Public Education Information Management Systems (PEIMS) Specialist

Public Education Information Management Systems (PEIMS) Specialist
Gonzales ISD Administration Office - Gonzales, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details
Job ID:

5845185

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Jul 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description
Primary Purpose

Process, analyze, and report district data from various sources, including internal and external databases; maintain accurate student records, attendance, and compliance documentation; assist in the development, maintenance, tracking, and processing of internal and external research requests; assist in the development of localized databases and provide reporting and analysis as needed. Assist with ensuring the accurate, timely, and compliant collection, validation, submission, and analysis of district data in accordance with the Texas Education Agency (TEA), the Student Attendance Accounting Handbook (SAAH), and all applicable state and federal requirements.

Register students, enter PEIMS and special populations data, and prepare reports to ensure district, state, and federal compliance. Serve as a key resource for the campus leadership team and collaborate with the district PEIMS Coordinator to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Uphold all confidentiality requirements and protect sensitive student and staff information in accordance with state and federal law.

Qualifications
Education

High school diploma required

Associate’s degree or course equivalent preferred

TASBO Certification preferred

Experience

Minimum two years of clerical, administrative, or student records experience, preferably in a K–12 school environment

Prior experience with Skyward or a comparable student information system required

Experience working with TEA reporting systems and deadlines preferred

Knowledge of attendance reporting, PEIMS, and LPAC processes preferred

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong knowledge of PEIMS, attendance accounting rules, and TEA reporting requirements

Strong knowledge of student registration, cumulative records, and attendance procedures

Proficiency in data entry and management of student information systems

Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to all applicable state and federal privacy laws, including FERPA

Knowledge of Texas Education Agency (TEA) PEIMS and student attendance requirements

Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills

Ability to work collaboratively with campus leadership, staff, and district personnel

Attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping and reporting

Bilingual Spanish/English fluency beneficial

Major Responsibilities and Duties
Student Registration and Records

Input, update, and maintain accurate records of all aspects of student information as it relates to Skyward and the campus level data entry connected to the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS)

Participation in district-wide and campus student registration efforts

Update student records, including grade changes, schedule adjustments, and transfers

Prepare and send TREX (Transfer Request Exchange) requests and communicate receipt or status updates to relevant parties

Serve as the primary point of contact with the truancy officer regarding student attendance issues

Attendance and PEIMS

Maintain daily student attendance records and enter attendance data into the student information system

Enter PEIMS and LPAC data accurately and timely in accordance with district, state, and federal requirements

Prepare and submit attendance and registration reports for audits, state reporting, and compliance monitoring

Coordinate and document campus attendance meetings, including scheduling and recordkeeping for students requiring intervention

Compliance and Confidentiality

Ensure campus-level adherence to district, state, and federal compliance requirements for student records, attendance, and PEIMS reporting

Collaborate with the district PEIMS Coordinator to verify accuracy and completeness of submitted data

Maintain strict confidentiality of student, staff, and campus information in compliance with FERPA and other applicable privacy laws

Stay current with TEA reporting standards, updates, and deadlines

Data Analysis and Reporting

Analyze and interpret data and provide clear and concise narrative and graphic explanations of data and trends

Learn and understand data and reporting requirements as determined by local, state, or federal needs

Assist in determining security concerns for data

Provide support to users for assigned systems within the student information system as well as assigned third-party packages

Support users with investigating and resolving data abnormalities

Assist supervisors and/or other departmental staff with the coordination of data requests and assessment information

Assist supervisors and/or other departmental staff in the preparation of reports for presentation to district staff and leadership, and the school board, as requested

Prioritize and schedule own work based on competing demands of multiple projects

Anticipate data needs

Assist with the maintenance of systems to log, organize, and process research requests

Leadership and Collaboration

Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and district personnel regarding attendance, registration, and PEIMS-related matters

Assist in the training and mentoring of campus staff regarding attendance and student record procedures

Other Responsibilities

Take initiative to develop professional knowledge relevant to PEIMS, attendance, and student information management

Perform other duties as assigned by the PEIMS Coordinator

Working Conditions

Prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, and detailed data entry

Frequent interruptions and multiple competing priorities

Occasional extended hours for reporting deadlines or campus events

Ability to maintain accuracy, professionalism, and discretion under pressure

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Lacy Boatright , PEIMS Coordinator

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE

Phone: 830-672-9551

Email: lacy.boatright@gonzalesisd.net

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