Ferris State University · 3 weeks ago
Enrollment Services Programmer Analyst
Big Rapids, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$51K/yr - $54K/yr
2+ years expFerris State University is dedicated to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. The Enrollment Services Programmer Analyst will develop, execute, measure, and evaluate student data, produce accurate reporting and analysis, and enhance existing processes using Banner data to support the university's vision and goals.
ConsultingEducationHigher EducationInformation TechnologyUniversities
Responsibilities
Implement software changes in accordance with Information Services’ system development methodology and security controls
Provide support for the development and coordination of reports across the areas of Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, & Administration and Finance
Identify and recommend innovative solutions to compliment and enhance processes and student services
Provide support and development for essential Financial Aid processes including, FAFSA data load, aid packaging and awarding, satisfactory academic progress, and state award certification ,and reimbursement as needed
Respond to ad-hoc requests to provide assistance in locating data to improve strategic decision-making
Develop reporting solutions to answer data requests made by various University departments that include, current college statistics and metrics for measuring retention, completion, efficiency and success
Assists with the University’s responses to external data requests from governmental agencies and other associations including state surveys, national surveys, accreditation and licensure requests, and other miscellaneous requests for information
Monitor and address issues with student data quality in cooperation with other technical staff in Enrollment Services and across the University
Achieve a working knowledge of assigned administrative applications including functional, technical, and end-user processes
Prepare relevant documentation and reports to support information technology planning and implementation
Collect and analyze information, provide research support for use in management decision making that includes the University’s Strategic Plan
Develop and support data visualization solutions to support University planning and decision making
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty and staff to thrive authentically
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives
Represent the University at state and national meetings as needed
Carries out these responsibilities in accordance with University policies and applicable laws
Reports directly to the Director of Institutional Research and Testing
Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of designated information
Attend various conferences and seminars relating to enrollment and student system management and the integration of technology
Supervise student support staff as needed
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area
Qualification
Required
Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis in Computer Information Systems or related field
Two years of work experience with data development, analysis and reporting, or combination of work experience and education/training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities may qualify
Expertise in programming using higher level languages such as SQL
Knowledge and use of a variety of software programs including, Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic and life experiences
Knowledge and use of databases and querying
Knowledge of basic statistical concepts
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Work independently and as part of a team
Work on multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines
Cover Letter
Resume
Unofficial Transcript 1
Preferred
Previous experience working with Banner, developing reports with current reporting platform, and/or working in a college/university environment
Work experience with student information systems, database software, and computer programming data
Benefits
Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.).
Admin / Admin Temp Benefit Plans
Company
Ferris State University
Ferris State University is an American public university with its main campus in Big Rapids,
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.66MKey Investors
Michigan Economic Development Corporation
2023-03-01Grant· $0.66M
Leadership Team
Charlie Weaver
Assistant Vice President and Chief Information Officer
DeeDee Stakley
Director, Office of Transfer and Secondary School Partnerships
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