Durham Academy · 1 month ago
Data Systems Manager and Upper School Registrar
Durham, NC, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelDurham Academy is an independent day school committed to preparing students for life. The Data Systems Manager is responsible for the administration of the school's primary digital records system, ensuring data integrity and security while also serving as the Upper School Registrar and collaborating with various departments to enhance operational efficiency.
Primary/Secondary Education
Responsibilities
Maintain and update school database systems, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with privacy regulations
Collaborate with OIT staff on administration of the school's data systems, including databases plus related software applications and cloud services
Provide data analysis and reporting to support academic and administrative decision-making
Offer technical support and training to faculty and staff on data systems, use of the digital gradebook, and related technologies
Implement and monitor data security protocols to protect sensitive information
Work closely with academic and administrative departments to understand their data needs and provide solutions
Create and maintain the Upper School master schedule and academic calendar in coordination with the divisional leadership team; process course registrations; create student schedules; work with families to resolve requested schedule changes in a timely manner; coordinate with the Upper School Academic Committee and College Counseling Office on course loads and schedule adjustments
Generate transcripts, report cards and comments, grade verification reports and compliance reports; track graduation requirements and resolve data discrepancies; work with the Office of Enrollment Management to properly place incoming Upper School students; regularly update faculty, parent, and student portals with organized information pertinent to academic processes
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Technology and the Upper School Director
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in a field related to Computer Science or Information Management
Prior experience working with data systems (especially Veracross or Blackbaud), or as a school registrar, is highly desirable
The successful candidate will be an effective communicator, have excellent attention to detail and analytical skills, a prompt and responsible service ethic, and will possess the ability to collaborate and forge positive working relationships with all members of the school community
The role involves regular movement across three campuses, requiring the ability to travel between multiple buildings and locations
Company
Durham Academy
Durham Academy is an independent school serving students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12 in Durham, North Carolina.
Founded in 1933
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase