DTP Operator

Role & responsibilities

School Data & Technology Support (DTS)

Reporting to the Operations Manager and the Principal.

Preferred candidate profile

The Data & Technology Support (DTS) professional is responsible for managing the school's academic data systems, government education portals, statutory compliance, and digital records. The role ensures accuracy, integrity, and timely submission of institutional data while supporting technology-enabled academic and administrative operations. The incumbent plays a critical role in maintaining regulatory compliance and providing reliable data for informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Government Portals Management

• Manage and maintain government education portals, including UDISE+, SATS, APAAR, SDMS, PEN, and other applicable platforms.
• Ensure timely updates, verification, and submission of student and institutional data.
• Monitor portal notifications, policy updates, and compliance requirements.

Student Data Governance

• Maintain accurate and secure student records across all digital platforms.
• Ensure data integrity, confidentiality, and consistency throughout the student lifecycle.
• Coordinate with academic and administrative departments to validate and update student information.

Statutory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations and education board requirements.
• Prepare and submit statutory reports, returns, and documentation within prescribed timelines.
• Maintain records to support audits, inspections, and accreditation processes.

Academic ERP Management & Reporting

• Administer the school's Academic ERP system, including admissions, attendance, assessments, and student records.
• Generate periodic MIS reports, dashboards, and analytical reports for school leadership.
• Provide user support and coordinate with ERP vendors to resolve system issues and implement enhancements.

Student Records & Documentation

• Maintain comprehensive digital and physical student records in accordance with institutional policies.
• Verify the completeness and accuracy of academic and administrative documentation.
• Support document retrieval for audits, inspections, transfers, and regulatory requirements.

Government & Board Submissions

• Coordinate and submit reports and data required by education departments, examination boards, and regulatory authorities.
• Ensure all submissions are complete, accurate, and submitted within stipulated deadlines.
• Maintain a tracker for submission schedules and compliance activities.

Data Validation & Digital Records

• Conduct regular data validation and reconciliation exercises to ensure accuracy across systems.
• Maintain organized digital repositories and document management systems.
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Recommend improvements to data management processes and digital workflows.

Desired Qualifications :

• Graduate in any discipline.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Applications, Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Work Experience.

• 25 years of experience in school administration, ERP management, education technology, or institutional data management.
• Hands-on experience with UDISE+, SATS, APAAR, SDMS, PEN, or similar government education portals is highly desirable.
• Experience in statutory reporting, regulatory compliance, and digital record management within an educational institution is preferred.

Expected Competencies

• Strong analytical and data management skills
• Knowledge of school ERP systems and government education portals
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills
• Understanding of statutory and regulatory compliance in the education sector
• Problem-solving and process improvement capabilities
• Effective communication and stakeholder coordination
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines

Skills and Knowledge

• Accuracy and timeliness of data updates across government portals.
• On-time submission of statutory and Board reports.
• Data accuracy and integrity in the Academic ERP.
• Compliance with regulatory and audit requirements.
• Quality and timeliness of MIS reports.
• Reduction in data discrepancies and reporting errors.
• Effective maintenance of student records and digital documentation.