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Student Information Systems Functional Analyst

Employer
Ball State University
Location
Indiana, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
May 17, 2023

Job Details

Posting Details

Position Information

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Position Title

Student Information Systems Functional Analyst

About this Opportunity

Ball State University’s Office of the Registrar welcomes applications for the Student Information Systems Functional Analyst. The Office of the Registrar is looking for candidates who are thoughtful, forward-thinking, equity-minded and energized by the prospect of being part of a dynamic team dedicated to helping grow our organization.

Our Statement on Inclusiveness

At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.

Benefits and Community

Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
  • Affordable Healthcare

  • Retirement

  • Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Professional Development

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https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work

FLSA

Computer Professional Exemption

Hrs/Week

40

Length of Assignment

Full-Time At-Will

Position Function

The Student Information Systems Functional Analyst for the Registrar’s Office is a member of Ball State’s Student Support Systems and Reporting group. The Student Information Systems Functional Analyst recommends business process, method, and system redesign were applicable, acting as an implementer and champion for business process change. They will act behind the scenes to craft solutions for business problems related to projects. Participate in strategy development. Recognize problems or situations that are new or without clear precedent. Drive organizational change taking full account of obstacles, opposition, and differing stakeholder priorities.

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree plus a combination of education or experience in IT/technology equivalent to 2 years. Or, in lieu of Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree plus a combination of education or experience in IT/technology equivalent to 4 years.

Minimum Experience

At least two years of experience with enterprise student information systems, specifically Ellucian Banner, with a track record of increasing experience and responsibility.

Minimum Other

Strong problem-solving skills; ability to develop and maintain complex SQL queries; proven management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, communicate project status and provide leadership/direction for an implementation process; programming skills with Banner-related products.

Authorization to work in the US

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education

Preferred Experience

Preferred Other

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a background check.

Position Title(s) Supervised

None

Required Certifications

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State University

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Department

Office of the Registrar:155510

Department Information

The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $65,000.

Department Email or Phone Number

registrar@bsu.edu

Duties & Responsibilities

Ranking

1

Job Duty

Responsible for the planning, administration, management, and maintenance of the Registrar’s student information systems ( SIS ) infrastructure to support all academic records functions such as academic transcripts, degree awarding, class scheduling configuration, and registration activities for specialized programs and partnerships for which the traditional SIS infrastructure approach is insufficient.

Ranking

2

Job Duty

Participate in the planning, designing, and implementation of varied approaches that leverage delivered SIS functionality to further the service mission of the Office of the Registrar; conduct requirements gathering, business process analysis, author functional specifications as well as basic project timelines/project plans; address and discuss issues and proposed solutions with management.

Ranking

3

Job Duty

Continually assess the unit’s SIS -related business practices; streamline processes and improve the delivery of services by providing a cooperative, service-supported approach to the University community. This includes, but is not limited to, business process review, documentation and training, communications and presentations, project management, etc.

Ranking

4

Job Duty

Coordinate with business/functional/technical staff across administrative units (ex: Admissions, Student Financial Services, Financial Aid, Division of Online and Strategic Learning [ DOSL ], Information Technology Services [ ITS ], schools/colleges, etc.) to ensure alignment between academic and financial configuration. Organize testing and upgrades for the student systems as they relate to the office, including writing and maintaining test plans.

Ranking

5

Job Duty

Provide functional and analytical support to the Office of the Registrar, with a particular emphasis on data integrity/security, reporting, best practices, process streamlining, training, and documentation as they relate to SIS system and associated technical differentiation created for special programs.

Ranking

6

Job Duty

Write system requirements and/or specification documents. Ensure business systems solutions are functional and meet requirements. Translate between all parties to make sure they understand, in their terms, the systems’ needs, requirements, and technology parameters and constraints and to ensure resulting design and functionality are consistent with all requirements and specifications.

Ranking

7

Job Duty

Develop and maintain expert technical and operational knowledge of the Office of the Registrar’s systems.

Ranking

8

Job Duty

Perform security administration for SIS and other systems/technologies used to support the Office of the Registrar.

Ranking

9

Job Duty

Work directly with IT staff on automation, process improvement, data integrity, and data integration projects as needed. Troubleshoot batch processes, data integrations, and related issues as needed. Perform after-hours updates, upgrades, and system configuration changes to minimize downtime.

Ranking

10

Job Duty

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in implementing new systems or modules related to student data.

Ranking

11

Job Duty

Participate in centralized data clean-up efforts working to identify, create, test and run needed data clean up scripts

Ranking

12

Job Duty

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

202301304P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

07/10/2023

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

05/17/2023

Applications Accepted Through Date

06/20/2023

Open Until Filled

No

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Undergraduate Transcripts
  2. Master's Transcripts


Company

Ball State

Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students

Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.

 

We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!

The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay. 

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