Rapides Parish School District
Posted 2d ago

SYSTEMS ANALYST/DATA PROCESSOR

Rapides Parish School District
Alexandria, Louisiana, United States
$49k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • processing data
  • maintaining systems
  • training users
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or five years of successful systems analysis experience
  • With experience using student information systems
Technical tools mentioned
Student Information System (SIS)

Job description

Job Details
Job ID: 5891513
Application Deadline: Aug 24, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 18, 2026
Starting Date: Immediately

Locations
RPSB Curriculum Center - Alexandria, Louisiana

Job Description
FLSA: Exempt

TITLE:

SYSTEMS ANALYST/DATA PROCESSOR

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or related field or,

2. Five (5) years of successful experience in systems analysis.

3. Experience with SIS Systems

REPORTS TO:

Director of Assessment & Accountability of Student Learning

JOB GOAL:

To assist the Senior System Analyst in fulfilling the goals of data processing for the Rapides Parish School System. Systems analysis, design, development, implementation and integration of in-house and vendor-supplied information systems to best meet the information needs of the district. Validate and verify LDOE reporting accuracy to maximize district funding through MFP formula and economically disadvantaged students across the district.

TERM:

Twelve Months

SALARY:

SB127 Salary Schedule

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

- To effectively and efficiently assist the Senior System Analyst with the day-to-day operation of data processing throughout the system.

- Maintain, update, and import Direct Certification, Homeless, Foster, Migrant, and PK student list of eligibility students.

- Ensure all the SIS files are uploaded each night to the Child Nutrition Department.

- Ensure all SIS files are uploaded to the state system nightly.

- Address all State requests that relate to students’ eligibility.

- Navigate the DirectMatch Monthly Update as directed by the State and USDA.

- Taking complex information and streamlining to increase efficiency and accuracy of all reports.

- To ensure proper project documentation and establish controls to assure the currency, completeness and accuracy of all program changes and development.

- To select appropriate hardware and software tools to support the development, implementation, and maintenance of district information systems and applications.

- To focus on the needs of the district and maintain the highest quality standards for assigned systems, including platform, interface, functionality, and performance

- To integrate tools and applications into the Student Information System as appropriate

- To develop a professional growth plan that enhances professional and technical skills and establish and execute a self-evaluation plan

- To accept assignments in the form of goals and develop objectives to achieve those goals

- To regularly review and analyze current Student Information Systems for possible improvements and make recommendations for system revision or new implementation as necessary

- To coordinate with administrative and technical staff concerning system development and the implementation of new systems

- To ensure the security and integrity of all systems and data

- To provide for the technical assistance and training for all appropriate users on new, existing and modified systems

- To prepare and submit in a timely manner all required reports, data transmissions, and forms as requested and required by the administration and the LDOE.

- To maintain an up-to-date inventory of all hardware, software and computer stock and maintain adequate supplies for the efficient and effective operation of the Assessment, Accountability, and Analytics (AAA) department

- Work independently while also being proactive as a team player.

- To exhibit professional ethics

- To carry out responsibilities as designated by the Rapides Parish School Board

- To perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Director of Assessment & Accountability of Student Learning, the Assistant Superintendents and the Superintendent
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $48,874 Per Year
Job Categories:
Instructional Support > Educational Technology

Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information
Kerri Nichols, Director of Assessment and Accountability of Student Learning
RPSB Media Center
Phone: 318-449-3171
Email: [email protected]

About Rapides Parish School District

Operates a public school system in Rapides Parish, Louisiana.