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Business Analyst

Oakland Schools
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POSITION OPENING: Business Analyst


 

IN THIS ROLE:

Are you a tech-savvy, customer-focused team player ready to make a real impact in education? 
 

We’re looking for an energetic and collaborative individual to lead the design, enhancement, testing, and implementation of student data systems at Oakland Schools. In this transformative role, you’ll support and optimize the software used by Oakland Schools staff and local districts, driving innovation and improving educational outcomes. 
 

If you're a motivated self-starter with a passion for technology and delivering exceptional customer service, join us today and take an active role in shaping the future of education!
 

WHAT WE NEED:

  • Provide leadership by supporting clients and colleagues, with innovative solutions and a proactive and visionary approach.
  • Work collaboratively with Oakland Schools staff and local school districts to analyze student informational data needs and functional requirements.
  • Develop student-related business requirement specifications.
  • Provide training, assistance and consultation to staff on a variety of student information technology-related matters including resolution of system problems and analysis and interpretation of student data.
  • Provide technical assistance and support to department staff and external customers in the design and/or modification of specialized queries and reports using existing database and/or spreadsheet applications.
  • Provide consultation and technical assistance in the design and development of specialized programs to support student administration and assessment initiatives. 
  • Plan, coordinate and implement system upgrades, enhancements, and expansions.
  • Develop detailed test and implementation plans and coordinate testing of system enhancements and projects with the user area.
  • Review system enhancements after implementation to ensure compliance with specifications and standards; initiate corrective action as needed.
  • Identify and recommend technology solutions that will simplify student administration and assessment processes.
  • This individual will need to have occasional 24/7 availability and be willing to travel occasionally.
  • Plan and facilitate workshops, training sessions, and make frequent professional presentations to district leadership and diverse stakeholder groups
     

WHAT YOU NEED:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of 4 to 6 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
  • Familiarity with Student Information System support or other equivalent experience supporting large software applications.
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

 

SALARY DETAILS:

$79,682 - $92,406 annually based on relevant prior work experience, with the potential to earn up to $99,511 after employment with Oakland Schools.

Exempt position / 12-month work year.

 

WHY WORK FOR OS?

Oakland Schools offers a great benefits package for our employees! What we provide includes:

  • The opportunity to enroll in a pension plan to help ensure your financial security.
  • Quality health insurance, dental, and vision plans.
  • Generous vacation and leave time so you can have a healthy work-life balance.
  • OS-paid coverage for life insurance, short and long-term disability, and well-being benefits including access to an Employee Assistance Program for staff and dependents.
  • The opportunity to buy optional health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), pet insurance, legal insurance, college savings plans, and tax-sheltered annuity (TSA) plans.
  • OS provides the ability to get involved within the organization and advance your skill set with education development.

 

WHO WE ARE:

Oakland Schools (OS) is an intermediate school district (ISD) focused on providing educational and technology services to local school districts in a cost-effective manner to provide students with a superior education. We also operate our Oakland Schools Technical Campuses (OSTC) and Virtual Learning Academy Consortium (VLAC). You will help students have the best learning experience possible through your work at OS! To learn more about us, visit https://www.oakland.k12.mi.us/about.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please use the Oakland County Human Resource Consortium (OHRC) website. You can find it by clicking here. You will need to make an account on the OHRC website to apply. 

 

Oakland Schools is a member of the OHRC. Once you create your account, you will be able to apply for positions within our district as well as positions available through other member districts. All applications must be completed on the OHRC website. Please do not email or fax application materials to Oakland Schools. 
 

POSITION DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

NOTE: Interested candidates must be available to interview on the week of January 20, 2024 and January 27, 2024.

 

For questions regarding this position, please contact recruiting@oakland.k12.mi.us

 

 

In accordance with state and federal law, Oakland Schools does not discriminate, nor permit discrimination, on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information,  or any other legally protected status, in its educational programs and activities, employment, or enrollment. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints regarding unlawful discrimination or harassment, employees should contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Personnel Management and Labor Relations at (248) 209-2429 or HR@oakland.k12.mi.us. Students and others should contact the Civil Rights/Title IX Coordinator at (248) 209-2590 or Jacqueline.Zablocki@oakland.k12.mi.us.


 

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