Business Systems Analyst

Job Title

Business Systems Analyst (2504429)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher).
• Three (3) years of full-time professional administrative experience.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Experience designing and documenting workflows.
• Ability to analyze and document complex business processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in business, technology, or finance.
• Expertise in People Soft Campus Solutions, especially financial aid modules.
• SQL and PS Query proficiency for data analysis.
• Experience with external system integrations or third‑party application interfaces.
• Ability to translate user needs into functional system designs.
• Experience working in higher education financial aid operations.

Brief Description of Duties

The Business Systems Analyst serves as a key liaison between functional and technical teams, driving strategic system improvements, compliance, and operational efficiency within financial aid technology. This role integrates business process analysis, systems development, and regulatory compliance to ensure seamless financial aid administration. The analyst provides technical expertise, workflow optimization, and cross‑functional collaboration to enhance financial aid system performance and user experience.

Duties

System Support & Optimization

• Provide daily system support for financial aid operations, troubleshooting production issues.
• Ensure efficient utilization of People Soft Campus Solutions and other financial aid systems.
• Maintain system security, configurations, and access controls.
• Implement data integrity protocols and quality assurance standards.

Business Process Analysis & Strategic Improvement

• Conduct gap analysis to identify inefficiencies and optimize financial aid processes.
• Design and document functional workflows, re‑engineering business processes based on evolving regulations.
• Facilitate process improvement initiatives aligned with institutional goals.
• Translate end‑user needs into actionable system enhancements and automation strategies.

System Integration & Compliance Management

• Oversee data exchanges with internal and external partners, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Facilitate and maintain data security integration.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as liaison between business units and IT, translating technical concepts into functional solutions.
• Support system‑related projects, upgrades, and implementations, including testing and validation phases.
• Facilitate training and knowledge‑sharing for staff across departments.

Reporting & Data Analysis

• Generate and maintain financial aid reports, tracking system performance and compliance.
• Collaborate with finance and enrollment teams on data analytics to drive strategic decision‑making.

Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.

Special Notes

This is a full‑time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.
In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $3,400 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.
We are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

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Job Number

2504429

Official Job Title

Senior Staff Assistant

Job Field

Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)

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