Enrollment Services Programmer Analyst
Ferris State University College of Business · Big Rapids, MI · 1 mo ago
Engineering$51k–$54k/yrFull-time
About the role
This position develops, executes, measures, and evaluates student data to produce accurate reporting and analysis for the Enrollment Services Unit and the University.
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 Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Administration, and Finance.
- Identify and recommend innovative solutions to complement and enhance processes and student services.
- Support and develop essential Financial Aid processes, including FAFSA data load, aid packaging and awarding, satisfactory academic progress, 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, including 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.
- Maintain and monitor 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 to support management decision making that includes the University’s Strategic Plan.
- Develop and support data visualization solutions to support University planning and decision making.
- Cultivate 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.
Requirements
- Two years of work experience with data development, analysis, and reporting, or a combination of work experience and education/training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities.
- Authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in Computer Information Systems or a related field.
Skills
- 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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.).
Pay
- $51,000 - $54,000 salary commensurate with education, experience, and other requirements.
Schedule
- Full-Time