Student Placement Specialist

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from at an accredited college or university. 

• Four years of full-time, paid, professional or technical support experience in the  implementation of database management. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

• Demonstrated knowledge of: 

o the principles and practices involved in database design. 

o software applications used to maintain databases. 

o relational databases and database capabilities. 

o the administrative processes used in the coordination and implementation of  programmatic initiatives. 

• Demonstrated ability to: 

o design, develop, and implement efficient databases. 

o serve as a resource person on issues relating to District student placement  initiatives. 

o organize and conduct effective staff development sessions and to prepare and  disseminate informational materials to schools and communities. 

o review statistical information and make recommendations based on analysis. o Interpret and present data relevant to the student placement program effectively,  orally and in writing. 

o establish and maintain effective working relationships. 

Disclaimer 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work  being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed  as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so  classified.  

Nondiscrimination 

The School District of Philadelphia provides to all persons equal access to all categories  of employment in this district, regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual  orientation, ancestry, national origin or handicap/disability, gender identity, or genetic  information. Please refer to Board Policy 104 for further information regarding the  District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.