Assistant Director of Learning Systems & Integration
Sarah Lawrence College
Bronxville, NY
Job posting number: #7312678 (Ref:ej-6382986)
Posted: July 15, 2025
Job Description
Assistant Director of Learning Systems & Integration
Job Description
Sarah Lawrence College is seeking a technically skilled and mission-driven professional to join the Office of Information Technology as the Assistant Director of Learning Systems & Integration. Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and collaborating closely with the Director of Data Services, this role supports the design, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the systems powering the College’s Lifelong Learning, non-credit offerings, and Student Information System (SIS) infrastructure.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for educational technology, systems integration, and data architecture to shape the infrastructure that supports student initiatives, adult learners, continuing education, and emerging instructional models.
Essential Duties Summary
Essential Functions
- Serve as the lead administrator for learning and registration platforms (e.g., Thinkific) used in Lifelong Learning programs
- Manage system integrations between learning platforms, Student Information Systems (SIS), and other institutional data sources
- Maintain, update, and optimize platform content, templates, and workflows in collaboration with stakeholders
- Support staff and instructors with onboarding, troubleshooting, and ongoing platform use
- Design and implement robust ETL pipelines using SSIS or similar tools to transform data across platforms securely and efficiently
- Ensure data quality by supporting data collection, cleaning, and preparation for analysis
- Collaborate with the Director of Data Services to align system data flows with institutional enterprise architecture and reporting needs
- Develop dashboards and reports using InfoMaker, Power BI, or similar tools to support program insights and financial reconciliation
- Coordinate with Finance, Academic Departments, and Program Offices to ensure technology systems align with operational goals and compliance standards
Additional Responsibilities
- Translate business and academic requirements into scalable technical solutions
- Monitor project milestones, manage issue resolution, and provide regular updates to leadership
- Create onboarding materials, user guides, and conduct system training sessions
- Evaluate and recommend enhancements to learning systems and integrations in support of evolving educational models
- Participate in special projects such as vendor evaluations, grant proposals, and technology pilots
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Thinkific, Kajabi, Teachable)
- Strong background in ETL tools like SSIS and data integration workflows
- Experience with Student Information Systems (SIS) and financial system integration
- Familiarity with reporting tools such as InfoMaker, Power BI, or Tableau
- Experience with cloud-based workflow automation tools (e.g., Zapier, Power Automate, Make/Integromat)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis tools such as Excel and Power Query
Physical and Cognitive Requirements
- Primarily sedentary, involving extended periods of sitting and significant computer use
- Frequent verbal and written communication required
- Capacity to organize and synthesize detailed information
- Occasional walking/standing required
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to programming languages such as SQL or Python
- Experience working with cloud platforms and APIs
- Knowledge of change management processes and best practices
- Previous experience working in higher education or a similar academic environment
Posting Number: S00423P
Open Date:
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Salary: $70,000 - $80,000
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, visit https://slc.peopleadmin.com/postings/2429
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Sarah Lawrence College is committed to sustaining a diverse and inclusive learning, working, and living community. This requires students, faculty, administration, and staff who reflect the diversity of our society; that people from different backgrounds and with different views be prepared to treat one another with mutual respect and honest curiosity so that they can engage and learn from one another; and that diversity infuse all aspects of the life and mission of the College. These conditions enable a genuine liberal arts education, in which the presence of people with different experiences and ideas, engaged in critical dialogue, overcomes ignorance and builds trust and knowledge.
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