BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGER (ON SITE)

DESCRIPTION :

The Business Information Systems Manger holds a leadership and management role in the Office of Information Technology and Accountability (OITA) and reports to the Chief Information Officer. As an enterprise applications leader, the Business Information Systems Manager is responsible for the deployment of applications, processes, and procedures that deliver value to the Springfield Public Schools. Overseeing the Business Information Systems (BIS) team, the Business Information Systems Manager is driver of operational efficiency and effectiveness with a strong focus on data quality and governance helping SPS achieve and maintain a stable and responsive portfolio of applications including those that augment the capabilities of its core systems.

Duties and Responsibilities :

1. Lead, mentor and develop a high-performance team, fostering a supportive culture of innovation, excellence and ongoing improvement.

2. Align priorities and coordinate resources to the strategic goals and objectives of OITA.

3. Oversee the management of a portfolio of applications, ensuring current and future business requirements are met.

4. Optimize data integrity, operational efficiency and business outcome delivery.

5. Implement best practices for application life cycle management, including development, deployment, maintenance and support.

6. Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement, while overseeing ongoing implementation of multiple, overlapping initiatives.

7. Identify opportunities for application modernization, integration, automation and consolidation.

8. Carry out buy-build-customize analyses and develop plans to operationalize the results.

9. Ensure the availability of documentation, knowledgebase, and training materials.

10. Coordinating reports and data deliverables for audits and reporting requirements.

11. Manage vendor relationships and associated contracts.

12. Any other duties assigned by CIO or Superintendent of Schools.

Qualifications :

1. Bachelors degree required. Masters degree or MBA preferred.

2. Seven or more years of proven industry experience, experience in the public sector preferred.

3. Proven track record of leading digital transformation initiatives and implementing IT projects.

4. Strong project management skills, including experience with agile methodologies and change management.

5. Demonstrated experience managing an information technology team.

6. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to align applications with business needs.

7. Readiness to lead, inspire, and develop innovative teams encouraging a positive and supportive working environment and culture.

8. Experience implementing data governance initiatives and supporting data and analytics strategy.

9. Experience with enterprise ERP applications, experience with Tyler / MUNIS is preferred.

10. Experience with modern D&A software, experience with Microsoft Power BI is preferred.

11. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

12. Ability to collaborate with other executives, stakeholders and teams across the organization, and to influence people to achieve common goals.

13. Ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders including IT leadership, District leadership, school administrators and staff.

14. Adept at effectively managing multiple priorities in a high-demand environment.

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis ofrace, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, handicap, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Reach out to Carmen Molina-Figueroa, the Human Resources Analyst, at 413-787-7100ext. 55394, the email address is molina-figueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com. She will be happy to answer any questions that you have.

NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes and other sex-based conduct, genetic information, ancestry, age, disability or military service or marital status. The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in admission to, access or treatment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes and other sex-based conduct, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sex-based harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator,titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com, the U.S. Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights , or both.

The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Katie OSullivan, Senior Administrator of Human Resources, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55428,titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com.

Springfield Public Schools sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website,

To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer totitleix@springfieldpublicschools.com

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