The Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA) is a critical part of Michigan’s education system serving the Greater Kalamazoo region and provides specialized services to schools and communities and optimizes resources by centralizing innovative programs and services. We partner with school districts and the broader community to offer essential programs including early childhood education, special education, career learning, and educator development, ensuring that learners of all ages receive the support they need.

We are currently seeking a Senior Developer and Database Analyst - Michigan DataHub (position is remote).

The essential responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

Assist with the ongoing development, support/maintenance, upgrades, and enhancements of in-house applications in a lead role.
Daily operation and support of the data infrastructure.
Interpret and utilize statistical data to inform query tuning and optimization
Development and optimization of the interchange between Michigan DataHub and K12 developed information systems
Participate in the software development process, which includes design sessions, go-live support, training, and regular project management meetings.
Creates and implements standard operating procedures that improve information system management, including security and process improvements
Ensure proper data governance, including data availability, usability, integrity, security, and compliance with HIPAA and FERPA requirements
Monitors and employs source code control techniques and configuration management
Performs testing of software to ensure proper operation and conformance to test plans
Assist the data team in identifying and resolving production and/or application development problems related to the use of the database management system software or utilities
Utilize and support Amazon Web Services; Support database systems with high use APIs
Maintain accurate system documentation
Willing to work overtime and on-call as necessary to meet organizational needs
Other duties as assigned

Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in related field or related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. 7+ years of application programming experience. 5+ years of administering/tuning Microsoft SQL Server or Postgres. 2+ years Amazon Web Services.

This is a 12-month calendar position in job grade 18T with an annual rate of pay between $68,019.72 and $100,825.55.

KRESA employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit offering that includes health insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits through Michigan’s Office of Retirement Services, tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness and wellness incentives – all within a supportive and caring culture centered around our values of collaboration, innovation, compassion, integrity, and respect.

A Great Place to Live and Work

Kalamazoo was recently recognized as a great place to live in the 2024 50 Best Places to Live roundup by Money.com. Kalamazoo was noted for its abundant family-friendly activities and appreciation for artisan-crafted goods, as well as the Kalamazoo Promise, a scholarship for each Kalamazoo Public School resident graduate that provides up to 100% tuition for post-secondary education.

Notice of Non-discrimination: It is the policy of Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency that no discriminating practices based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or sexual identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category be allowed during any program, activity, service or in employment. The following position at Kalamazoo RESA has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy: Executive Director of Human Resources. Contact information: 269-250-9200, 1819 E. Milham Ave, Portage, MI 49002.