Systems Analyst

Install, upgrade and configure desktop computers and related hardware, software and operating systems, necessary drivers, and computer peripheral equipment.

Installs, upgrades, configures, troubleshoots the district client student information system, and provides ongoing training and assistance to District personnel in the use of student information software and related programs; including providing on-site and classroom training sessions in the preparation of standard or customized reports, methods of data input and extraction.

Install and upgrade servers and related equipment on district and school site networks; verify appropriate licenses for server applications;

Administer LANs/WANs; establishes procedures to back up data stored in computers and to maintain efficient operation of LANs/WANs; provide server support and maintenance; uses various utilities to trouble-shoot, repair, and check configuration of servers.

Adapts existing database software, spreadsheets, and other programs to best meet end user needs.

Monitor and make recommendations for various software applications; verify appropriate licenses for software applications installed on district computers.

Evaluates and resolves user problems; identifies and obtains appropriate resources for the resolution of complex problems; corrects routine problems by making repairs to computer equipment; contacts appropriate resources for additional assistance; provides routine telephone and on-site support in computer system operation and the use and application of various software packages.

Make adjustments to, repairs and/or make recommendations for repair of computers, servers, and other network equipment; check equipment and software for proper operation and maintain records of repair work.

Establishes and maintains Internet and Intranet web sites and web pages; provides technical support in creating content areas; builds on-line forms and connects them to databases; provides technological solutions that can be applied to the ongoing development of a department's on-line presence; provides technical support for automating traditional processes; translates conceptual Web page designs into HTML and/or using the District's Content Management System.

Develop and maintain documentation, procedures, and user manuals; may write straightforward report generation programs or other simple computer/SQL code.

May serve as lead worker or provide direct or functional supervision over clerical and/or technical staff.

• Client/Server, relational database, and portal technologies
• Current Operating System and MS SQL Server and Microsoft Structured Query Language
• Transact-SQL language, stored procedures, triggers, user-defined functions and views
• Execution hooks, database security including access control, backup and recovery techniques
• Information transfer, sharing and communications among differing computer systems
• Microcomputer Client/Server and web-based data management systems
• Client/Server, multi-tiered architecture and technologies
• Zangle Student Information System or current District used SIS, including district's enrollment and scheduling process
• California state reporting criteria, including but not limited to: CALPADS, and state testing pre-IDs.
• Correct English language usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Copyright laws, privacy laws, and District policies related to network/computer access 

• Apply technical knowledge to diagnose problems in relational database based software systems
• Perform research, analysis and evaluations of state-of-the-art hardware and software network technologies.
• Plan and organize multiple, concurrent technical projects.
• Develop, prepare and present technical briefings and specifications related to district network and technology applications
• Learn and apply rules and protocols in operating computer systems and networks
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Comprehend and follow directions given verbally and in writing
•  Demonstrate mental acuity sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position
• Establish and maintain highly effective customer-focused working relationships with users, administrators, teachers, students, other District and site staff, vendors, parents and others encountered in the course of work.
• Meet schedules and time lines
• Be motivated to produce high quality work product
• Maintain a work pace appropriate to the position