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As of Jul 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for student information systems in the United States is $94,209.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $111,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Student Information Systems job?

A Student Information Systems (SIS) job involves managing and supporting software that tracks student data, including enrollment, grades, attendance, and academic records. Professionals in this role configure, maintain, and troubleshoot SIS platforms to ensure data accuracy and system efficiency. They may also provide training and support to educators, administrators, and staff. Strong technical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of educational regulations are often required.

What are the typical responsibilities of someone working in Student Information Systems?

Professionals in Student Information Systems are responsible for maintaining and supporting the institution’s SIS platform, ensuring accurate student data entry, processing enrollment or scheduling changes, and generating reports for administration and regulatory compliance. They often collaborate closely with academic staff, IT teams, and administrative offices to resolve data issues and implement system enhancements. Daily tasks may include troubleshooting data discrepancies, performing system updates, training staff on SIS usage, and maintaining data security protocols. The work environment is usually office-based within schools, districts, or higher education institutions, often involving both independent tasks and teamwork.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Student Information Systems position, and why are they important?

To excel in a Student Information Systems role, you need a solid understanding of database management, data analysis, and information security, typically supported by a relevant degree such as information technology or computer science. Familiarity with tools like PowerSchool, Banner, Skyward, or other SIS platforms, as well as knowledge of SQL and data reporting tools, is highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you bridge technical and non-technical users. These abilities are vital for maintaining accurate student records, ensuring data integrity, and supporting the daily operations of educational institutions.

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Student Information System Business Analyst

Student Information System Business Analyst

Avani Technology Solutions, Inc.

Baltimore, MD • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Role: SIS Business Analyst
Location: Baltimore, MD
Duration: Long-term
Job Description:
  • Minimum of three to five years' experience.
  • A working knowledge of WCAG 2.0 Level AA standards is required for the Business Analyst position

Skill Set:
The Business Analyst will support the Office of Enterprise Applications in the implementation of a new Student Instructional Programs and Resource Management Tool. The business analyst will serve as a liaison between technical teams and project stakeholders and is responsible for identifying problems, needs, and opportunities for improvement to help the organization successfully implement and integrate the new software.
Summary of Duties:
  • Analyze the business processes, procedures, organizational structure, etc. in order to identify problems and determine solutions that reduce risk and increase organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Interact with the business partners and internal and external stakeholders, including executive staff, to understand organizational processes and needs.
  • Perform detailed gap analysis to identify gaps between system functionality and organizational needs and document findings
  • Work with stakeholders to identify project scope, project objectives, project success criteria and project deliverables
  • Collaborate with project stakeholders and technical staff to elicit and document requirements (e.g. business, functional, non-functional, process models, etc.)
  • Present solutions to business stakeholders and facilitate the iterative refinement of requirements.
  • Work with the Development and Quality Assurance teams to ensure functional requirements are unambiguous and testable.
  • Assist in the creation of test cases to verify the system and validate the system and processes are functioning as expected.
  • Create and maintain project logs to ensure that issues and risks are documented and tracked to resolution; monitor project schedules and follow up with leadership with concerns related to project milestones and timelines.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education, training and Experience:
  • Graduation from an accredited college with a bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Computer Science, Communications or a related field. Plus five years of experience as a business analyst or closely related experience in the analysis of student information systems.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, developing, implementing, and maintaining student information systems. Thorough knowledge of processes, methods, and techniques utilized to analyze and evaluate business operations and document requirements.
  • Knowledge of programming concepts and the Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Working Knowledge of Web Accessibility Guidelines 2.0.
  • Fluent language skills and written communication ability.
  • Must possess exceptional analytical skills in order to properly interpret business needs and translate into functional requirements.
  • Ability to work in both collaborative and independent environments
  • Ability to work under aggressive timelines
  • Experience with developing reports, documents, presentations, etc.
  • Experience creating record documents, to include agendas, project logs, meeting notes, etc.
  • Proficiency with MS Office, to include strong competency with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook.
  • Proficiency in developing and presenting, both verbally and in writing, technical information and presentations to non-technical audiences.

Desired Experience and Skills
  • Knowledge of Relational Databases and SQL Server experience preferred
  • Project Management experience preferred
  • Experience on large-scale system integrations in a K-12 environment strongly desired

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