University Laboratory School Database and Student Information System Manager

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Job Posting Title:

University Laboratory School Database and Student Information System Manager

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSU System ULS - Educational Technology & Innovation (Nikole C Blanchard (00071364))

   

Work Location:

0106 Lab High School

   

Pay Grade:

Professional

   

Job Description:

University Laboratory School

Database and Student Information Systems Manager

Job Responsibilities:

35% Student Information System Administration

Serve as the primary administrator and subject-matter expert for the University Laboratory School Student Information System (SIS) and associated data applications; Configure and maintain student records, enrollment structures, calendars, grading systems, attendance, schedules, transcripts, programs, permissions, workflows, and other SIS functionality; Manage system updates, releases, patches, configuration changes, and vendor communications; Evaluate new SIS features and recommend enhancements that improve school operations and user experience; Maintain system documentation, configuration standards, procedures, and data dictionaries; Provide technical and functional support to SIS users; Train administrators, teachers, counselors, and other staff on SIS functionality and data procedures; Develop user guides, quick-reference materials, FAQs, and training resources; Identify recurring support issues and implement solutions that reduce errors and improve efficiency; Serve as a liaison between users, technology staff, and SIS vendor.

35% Data Integrity & Database Management

Establish and monitor procedures that ensure student and school data are accurate, complete, consistent, and timely; Develop data-validation processes, audits, exception reports, and reconciliation procedures; Investigate and resolve data-quality issues and discrepancies; Manage data imports, exports, bulk updates, and database maintenance activities; Establish appropriate standards for data ownership, definitions, retention, and lifecycle management; Support data conversion and migration projects when systems are implemented, replaced, or upgraded; Manage integrations between the SIS and other systems, such as learning management systems, assessment platforms, food services, and identity-management systems; Monitor automated data exchanges and resolve failed or inaccurate transactions; Work with vendors and internal technical staff to troubleshoot APIs, interfaces, data feeds, and file transfers; Document integration requirements, dependencies, and procedures.

20% Reporting and Data Analytics
Develop, maintain, and distribute operational, administrative, instructional, and athletic compliance and eligibility reports; Create dashboards and data extracts to support enrollment, attendance, academic performance, staffing, scheduling, and other school needs; Translate stakeholder requirements into reliable reports and actionable data solutions; Manage the submission of all state, federal, accreditation, and other required reporting; Ensure reports use consistent definitions and validated data.

10% Other Duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Educational Technology or related field

Three to five years of experience

LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Management, Educational Technology or related field

5+ years of experience

K-12 School or Higher Education environment

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide a resume/CV, cover letter, three professional references including name, title, phone number, and email address. Minor Contact -This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04. For questions and concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Caroline Marse at [email protected].

   

Skills Needed:

   

Preferred Skills:

   

Posting Date:

August 27, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

December 23, 2026

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

   

Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

   

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