Job Title: College Information Systems Officer
Location: Hulme, Manchester
Salary: £32,259 – £34,391 per annum, pro-rata
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 10am on 13th November 2023
Interview Date: 20th November 2023
The Role:
We are recruiting for the role of College Information Systems Officer to assist the CIS Manager with the maintenance of the College database and the provision of timely, accurate and user-friendly data.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- To process data concerning student, enrolment and destination details into the central MIS database
- To process course and timetable data into the MIS database
- To continually update departmental procedures and document any new initiatives.
- To assist with the maintenance of the College database to ensure the accuracy and availability of all student data required for the efficient management of the College
- To query the college databases in order to produce reports and datasets
- To assist the CIS Manager with retrieval and validation of data for audit, statistical or management purposes
- To provide support to help with College events as required
- To create Columbus usernames and passwords for new staff and resetting passwords for current staff in line with IT security regulations
- To have a basic knowledge of government funding methodologies and achievement requirements
- To provide regular feedback in relation to the progress of tasks completed, those outstanding and progress towards departmental priorities, targets and deadlines
- To ensure familiarity with and adherence to all policies and procedures and data systems relevant to the post
- To support the delivery of datasets to external bodies
Staffing
Staff Development
- To undertake staff development where appropriate
- To take part in the College’s Appraisal Process
Deployment of Staff
- To ensure that appropriate arrangements for cover are made when absent
- To work as part of a team and to ensure effective working relations
Quality Assurance
- To ensure the effective operation of quality assurance systems
- To contribute to the process of the setting of targets within the department and to work towards their achievement
- To assist with the implementation of College quality procedures, especially through contribution to the self-assessment process
Communications
- To ensure familiarity with the department’s aims and objectives
- To liaise with relevant external bodies as appropriate
Marketing and Liaison
- To contribute to the College liaison and marketing activities
- To link with external agencies as appropriate
Management of Resources
- To contribute to the maintenance of an attractive working environment
Other
- To support the aims and objectives of the College
- To attend regular team meetings and other internal and external meetings as required
- To undertake any other duties, the Principal or his designated alternate may reasonably direct from time to time within the context of the Loreto College contract
- This Job Description is subject to periodic review and amendment
About you:
Experience:
- Experience with computerised systems and a proven ability to use and adapt quickly to new technology
Desirable:
- Experience of working in an educational establishment
- Experience of working in a busy office in a related role
- Knowledge of UNIT-e
Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent IT skills including the ability to use MS office applications
- Numerate with the ability to analyse data and produce easy to understand reports
- Excellent attention to detail
Desirable:
- Good knowledge of SQL
- Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server or other RDBMS
- Knowledge of Power BI
- Knowledge of SQL Server Reporting Services
Qualifications:
- Educated to degree level or equivalent, or substantial relevant experience that demonstrates a high order of literacy, numeracy and analytical skills
Attitude and Impact
- An excellent record of punctuality and attendance
Personal
- Enhanced DBS Disclosure Clearance
- Medical Clearance
- Ability to meet the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act (to be legally employed to work in the UK)
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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Candidates with the experience and relevant job titles of: IT Technician, IT Support Engineer, IT Service Engineer, IT Service Desk Technician, IT Support Technician, Support Technician, IT Support Engineer, Technical Support, IT Support, IT Systems Support will be considered for this role.
