanks, AK 99709

Description:

Position Type:
Other

Date Posted:
8/28/2024

Location:
Administration Center-Information Systems

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
09/11/2024

District:
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District - websiteAdditional Information: Show/Hide

Job Summary: The PowerSchool Administrator is responsible for the smooth operation and integrity of critical business systems, particularly student information systems. This role includes maintaining and optimizing applications and databases to meet organizational needs. The position involves managing the implementation of new systems, leading system upgrades and patching to ensure security and functionality, and overseeing robust backup systems to protect data integrity. Additionally, the PowerSchool Administrator is responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining thorough documentation for PowerSchool applications, customizations, and databases. This documentation supports the educational mission of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District and ensures that all processes and systems are well-documented for future use and continuity.

Starting Hourly Rate: Grade 6: $70,605 - $100,641 DOE
Work Day: 8 hours per day
Work Year: 12 months
Bargaining Unit: Non-Represented

Job Qualifications/Requirements (please review job description for qualifications and duties of the position):
  • A Bachelor's degree in a computer-related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology), or four (4) years of relevant work experience in place of a degree, or industry-recognized certifications in PowerSchool or a similar Student Information System (SIS).
  • Proficiency in both Linux and Windows Server operating systems.
  • Solid understanding of database management.
  • Familiarity with project management principles.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Competence in creating and maintaining technical documentation and user training materials


  • This position offers an excellent benefit package including:
    • Accrued sick and personal leave
    • Paid holidays
    • Medical, dental, vision, and audio
    • Retirement (PERS)


    Attachment(s):
    • 6 - PowerSchool Administrator 8.20.2024.pdf

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