Lead Student Information System Analyst - CSU Monterey Bay

Cal State Monterey Bay is recruiting a Lead Student Information Systems Analyst in beautiful Monterey, CA. Join a collaborative, student-centered team with a winning track record and play a key role in advancing admissions and enrollment systems such as PeopleSoft. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management, you'll work cross-functionally to enhance data integrity and streamline processes that support the entire campus community. Relocation assistance is available, along with CSU's exceptional benefits package.

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Another Source's client, Cal State Monterey Bay, is recruiting a Lead Student Information Systems Analyst to join their Enrollment Management team in Monterey, CA. This is a great opportunity to drive impactful change in the student experience by enhancing and supporting the university's admissions and enrollment systems.

Internally titled: Lead Student Information Systems Consultant

About Cal State Monterey Bay:

Cal State Monterey Bay provides over 7,500 students an extraordinary opportunity to learn on a residential campus just one mile from the shores of the beautiful Monterey Bay. Our diverse student body receives personal attention in small classes while pursuing degrees in 25 undergraduate and nine graduate majors.

Founded in 1994 on the former site of Fort Ord by educators and community leaders, CSU Monterey Bay faculty and staff build on that legacy as we explore innovative ways to meet the needs of a new generation of students while simultaneously powering the Monterey County economy.

Learn more about:

CSU Monterey Bay: https://csumb.edu/about/

• Enrollment Services: https://csumb.edu/studentaffairs/enrollment-services/

About the Role:

Under the general direction of the AVP for Enrollment Management, the Lead Student Information Systems Analyst independently analyzes admissions and enrollment data for the purpose of systems and provides technical support with the operations of the CMS and communications systems, imaging systems, electronic data and other systems which support the Office of Admissions and the Enrollment Management Division. The Analyst serves as the liaison to the Information Systems/Information Technology campus groups and CMS Chancellor IT Groups and interacts with other campus departments in providing systems support and disseminating system information.

What you will be doing:

• Serves as a primary contact for the Admissions Department for the CMS (Student Administration) system; develops and expands enhancements of various components of the student information systems functionality of the CMS system; serves as a subject matter expert troubleshooting issues related to assigned systems and processes; prepares and maintains system/operational documentation for technical aspects of enrollment-related processes; keeps abreast of technical knowledge related to assigned responsibilities.

• Develops workflows and control procedures; supports system administration and oversees the development of end-user reports; provides guidance in business process redesign; supports campus stakeholders in consultation with Information Technology staff on systems infrastructure, integration and core system programming issues; establishes controls and processes to monitor systems and data integrity.

• Provides lead work direction to the Information Technology Consultant- Career Analyst and the Administrative Analyst/Specialists team and provides systems support for the application planning/development, testing, installation support, operation, and maintenance of Student Information Systems, Salesforce, database/web applications, imaging systems, electronic data interface.

• Provides support for process mapping and other quality initiatives in collaboration with other areas of the Enrollment Management Division; collaborates with other departments to address business issues and develop/refine processes that improve workflow and maximize the use of available technologies.

What we'd like to see from you:

• A basic foundation of knowledge and skills in technical information systems and application program packages is a prerequisite for this position. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, educational technology, communications, or related fields, or similar certified coursework in applicable fields of study.

• Working knowledge of automated desktop management tools in an enterprise environment, common software application packages, equipment platforms, reference database systems and sources, and training methods and a basic understanding of networks, data communication, and multimedia systems.

• Knowledge of applying standard theories, principles, practice, and techniques applicable to a university/higher education environment; operational analysis and techniques; excellent oral and written communications skills.

• Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved.

• Experience in investigating and analyzing problems that have broad administrative impact and implications.

• Strong systems background as a user or functional developer.

• Experience in using spreadsheets, database query tools and word processing software applications at an advanced level; using/supporting campus core enterprise systems such as Oracle-PeopleSoft (Campus Solutions/Student Administration) and/or other information systems. In addition, produce or retrofit content for accessibility, using tools such as Ally, MS Office and Adobe Acrobat documents, and audio and video transcription/captioning.

Compensation:

Anticipated monthly salary of $6,812 to $7,871 ($81,744 to $94,452 per year).

Relocation assistance is available

What's in it for you:

Why a career with CSU is for You:

The CSU system offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary: https://www2.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf

• Immerse yourself: Being on campus allows you to enjoy renowned sporting events, artist events, world-renowned speakers. Stroll through trails, museums, and enjoy all campus has to offer.

• Tuition waiver: up to 2 courses, or 6 units, per semester for employee, spouse, registered domestic partner or eligible dependent child for any of the 23 campuses.

• Mission driven culture: Transforming the lives of a diverse student body, including first-generation students and under-represented communities.

• Jury duty: The CSU will continue an employee's salary while they are on jury duty, regardless of length of jury service.

• CalPERS Retirement Plan: CalPERS is a defined benefit retirement pension plan. Lifetime medical benefits for you, your spouse, or registered domestic partner. Learn more here: http://www.calpers.ca.gov/

• 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plan (Similar to a 401k plan)

• A healthier you. Access to athletic and gym facilities on campus

• Transportation support. Pre-tax commuter benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination:

The California State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all CSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus).

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