Pupil Accountant/Data Manager

Full job description
Deadline: October 10, 2025
District/Organization: Tahquamenon Area Schools
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: Rate of pay commensurate with experience and education, up to $45,000

Position Details
Tahquamenon Area Schools
JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Pupil Accountant/Data Manager

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Management Information Systems or Associates Degree in Data Management or related fields working toward Bachelor’s Degree
Extensive experience with Powerschool SIS preferred.
Michigan School Business Officials’ (MSBO) Certificate as Educational Data Specialist and/or Pupil Accounting Specialist to be obtained within three years.
Experience implementing, using, and leading database technologies and Student Information Systems to complete state reporting requirements, particularly in a public school district.
Experience in accounting, budgeting, and the ability to maintain computerized accounting records.
Demonstrated experience in successful project management.
Excellence in communication skills, written and verbal, with demonstrated attention to detail.
Advanced computer and analytical skills using Microsoft Office, Google Drive, etc.
Flexible work hours to accommodate state reporting deadlines.
Maintain respect for confidential information at all times.
Ability to work independently, collaborate with others, and make decisions in accordance with policies and regulations.
High moral character and excellent attendance record.
Excellent public relations/customer service skills, pleasant personality and courteous manner.
Ability to multitask and complete tasks with frequent interruption.
Reports to: Superintendent

Job Goals: To collect, maintain, monitor, and submit district student and staff data that is utilized in reporting requirements for the Michigan Department of Education (MDE), and the state and federal governments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide centralized registry services for the district, including, but not limited to, student entry, exit, and record requests.
Supervise and maintain database systems as related to PowerSchool, Michigan Data Hub, and others .
Develop and maintain expertise in state reporting requirements for students, staff, and administration. Manage and submit all state reporting accurately and punctually.
Request and resolve issues with Student Unique Identification Codes (UIC).
Provide PowerSchool support for all district staff (scheduling, grades, reports, records, transcripts, etc.).
Collect and report data as related to instructional and assessment strategies.
Upload student and staff rosters for district-wide assessments and other activities.
Monitor and maintain district webpage and social media accounts.
Perform other Duties as assigned.
The information in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals who currently hold this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Duration: 230 days, 7-8 hours daily, flexible as needed to comply with
state and district deadlines

Benefits: Rate of pay commensurate with experience and education, up to $45,000
Retirement, health benefits available

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Title IX Notice of Non-Discrimination Based on *** in Education Programs and Activities
Newberry Area School does not discriminate on the basis of *** and prohibits *** discrimination in any education program and activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admissions and employment.
Inquires about title IX may be referred to Newberry Area School Title IX coordinator, the US Department of Education’s Office for Civil rights, or both.
Newberry Area School title IX Coordinator is the superintendent, 700 Newberry Avenue, Newberry, MI 49868 906-293-3201.
Newberry Area School non-discrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located at taschools.org (Board of Education, Policies and Handbooks)
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E-mail: spleiman@taschools.org