Asst. Director/Applications Manager

MVSU International; Mississippi; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MVSU International in Kentucky seeks an Application Manager in higher education to oversee university-wide software applications, including SIS, LMS, and ERP platforms, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and efficient support for academic and administrative functions.

You will lead implementation and optimization of platforms such as Ellucian Banner, Canvas, Argos, and DegreeWorks, provide user training, oversee updates, and collaborate with IT and academic offices to generate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS (Master’s preferred).
• Experience with SQL, Oracle, cloud computing (AWS, Azure), and enterprise applications.
• Familiarity with student records, admissions, financial aid, and academic scheduling systems.
• Strong analytical skills to diagnose and resolve application issues.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical university staff.
• Experience managing application-related projects within a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation, maintenance, and optimization of applications such as Ellucian Banner, Canvas, Argos, IntelliCheck, FormFusion, DegreeWorks, and other educational platforms.
• Provide technical assistance to faculty, staff, and students regarding application functionality and troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with FERPA, HIPAA, and other regulatory standards to protect student and institutional data.
• Work with IT teams to integrate third-party applications with existing university systems.
• Develop user guides and conduct training sessions for faculty and administrative staff.
• Manage software updates, patches, and new feature implementations.
• Partner with academic departments, registrars, financial aid offices, and IT teams to align applications with institutional needs.
• Generate reports and dashboards to support decision-making in enrollment, retention, and academic performance.

Skills

SQL

Oracle

Cloud AWS/Azure

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS

Master’s preferred

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Canvas

Argos

FormFusion

DegreeWorks

Job description

An Application Manager in higher education plays a crucial role in managing and optimizing university-wide software applications, including student information systems ( SIS ), learning management systems ( LMS ), and enterprise resource planning ( ERP ) platforms. This position ensures that applications support academic and administrative functions efficiently while aligning with institutional goals.

Some key responsibilities would include:

• Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of applications such as Ellucian Banner, Canvas, Argos, IntelliCheck, FormFusion, DegreeWorks, and other educational platforms.
• Provide technical assistance to faculty, staff, and students regarding application functionality and troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with FERPA , HIPAA , and other regulatory standards to protect student and institutional data.
• Work with IT teams to integrate third-party applications with existing university systems.
• Develop user guides and conduct training sessions for faculty and administrative staff.
• Manage software updates, patches, and new feature implementations.
• Partner with academic departments, registrars, financial aid offices, and IT teams to align applications with institutional needs.
• Generate reports and dashboards to support decision-making in enrollment, retention, and academic performance. These reports include but are not limited to reports requested by IHL , local, state and federal governments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience with SQL , Oracle, cloud computing ( AWS , Azure), and enterprise applications.
• Familiarity with student records, admissions, financial aid, and academic scheduling systems.
• Strong analytical skills to diagnose and resolve application issues.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical university staff.
• Experience managing application-related projects within a university setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ellucian Banner Certification
• Project Management Professional ( PMP )
• Certified Application Analyst ( CAA )

Physical Demands

Lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs., stooping, bending, kneeling, squatting, walking, standing, sitting, climbing, balancing (e.g. climbing, working from ladder), use of hands to finger, handle, or feel; physical coordination (sequential or simultaneous use of hands, arms, feet and legs); eye-hand coordination; close vision (clear vision at 20’ or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20’ or more); color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors); depth perception (ability to judge distance spatial relationships); hearing; cognitive ability (clear thinking ability, discernment and ability to make decisions. Read, write, problem-solve, use of discretion.).

Posting Number

Posting Number SF786P

Open Date

Open Date 06/04/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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