Data Technician (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Job DescriptionVisit the Hawthorne School District website (https://www.hawthorne.k12.ca.us/classified) for additional information regarding application procedures and to download applications. Salary noted is starting salary. The District offers exceptional fringe benefits, plus a $1,000 signing bonus**DEFINITIONUnder general supervision, responsible for coordinating record management, systems storage, and retrieval; performing specialized work in evaluating, maintaining, developing, implementing, and modifying online curriculum resources and databases; and performing other related work as required.EXAMPLES OF DUTIESCoordinates various online curriculum programs and resources. Assists with the management of daily substitute placement, Frontline employee absence system, and associated data integrations. Assists with operation of data management and student information systems. Assists with management of online state assessment systems. Maintains online employee learning management system. Coordinates projects and provides program support and professional development as needed. Participates in administration of benchmark assessments and communicates results through oral and written reports. Assists and represents various departments in meetings with other staff. Establishes schedules for analysis, programming, inventory, and project completion/implementation. Manages inventory and distribution of equipment and materials. Prepares system input data and analyzes, verifies, and reconciles output reports. Performs other related duties as required. QualificationsKnowledge of:Methods, practices, and procedures of school district payroll record management and fiscally related record management systems;Operation of manual and computer-assisted payroll record management, storage and retrieval system;Computer hardware and software application programs commonly used in payroll operations;Payroll related report preparation and format;Terminology, methods, practices, and techniques of systems and programming work for data processing; Operation of data processing systems and related equipment;Research and analytical methods, techniques, and procedures;Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment. Ability to:Analyze and prepare a variety of complex records, reports and other technical documents;Prepare special reports and projects;Analyze situations accurately, and adopt an effective course of action;Establish and maintain cooperative relationships, and maintain a calm and tactful manner;Effectively and efficiently operate computers, computer terminals, and other office machines and equipment;Understand and carry out oral and written directions. PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This type of work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods. Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, and handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.Experience And EducationAny combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:Equivalent to the completion of an associate of science degree from an accredited community college in business, accounting, information systems, or other closely related field, and/or three years of responsible experience in payroll computer-assisted processes and/or report development involving computer-assisted processes. For instructions on how to apply or to obtain applications, visit the District's website: www.hawthorne.k12.ca.usCompany DescriptionThe community and the staff of the Hawthorne School District are committed to providing a rigorous standards-based educational program to its students. Students are challenged and encouraged to excel in all curricular areas. The staff aspires to encourage continuous individual development and a lifetime love of learning, and prepare students to be successful in a culturally diverse society.Hawthorne School District is dedicated to educational excellence and the continuous academic growth of all students. Located in Southern California’s Los Angeles basin, minutes from the Los Angeles International Airport, the Hawthorne School District educates close to 10,000 pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade students in the diverse urban community of Hawthorne. Founded in 1907, the District is proud of its long tradition of academic excellence. There are currently seven elementary schools, three middle schools, and a charter high school in the District. All schools follow a modified traditional school calendar. The District’s high school, Hawthorne Mathematics and Science Academy, opened in the 2003-04 school year and offers a rigorous, college-preparatory program. Students from Hawthorne School District not attending the charter high school attend high schools in the Centinela Valley Union High School District.The community and the staff of the Hawthorne School District are committed to providing a rigorous standards-based educational program to its students. Students are challenged and encouraged to excel in all curricular areas. The staff aspires to encourage continuous individual development and a lifetime love of learning, and prepare students to be successful in a culturally diverse society. Hawthorne School District is dedicated to educational excellence and the continuous academic growth of all students. Located in Southern California’s Los Angeles basin, minutes from the Los Angeles International Airport, the Hawthorne School District educates close to 10,000 pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade students in the diverse urban community of Hawthorne. Founded in 1907, the District is proud of its long tradition of academic excellence. There are currently seven elementary schools, three middle schools, and a charter high school in the District. All schools follow a modified traditional school calendar. The District’s high school, Hawthorne Mathematics and Science Academy, opened in the 2003-04 school year and offers a rigorous, college-preparatory program. Students from Hawthorne School District not attending the charter high school attend high schools in the Centinela Valley Union High School District.