• Job Description

  Req#: 7806
  Position Type:
  Technology/Media Services/ Programmer
  
  
  Date Posted:
  5/5/2025
  
  
  Location:
  '); 'District Administration Office
  
  
  Date Available:
  07/01/2025
  
  
  Closing Date:
  Open until filled
  
  
  Hourly, full time, 12-month position
  Hours may vary based on program needs
  High School diploma plus 2 years post-secondary education in computer programming, Information Technology or related field
  3 years’ experience in related areas
  Knowledge of and experience working with SQL, databases, Active Directory, Microsoft products, importing/exporting of data, training, and customer service
  Excellent organization and project management skills
  Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse groups
  3 years Minnesota School District work experience
  Experience with Skyward
  Analyzes hardware, software and application software problems
  Develops and maintains systems and software applications and provides computerized alternatives to manual processes
  Establishes/maintains links for the purpose of extracting and downloading information
  Generates and maintains system and program design specifications
  Prepares a variety of materials (e.g. reports, procedures, user documentation, etc.) providing written reference and/or conveying information
  Provides necessary analysis for new and/or existing computer applications
  Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information and/or direction
  Trains system users as needed
  Analyze data, work processes and situations, and develop effective solutions to system problems
  Modify/upgrade existing or vendor-supplied systems to meet District needs
  Making sound independent judgments within policy and procedural guidelines
  Knowledge and understanding of FERPA and the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act to maintain student privacy and confidentiality
  Manage and maintain user accounts
  Other duties as assigned
  Frequent: walking, standing, bending, sitting, hearing, talking, and seeing
  SCHEDULE:
  • Hourly, full time, 12-month position
  • Hours may vary based on program needs
  
  REPORTS TO:
  Executive Director of Technology and Innovation
  
  SALARY:
  $26.00/hr - $32.00/hr (dependent on qualifications and experience)
  
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  Required
  • High School diploma plus 2 years post-secondary education in computer programming, Information Technology or related field
  • 3 years’ experience in related areas
  • Knowledge of and experience working with SQL, databases, Active Directory, Microsoft products, importing/exporting of data, training, and customer service
  • Excellent organization and project management skills
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse groups
  Preferred
  • 3 years Minnesota School District work experience
  • Experience with Skyward
  
  POSITION SUMMARY:
  The Computer Programmer is responsible for applying computer technology to provide solutions in support of the educational mission of ISD742; providing access to applications; overseeing operation of computer system, training and assisting administrative users, maintaining documentation (e.g. computer programs, computer operation procedures, student software systems), solving problems, working with 3rd party tools, providing information and/or providing direction as may be required. Computer applications may include Payroll, Human Resources, Finance and Student software. The Computer programmer is also responsible for analyzing, extracting, auditing, loading and maintaining data used in various databases throughout the District; this includes archiving, year-end processes and reporting data. The Computer Programmer may be responsible for administering updates, merging information and preparing reports for use by administration to make data driven decisions.
  
  
  ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  • Analyzes hardware, software and application software problems
  • Develops and maintains systems and software applications and provides computerized alternatives to manual processes
  • Establishes/maintains links for the purpose of extracting and downloading information
  • Generates and maintains system and program design specifications
  • Prepares a variety of materials (e.g. reports, procedures, user documentation, etc.) providing written reference and/or conveying information
  • Provides necessary analysis for new and/or existing computer applications
  • Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information and/or direction
  • Trains system users as needed
  • Analyze data, work processes and situations, and develop effective solutions to system problems
  • Modify/upgrade existing or vendor-supplied systems to meet District needs
  • Making sound independent judgments within policy and procedural guidelines
  • Knowledge and understanding of FERPA and the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act to maintain student privacy and confidentiality
  • Manage and maintain user accounts
  • Other duties as assigned
  
  PHYSICAL FACTORS:
  • Frequent: walking, standing, bending, sitting, hearing, talking, and seeing
  
  BENEFITS: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week*. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, as well as life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, and long-term disability insurance. (*Temporary, seasonal, and substitute positions not eligible.)
  
  All Employees of Saint Cloud School District 742 are responsible to support District goals, to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse populations of staff, students and parents and to model and promote a welcoming working and learning environment. Employees are expected to support and adapt to change and to demonstrate commitment to continuous performance improvement. Employees are responsible to establish and maintain effective communication with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents, respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the District, and to be dependable and accountable in the performance of their work. It is the prerogative of the District to assign staff so as to best meet the needs of the District.
  
  St. Cloud School District 742 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.isd742.org/about-us/title-ix.
  
  For inquiries, please contact jobs@isd742.org
  
  
  
  

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