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Penn State University · 1 month ago

Business Systems Analyst, Enrollment Management

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$62K/yr - $90K/yr

3+ years exp

Penn State University is seeking a Business Systems Analyst for Undergraduate Admissions in Enrollment Management. This role is critical in managing the Common Application lifecycle and ensuring data integrity while serving as a liaison for special projects across admissions.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the year-round administration of the Common Application, including annual cycle rollover, updates, and issue resolution

Collaborate with University stakeholders and technical teams to manage application content, logic, and system integrations

Provide ongoing support, troubleshooting, and monitoring to ensure accurate and efficient application processing

Serve as the data steward for Undergraduate Admissions, managing access requests and ensuring data governance compliance

Partner with information security and data management teams to maintain appropriate system access and data integrity

Compile, analyze, and report data to support admissions operations and strategic decision-making

Maintain and update decision letter templates and oversee batch processing of admissions decisions in LionPATH

Conduct testing and validation to ensure data accuracy and system stability during each admissions cycle

Act as a liaison for cross-unit initiatives, coordinating requirements, timelines, and deliverables

Submit and prioritize technical requests, track project progress, and lead process improvement efforts

Develop and deliver training materials, demonstrations, and documentation to promote consistent use of systems and tools

Qualification

System configurationData managementPeopleSoft Campus SolutionsCommon App administrationBI PublisherAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsProject management

Required

Knowledge of system configuration, process analysis, and data management practices

Experience with student information systems (e.g. PeopleSoft Campus Solutions or other enterprise-level enrollment management systems), Common App administration, and BI Publisher preferred

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences

Proven ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate across diverse teams

Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S

Preferred

Experience with student information systems (e.g. PeopleSoft Campus Solutions or other enterprise-level enrollment management systems), Common App administration, and BI Publisher