Information Systems Manager

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5/2/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)

25-02505

Information Systems Manager

Pay Grade18

Salary

$7,677.48 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education

Location

300 Sower Boulevard
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify thetelecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) employees work to support and improve Kentucky's public educationsystem so that the nearly 650,000 students attending public schools will have a bright and successful future.KDE offers its employees exciting and rewarding careers supporting Kentucky's public education system. Inaddition to rewarding work, KDE employees enjoy excellent benefits and flexible work opportunities, includingtelecommuting commensurate with job duties and responsibilities. KDE is committed to diversity, equity, andinclusion in Kentucky's public schools and the KDE workforce.

Our mission is to partner with districts, schools, families, students, business and industry, and communitiesto provide leadership and support to ensure success for each and every student. We seek persons of thehighest moral character who understand it is a privilege to represent the Kentucky Department of Education andwork on behalf of Kentucky's children. This role represents a great opportunity to work in a dynamic,challenging, and professional environment.

The department seeks to hire a smart, experienced, hardworking, and dependable Information Systems Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides overall management of Information Technology in the Data Management Branch in the execution ofinformation technology initiatives.
• Manages the data processing activities and associated computer programming necessary for implementation of thestate assessment and accountability system. Designs and manages operation of complex database systems for theimplementation all state and federally required components.
• Manages the quality assurance of the assessment and accountability reporting system, which is necessary foraccurate reporting of all assessment and accountability data and reports. Reviews completed work for accuracyand quality assurance.
• Receives computer analysis and data requests and assigns to appropriate personnel within the branch.
• Supervises staff engaged in data processing and ensures adherence to standards and deadlines.
• Maintains the operation and security of the accountability database used for assessment and accountability.
• Coordinates the operation and use of the computer network and data systems for the Office of Assessment and Accountability.
• Provides direct supervision, including approval of leave requests and timesheets and completion of performance evaluations of employees.
• Maintains clear and effective communication with staff, leadership, and stakeholders. Develops and enforces procedures, standards, and internal controls and takes corrective action as necessary. Develops and reviews technical reports based on assessment and accountability data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal governmentwith your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities,please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 999-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree OR a graduate of a college or university with an associate's degree in IT or related field OR certification in an IT related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Five years of professional experience in computer programming, systems analysis, systems support, or computer operating systems.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:A master's degree in computer science will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:Two years of additional experience in computer programming, systems analysis, computer operations, business or public administration, statistics, research, or a related field will substitute for the education requirement.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):NONE

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title typically perform duties in an office setting.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Anitra Williams at anitra.williams@education.ky.gov or 502-564-3716.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D