Position Description Summary

Title:  Director of Information Management                                   Date Revised:  January 12, 2010            Department:  Information Support Services (ISS)                         FLSA Classification:  ExemptSupervisor Title:  Director of ISS                                               Schedule:  12-Month PositionSupervisee(s):  Information Services Coordinator                         Status:  Full-time (1.0 FTE), benefits-eligible        Coordinates With:  Administrators, Faculty, Staff, Outside Vendors                                                                                      Position Overview:The Director of Information Management is responsible for the management and integration of Blake’s core databases specifically including Raisers Edge (advancement), Education Edge (admissions/registrar), Financial Edge (business) and their accompanying software/packages. Working closely with staff throughout the School, the Information Management Director’s responsibilities include strategic planning for all databases; establishing database management protocol; coordinating and providing training planning; coordinating technology needs across departments and divisions; and other specialty tasks as needed and supported by Blake’s long-range plan and programs.  Principal Accountabilities:25%         Coordinates database operations of Advancement Office·      Set goals, objectives, and workplans and monitor progress·      Develop and oversee implementation of database policies, procedures and standards·      Provide training Advancement Services staff·      Lead and ensure the accurate and ethical management of all constituent information 25%         Cordinates database operations of the Admissions and Registrar Offices·      Coordinate data gathering and integration of data around inquiries and student records·      Manage directory information update process·      Coordinate and lead training of support staff, both within Admissions and the divisions·      Develop and oversee implementation of database policies, procedures, and standards·      Lead and ensure the accurate and the ethical management of all constituent information·      Provide training for divisional staff and US registrar·      Assist in the development and implementation of online resources for faculty, students and parents 15%         Corodinates database operations of the Business Office·      Coordinate data gathering and integration of billing and financial data around student records, as necessary·      Coordinate and lead training of support staff·      Assist in the development and implementation of database policies, procedures, and standards·      Lead and ensure the accurate and ethical management of all constituent information                         15%         Manages the use and development for schoolwide databases·      AlertNow, E911, Naviance, TestWiz, US Conference Scheduler·      Develop queries as needed·      Help identify priorities·      Provide recommendation for use of service 15%         Project Database Manager for all schoolwide databases·      Assist in the development and implementation of all online interfaces for alumni, student and parent ·      Supervise staff and administrators in updating content and managing data collection ·      Advise staff and administrators in best practices for database interaction·      Ensure The Blake School community database needs are fully integrated 5%          Assist in the development and integration of data throughout the school as directed by the Head of School or the Director of Information Support Services·      Provide metrics and any related information, which demonstrates the usage of data within the school·      Make recommendations of needs for furthering integration or use of data throughout the school Position Criteria:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum of three years of related experience                              Required
• Constituent relationship management                                                                           Required
• Database and product management                                                                             Required
• Service-oriented and able to work cooperatively and effectively with others                       Required  
• Strong communication skills                                                                                       Required
• Ability to manage own time effectively                                                                          Required
• Reliable transportation between campuses                                                                   Required
• Experience with Blackbaud suite of products                                                                Required
• Supervisory experience                                                                                               Preferred

 Team Participation:

• Participate as a contributing member of the ISS team.
• As appropriate, give input for ways to improve procedures and policies currently in use to ensure business is conducted in a safe, responsible manner.
• Willing to assist in other areas and with other tasks not defined in position description.

 Blake School is a pre-kindergarten through grade 12, co-educational, nonsectarian, independent day school enrolling 1,379 bright, talented students from nearly 60 Twin Cities-area communities.  Founded in 1900, The Blake School has the advantage of three campuses (Minneapolis, Hopkins and Wayzata) each with its own facilities designed for specific ages, schedules and activities. The mission of the school is to provide students with an excellent, academically challenging education in a diverse and supportive community committed to a common set of values. For more information on The Blake School, please visit Blake's Web site at: http://www.blakeschool.org. The Blake School believes that a diverse society enriches all individuals and communities. Diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, geography, religion, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and marital, parental or economic status forms the fabric of our society. As a result of these beliefs, The Blake School actively seeks students, families and employees who value and contribute to the fullness of a diverse community within the context of its mission. In doing so, we recognize our responsibility to help make each person’s experience a success. 

If you meet these minimum qualifications and are interested in this position, please send a cover letter, salary requirements and resume to The Blake School, Attn: ISS - MK, 110 Blake Road South, Hopkins, MN 55343. email: mkelley@blakeschool.org. Fax: (952)988-3412. EOE