Data Science Manager jobs in Abita Springs, LA

NOLA Public Schools Vision

The vision of the NOLA Public Schools is that every student receives a high-quality education that fosters their individual capabilities, while ensuring that they thrive, achieve physical and mental wellness, and are prepared for civic, social, and economic success. 

Position Summary

The Data Manager will assist the School Leaders in the management of student data operations of the school site. This individual will ensure that student data and information is accurate and up-to-date at all times. 

• Uses student information system to manage student data;  
• Ensures all required data is collected from faculty and students each semester; enters all final grades for students as reported by the teaching staff;  
• Generates student data reports for instructional support and district and state reports;  
• Assists in enrollment and orientation of new students;  
• Obtains, organizes, and distributes student records using the assigned student information system;  
• Assists in the year-end closeout process for all student records;  
• Identifies and adheres to compliance requirements for systems containing student data;  
• Performs other related duties as required.  

• At least an Associate's degree or equivalent required; 
• Relevant work experience required 

• Experience as a manager or administrator working in data processing with school or small business   
• Familiarity with student information systems and data reporting tools;  
• Knowledge of state and federal education regulations related to data reporting;  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;  
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry;  
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills;  
• Ability to meet deadlines;  
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, and staff.  

Salaries are determined by educational background and/or relevant years of experience.

Work Environment

Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and the work environment of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.   

- Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) part of the workday; 

- Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than 30 pounds rarely; 

- Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals) rarely; 

- Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely; 

- Normal setting for this job is an office/school setting.     

Performance Evaluation

The employee will be evaluated based on the above position using either two methods: via COMPASS or a NOLA-PS evaluating instrument. If the employee holds an Educational Leadership certification, he/she will be evaluated via COMPASS to ensure renewal of certification.

EEOC Statement

NOLA Public Schools is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.