Data Systems Administrator

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$85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. We partner with families and communities to create joyful and rigorous schools in pursuit of a more just world. In 1995 we started our first middle school, KIPP Academy, in the Bronx, with a vision that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.

Today, our network consists of eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, one high school, and KIPP Forward, a comprehensive program to support our students and alumni in choosing and preparing for the educational and career paths that fit their goals and sense of purpose. KIPP NYC currently serves more than 12,000 students and alumni, has a staff of more than 1,000 (8% of whom are alumni), and continues to grow!

The Data Systems Administrator is a key member of the Technology Team, responsible for ensuring the integrity, security, and accessibility of business-critical data. This is an ideal role for a highly motivated and detail-oriented candidate with strong technical skills and experience in a corporate environment. This role will oversee the management and maintenance of data integrations between our core business systems (Sage, UKG, Power School) and the Power School Student Information System, as well as other integrations and automations.

• Maintain all integrations with business systems (Sage, UKG, Slack), including configuration, upgrades, performance monitoring, and backups/restores (where possible), to ensure data accuracy and system stability.
• Implement security measures to protect sensitive business information and ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations.
• Oversee data integrations and automated workflows between managed applications using SFTP services and APIs.
• Work collaboratively with department heads and staff to gather requirements for system enhancements, diagnose and resolve technical issues, and minimize disruption to business operations.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of configurations and procedures to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
• Contribute to Business Continuity Planning for data backup and recovery.
• Develop and maintain scripts to automate routine administrative tasks and data processes (e.g., Python, Power Shell, R, Ruby on Rails).
• Knowledge of and ability to implement SSO (SAML, OIDC, OAuth), API Keys, tokens, secrets, and client keys.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Systems Administrator or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of and experience with corporate business systems like Sage, UKG, and Slack.
• Proficient in managing data integrations via SFTP and APIs.
• Technical proficiency in Power School configuration, reporting, and maintenance, including experience with custom fields, pages, and plugins.
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Power Shell) for automation is highly preferred.
• Proficiency with Single Sign-On (SSO) standards, including SAML, ODIC, and OAuth.
• Skilled in configuring and deploying VMs for script testing in development and production environments.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical staff.
• A strong sense of awareness and understanding of security protocols regarding the handling and protection of confidential business data.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team while also demonstrating initiative and independence.

Compensation & Benefits:

KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $85,000 to…