Database Specialist

he Port Chester-Rye Union Free School District is looking to hire a Database Specialist- This is a 12 month postion.

This is a Civil Service postion, candidates must be on the Westchester County Department of Human Resources Certification List or Hold permanent status in this title, Candidates without the title will be subject to a Proficiency Exam prior to appointment.

Assists in ensuring all database systems are operational with accurate data; Ensures that all application databases are on-line; Enters, edits and maintains data in the information management system; Sets up and maintains student, parent, teacher and staff accounts in the on-line virtual community program; Supports district users in accessing and retrieving data on-line; trains staff, students and parents to utilize features of the programs; Assists in maintaining security of the information posted on-line; issues codes to end users;

Extracts data to produces reports for the Director, New York State, Superintendent, School Board, etc.;

Provides basic help desk support to end users, troubleshooting client/server database problems;

May post and maintain current information on the school web pages;

Uses computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of the practices and methods involved in maintaining databases; knowledge of computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, email and database application software; ability to follow procedures consistently; ability to express ideas clearly and accurately both orally and in writing; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to exercise good judgment and courtesy when dealing with administrators, teachers, students and parents; ability to maintain basic financial records; ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position; ability to use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, e-mail and database software; good attention to detail; accuracy; tact; initiative; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: An Associate’s Degree* and four (4) years work experience operating and/or maintaining a database system in a school district, training center or technology environment which must have involved interaction with the public.

SUBSTITUTION: Satisfactory completion of an additional 30 college credits* may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to two (2) years of the required work experience as described above.