Application Specialist IV

Location:

EAC (Education and Administration Center)

Recruiting Start Date:

05/13/2026

This posting will be open at least five (5) days after the recruiting start date.

Estimated Start Date:

06/01/2026

This role involves assisting application specialists and developers with technical aspects related to various enterprise systems. These systems encompass a student information system, learning management systems, identity management systems, financial/HR systems, storage, and communication systems, and diverse educational software platforms.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards

• Assists senior Team members with maintaining device and user security

• Assists with application upgrades and patching

• Creates and maintains documentation for disaster recovery purposes

• Creates, maintains, and documents enterprise system policies and procedures

• Develops skills to assist senior Team members with requirements analysis, design, implementation and testing of new software systems and modifications to existing systems

• Learns and participates in fundamental SQL Server database administration tasks including software installation, backup and recovery, performance monitoring, capacity planning, data export/import and SQL

• Learns and supports the management of various data integrations for educational and enterprise systems

• Participates in structured programming language training. Increase programming proficiency in Microsoft Visual Studio with ASP.NET Core, C#, JavaScript, HTML and CSS

• Prioritizes workload and establish effective communication of those priorities

• Provides direct support to senior Team members on various tasks and projects

• Provides secondary support for any other enterprise systems which are not part of the primary assignment

• Serves as an effective team member of the Information Technology Department

• Support the Administration Center conference room technologies including Teams Rooms and live events

• Supports license management administration for various educational applications

• Works additional unscheduled hours when required for critical tasks and provides 24-hour support when critical needs arise

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to translate user needs into application requirements

• Basic understanding of database management systems, SQL query and reporting functions

• Demonstrates ability to work well with others in a team setting or as a service provider

• Excellent communication skills

• Familiarity with application security concerns for users, devices and enterprise applications

• Knowledge of Microsoft platform tools and applications

• Knowledge or experience with programming languages commonly used in IT (PowerShell, C# and other .NET languages, t-SQL)

• Knowledge or experience with Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions

• Must be a strong learner open to new ideas

• Outstanding technical writing and documentation skills

• Strong focus on project delivery and attention to detail

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.

• The noise level in the work environment may alternate between quiet, moderate, and loud.

• The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.

• The incumbent is required to work normal school/work hours and/or days.

• The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.

Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions.

• Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties

• Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices

• Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils

Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications:

• Up to 3 Years Experience in technology support, application administration or software development if applicant has an Associate’s degree in Computer Science or related field

• 3+ Years relative experience in technology support, application administration or software development if applicant does not have a degree

• Associate degree in computer science or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

• Microsoft Certified Solutions (MCSE, MCSA or other Microsoft applications/tools)

• CompTIA (A+ or others).

• Other IT related application or vendor specific certifications

Compensation Range:

$59,280-$69,280

(Based on job relevant experience at 100% FTE)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Hours per Day:

8.0 hour(s) per day

Number of Days per Year:

230 Days M-F

Benefits Eligibility:

Full-time - Regular

For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).

FLSA Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

How to Apply:

New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:

• A letter of application which states why you feel you are qualified for this position, and your background and experience relating to this position

• A current resume

• Complete undergraduate and graduate transcripts (in color, readable, and reflecting official status where applicable)

• Three current letters of recommendation (optional)

• License (if applicable)

Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting.

Hiring Manager Email:

chris.eggleston@asd20.org