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Data Architect
at
The BCI Group
in Duluth
Schools System
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: DATA ARCHIECT
POSITION SUMMARY
Job Function – Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Enterprise Applications, with wide latitude
for the exercise of independent judgment and action, the Data Architect is responsible for providing leadership in
the establishment of the information and data architecture strategy and framework that will form the foundation
to enable APS to effectively use, consume, analyze, distribute and report data.
APS-OIT (Office of Information Technology) is the technology division for APS supporting enterprise solutions
ranging from student information systems (SIS), ERP system (HR, finance, payroll etc.) APS employs over
120 trained technology professionals and is constantly looking for talented individuals who can help develop
smart and innovative solutions impacting student achievement. APS employs a wide range of latest tools
and technologies to help achieve these objectives such as Lawson ERP, SharePoint Portal, .NET application
technology, VMWare etc. This position will report to the IT Director.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinate and supervise the setup of the APS Enterprise Data Warehouse and supporting key other
initiatives.
Direct planning, organizing and leading the direction, design and development of overall robust and
scalable data architecture strategy for all APS systems.
Interacts with teams/resources responsible for enterprise data modeling, business intelligence, data
warehousing, reporting and analytics across APS IT.
Manages and is held accountable for the enterprise design of data warehouses models, data marts,
operational data stores, and data dictionary.
Direct development and implementation of a data governance process by working with senior
leadership and business teams. Governance must address data standardization and ways to address
exponential data growth, and include establishing Data Owners and Stewards.
Ensures that projects and project teams are in alignment with the Enterprise Architecture end state
vision regarding data architecture. Has independent authority to approve/reject proposed solutions
from the development teams on projects.
Manages the enterprise view of the needs, goals, and directions during strategic planning efforts.
Provides thought leadership on the implementation of the enterprise architecture across all
application portfolios.
Works collaboratively with the business and delivery organizations' leaders within assigned
portfolios on the implementation strategy for the enterprise data architecture to plan the current state
transition to reach the desired future state.
Key responsibilities may include other duties as assigned.
Position Title: DATA ARCHIECT
KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS
B.S. degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience).
10+ years of overall experience with 5+ years’ experience with relational DBMS,
preferably MS SQL and Oracle.
5+ years’ experience managing the design and development of database applications
and data warehousing solutions across multiple projects.
5+ years managerial experience utilizing strong leadership skills including
mentoring, communication, decision-making and project management.
Experience with BI solution such as Crystal Reports, SQL Server Reporting
Services. Deep understanding of relational DBMS and SQL.
Experience in assessing and closing transactional and business intelligence /
analytics data gaps in large-scale heterogeneous environment where both packaged
software and internally developed software exists is required.
Experience in data warehousing experience. Five to seven years of experience in
leading data integration efforts in large-scale programs.
Makes recommendations or decisions, which affect the entire department.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred.
Independent judgment is necessary.
Requires regular contact to discuss issues of moderate importance; occasionally
Internal Communication: requires contact with officials at higher levels.
External
Requires regular contact to discuss issues of moderate importance; occasionally
Communication:
requires contact with officials at higher levels.
Has responsibility or authority, which is limited to the direction of temporary
Managerial Skills:
workers or trainees.
Applies established technology solutions to enhance individual or small work group
Technology Application: efficiency and effectiveness.
Rarely (1 time per month)
Position Title: DATA ARCHIECT
WORKING CONDITIONS
Knowledge of the following:
• Knowledge of ETL tools: (SQL Server
Integration Services), data modeling such as
Erwin (or equivalent) and BI reporting tools:
(Business Objects/Crystal Reports, SQL Server
Reporting Services).
Skills in the following:
• Excellent interpersonal and communication
skills (verbal and written).
PHYSICAL EFFORT
Typically sitting at a desk or table
Sitting, stooping, reaching, lifting, walking, hearing/
listening, seeing/observing.
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My contact information is:
Company: The BCI Group
James Smith
Partner
Phone: 404-987-0556
Email: jsmith@thebcigroup.com
Web site: www.thebcigroup.com
About The BCI Group:
The BCI Group
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