Technology Analyst
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Foss High 2112 S. Tyler St., WA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
26-27-05329
Department
Technology Services
Division
Technology Services
Opening Date
07/27/2026
Closing Date
8/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Tacoma Public Schools
Expected Start Date: As Soon As Possible
FTE: 1.0
Hours per Day: 8
Salary Level: PT7 $43.26 hr. - $60.53 hr.
Union/Work Year: Professional Technical; 12-month; 260 days
Benefits: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools
Examples Of Duties
SUMMARY
This position serves as a bridge between customer needs and technical solutions. The position analyzes technology systems, services, and related business processes; gathers and documents business and functional requirements; supports technology projects and application initiatives; and develops end-user documentation, training materials, and communications.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Assists with mapping and documenting workflows, procedures, guidelines, and standards that support business practices across District departments and academic units.
Analyzes business needs, requirements, data, and processes by interviewing end users and technical staff; documents findings and recommendations; and assists with feasibility reviews, solution evaluations, and vendor assessments.
Collaborates with vendors, departments, and user groups to gather information, clarify business needs, and support solution planning; attends meetings and work sessions; and applies established best practices.
Maintains a working knowledge of assigned systems and software; reviews new releases and features for potential operational impact or benefit; and contributes to process improvement efforts.
Supports assigned technology projects by coordinating meetings, documenting decisions and action items, tracking project activities, and assisting with stakeholder communications.
6.Coordinates assigned work activities with project teams, departments, vendors, and stakeholders to support successful implementation of technology initiatives.
Assists with developing user materials, training handouts, and communications related to assigned technology systems, services, and procedural changes.
Prepares and delivers written and verbal updates regarding assigned analyses, projects, and technology initiatives to staff, departments, and administrators.
OTHER JOB DUTIES
CONDITIONS
Experiences frequent interruptions; is exposed to video display equipment and confidential information; may work in confined areas; may be required to work extended and/or irregular hours; and regularly travels between District sites. Employees must be able to meet the transportation requirements of the position. Requires the ability to bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, climb, and/or be mobile and move/lift objects up to 20 pounds.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS
EducationandExperience
Associates degree in Business, Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Technology, or a related field, or completion of a comparable vocational-technical program; and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience performing business, systems, technology, or process analysis, or related work; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the position.
Licenses/SpecialRequirements
Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance.
AllowableSubstitution
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be evaluated by the Human Resources department for comparability.
Knowledge,Skills,andAbilities
Knowledge of standard reporting, documentation, and information-gathering tools used to support analysis and business process work.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of business, process, and systems analysis, including process improvement and basic project support practices.
Knowledge of change management and structured problem-solving methods.
Skill in facilitating meetings and gathering information from diverse stakeholder groups.
Skill in gathering, organizing, and documenting business and functional requirements.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to organize work, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make appropriate decisions within assigned responsibilities.
Ability to gather, clarify, and communicate information effectively, including explaining technical concepts and system impacts to technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to analyze problems, identify relevant information, and support the development of practical solutions.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Abilitytodemonstratereasonable,reliable,andregular attendance.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.
Nondiscrimination Statement
Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Civil Rights Coordinator, Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator:
Tiffany Davis-Brantley
253-571-1252, civilrights@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Section 504 Coordinator: Laura Tuman
253-571-1086, 504Coordinator@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Tacoma Public Schools
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1357
Tacoma, WA 98401-1357
www.tacomaschools.org
Benefits: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools.
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ALL1: Do you certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that your responses to the disclosure questions that you answer as part of your Candidate profile are true and correct as of the date of the application to this job requisition?
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ALL2: Do you certify that you meet each of the minimum qualifications for this specific position as outlined in the job description?
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ALL3: Do you certify that you are able and/or willing to perform each of the essential job functions of this position as outlined in the job description?
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Do you have an Associate degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field? Please list your school and the degree earned.
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Do you have three (3) years of progressively responsible experience performing business, systems, technology, or process analysis? Please describe your experience.
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Do you have experience in analyzing business needs? Explain your experience below.
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Employer Tacoma Public Schools (WA)
Address PO Box 1357
Tacoma, Washington, 98401
Phone 253-571-1250
Website http://www.tacomaschools.org/
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