Business Analyst Senior

Arizona State University; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University’s Registrar Technology Services is hiring a Senior Business Analyst to define system requirements, analyze data, and support processes across class registration, grading, degrees, and PeopleSoft Student Records.

The position offers a salary range of $82,500 to $84,900 with experience, and requires a Bachelor's degree plus five years' relevant work. It involves collaboration with IT and business units to optimize reporting, testing, and documentation on the Tempe campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with PeopleSoft Campus Solutions or similar SIS.
• SQL reading/writing and report development.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply PeopleSoft and Student Records expertise to meet registrar needs.
• Maintain PeopleSoft configuration and service indicators.
• Schedule batch processes and test changes in PeopleSoft.
• Develop and validate queries and reports for enrollment and retention.
• Lead multiple projects and coordinate with IT and business teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

DBeaver

Hyperion Studio

Alteryx

Microsoft BI

PeopleSoft Query Manager

Job description

Job Profile

Business and Data Analyst 3

Job Family

Business and Data Analytics

Time Type

Full time

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary

Defines systems requirements, makes recommendations for technology selection, and performs moderately complex data analysis to ensure data management objectives within a work unit are met.

Job Description

Position Salary Range: $82,500 - $84,900 per year; offer dependent on experience

Do you enjoy working as a member of a highly skilled and empowered team? Do you have a talent for increasing efficiency and accuracy with technological solutions? Do you have a passion for data and analysis? Do you enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Join Registrar Technology Services and become a key member of the team! We are hiring a Business Analyst Sr., which is a specialized, technically oriented position that serves an important role in supporting and transforming processes including but not limited to class registration, grading, awarding degrees and PeopleSoft Student Records.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship by the Office of University Registrar Services; therefore, the applicant must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Essential Duties

• Applies functional expertise of PeopleSoft and Student Records to address needs for University Registrar Services and the University.
• Maintains PeopleSoft configuration including student groups, checklist items, and service indicator codes.
• Schedule and maintain batch processes that update records in PeopleSoft.
• Provide in-depth testing of Student Records changes delivered with PeopleSoft updates.
• Defines functional specifications, creates test scenarios, tests, implements and maintains system enhancements and documentation.
• Defines, develops, and executes test plans and other QA assessments.
• Designs, develops and validates queries and reports related to enrollment and retention using PeopleSoft and the ASU data warehouse for the University and for operations within University Registrar Services.
• Develops queries and reports using PeopleSoft Query Manager and tools including DBeaver and Hyperion Studio.
• Manages multiple, large projects simultaneously across multiple functions and/or units.
• Designs and recommends alternative solutions to improve existing processes and systems.
• Defines requirements, develops project plans and specifications, establishes deadlines, tracks progress and manages timelines.
• Plans and conducts meetings as needed, documents decisions, tasks, and minutes Collaborates with other university technical staff on a variety of topics including Enterprise Technology (ET) to ensure optimal use and efficiency of applications and related resources.
• Coordinates PeopleSoft production processing with Enterprise Technology (ET) production support and assists in resolving production issues.
• Leads, coaches and trains other analysts on team and ensures department deadlines are met.
• Assists in troubleshooting processes and systems.
• Develops and maintains systems and procedures documentation and user job aids.
• Provides training to Registrar and other university staff on new and enhanced processes.
• Establishes and maintains effective communications with customers, other technology specialists and vendors.
• Serves as liaison between the business units, technology teams, and support teams.
• Translates technical language into language suitable for non-technical people.
• Presents materials and processes in a format appropriate to the audience.
• Collaborates in teams with others on a variety of technology and technology support projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of higher education administrative systems and related business principles.
• Experience with University Registrar Services policies and procedures.
• Experience working with PeopleSoft Campus Solutions or other Student Information System.
• Experience creating queries with DBeaver, Alteryx, Hyperion Studio, Microsoft BI and PeopleSoft Query Manager.
• Experience reading and writing SQL.
• Experience analyzing complicated problems and utilizing critical thinking to solve problems and make decisions.
• Experience in project management, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business needs, defining business requirements and scope, time and resource management, creating and maintaining documentation, communication with developers and stakeholders, testing, and implementing.
• Experience in work that requires attention to detail, analytical skills, time management, and organizational skills.
• Experience in identifying conceptual solutions that are technically feasible.
• Experience with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.).
• Experience using advanced Excel features including formatting, filtering, sorting, formulas, quick analysis, tables, pivots and charts.
• Evidence of effective communication skills.
• Experience performing effectively as a member of a team.

Working Environment

Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse. Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.

Department Statement

In support of the university’s mission and goals, Academic Enterprise Enrollment advances awareness of Arizona State University as the New American University through data-informed strategies that enroll and support a student population reflective of its vision across campus and digital immersion environments. AEE brings professionalism and discipline to the formulation of enrollment strategy and the refinement of enrollment processes and is an effective collaborator with our college and school colleagues and other enrollment partners within the Academic Enterprise, the Knowledge Enterprise, the Learning Enterprise and EdPlus. AEE comprises the following units: Academic Enterprise Communications; Academic Enterprise Enrollment Solutions; Admission Services; Financial Aid and Scholarship Services; the International Students and Scholars Center; the Pat Tillman Veterans Center; Technology and Data Solutions; and University Registrar Services.

Academic Enterprise Enrollment Core Values

• Make the human connection: We commit to listen, offer empathy and show compassion.
• Drive success with teamwork: We solve problems with collaboration and creativity.
• Promote a thriving community: We recognize work-life balance and embrace our individual differences.
• Go above and beyond: We share our time, talents and expertise to make an impact in all that we do.
• See the extraordinary through our efforts: We support those who are pursuing their dreams.
• Lead with respect and positive intent in every situation: We communicate openly, genuinely and with transparency.

ASU offers an array of employee benefits, including reduced tuition for employees, their spouses and dependents; competitive rates for health and life benefits; a wellness program; disability and leave program; paid holidays; and retirement programs. Visit https://cfo.asu.edu/hr-benefits for further details, as well as https://cfo.asu.edu/hr-applicant for a message from ASU President Michael M. Crow to future ASU employees.

Driving Requirement

Driving is not required for this position.

Location

Campus: Tempe

Funding

No Federal Funding

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.