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Student Information System (SIS) Systems Administrator

JobID: 6430

• Position Type: Technology
• Date Posted: 9/2/2026
• Location: District Office/District Wide
• Date Available: TBD

Lakeville Area Schools has a Student Information System (SIS) Systems Administrator position. This position is a 261 day per year position. Salary: $80,000 -$85,000 depending on experience

POSITION SUMMARY

The Student Information System (SIS) Systems Administrator manages, maintains, and optimizes the institution's core Student Information System. This role acts as the primary technical expert bridging IT and administrative workflows ensuring data integrity, seamless third-party integrations, compliance reporting, and user support across administration, enrollment, grading, and student records.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES System Administration, Configuration & Customization

• Serve as the primary administrator and technical SME (Subject Matter Expert) for the Student Information System (SIS).
• Oversee system updates, patches, bug fixes, module implementations, and scheduled maintenance windows.
• Configure user roles, security profiles, permissions, and field-level access control to ensure strict data privacy.
• Monitor system uptime, performance, and database health to ensure operational availability.

Data Governance & Reporting

• Maintain high data accuracy across student records, transcripts, schedules, attendance, and demographics.
• Design, build, and maintain standard and custom SQL/BI reports
• Support state, federal reporting processes and requirements (e.g. MARSS & Ed-Fi), ensuring compliance and timely submissions.

Integrations & Technical Support

• Manage data pipelines and integrations (API, SFT, LTI) between the SIS and third-party platforms (e.g. Schoology).
• Provide tier 2/3 technical support to schoolteachers, administrative staff, & district office staff
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues, document root causes, and liaise with software vendors for escalation.

Process Improvement & Training

• Partner with departments across the district to analyze existing workflows and automate manual data-entry processes.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), system documentation, and end-user guides.
• Conduct onboarding and ongoing system training for staff, teachers, and administrators.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Education Technology, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in SIS administration, application or database management.
• Prior experience working in a K-12 school district or educational service agency is highly preferred.
• SIS: Mastery of Infinite Campus
• Database proficiency: Strong knowledge of SQL for querying, data hygiene, and dataset preparation.
• K-12 Systems: Hands-on experience with major SIS platforms and rostering tools (Clever/ClassLink).
• Data Tools: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Power Query, Pivot Tables).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and an eagle eye for data anomalies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a heavy emphasis on patience and customer service.
• Keen ability to take an articulated business need and translate it into a solution leveraging people process & technology.
• Ability to present complex data findings to a non-technical audience clearly and concisely.
• Deep understanding of student privacy laws, specifically FERPA and COPPA.

PERFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience working in a K-12 school district or educational service agency.

For full description see attached job description.

WHAT YOU WILL LIKE ABOUT US

Student focused; community connected.

Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School Disrict No. 194) is an award-winning school system and the twelfth largest school district in Minnesota serving approximately 12,000 students in Lakeville, parts of Burnsville and Elko New Market, and portions of Eureka, Credit River, and New Market Townships. There are nine elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools, an area learning center, an online K-12 school, Early Childhood programming, and lifelong learning opportunities through Community Education.

Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student with our mission to strive to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically and civically. We are committed to establishing a school community that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students, staff and families where every person feels welcomed, valued and respected.

As an employee of Lakeville Area Schools, you will have access to high-quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well-being of you and your family.

Your benefits may include

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Employees are eligible for benefits on Day One of employment.
  • All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans.
  • Teachers are offered health and dental benefits at a 0.50 FTE or more.
  • All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance.
  • Health benefits include:
    • added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST
    • free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7
    • free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs
    • provider choice with the largest PPO network available
    • wellness rewards program
  • Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children.
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (for more information, visit PERA for non-instructional positions and TRA for instructional/licensed positions).
• Staff over 30 hours per week are offered employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death (offered to teachers at 0.50 FTE or more).
• Staff over 30 hours per week are offered Long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury (offered to teachers at 0.50 FTE or more).
• Tax-free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

• Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health, well-being, and performance. Under our EAP, employees and their famiies can receive no-cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns: anxiety, childcare, eldercare family conflict, parenting concerns, alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more.
• Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible, effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals any time, anywhere for better health and well-being.

Support to help you reach your career goals

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program. Some positions may qualify for the Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov .

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varybased on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools. Employment information can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document located on our website .

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS

There are several collective bargaining agreements at Lakeville Area Schools. Check them out on our website under "Collective BargainingAgreements".

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and supports workforce diversity.

Postings current as of 9/10/2026 6:04:59 PM CST.

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