Ellucian Colleague Contractors (1099)

Strata Information Group; United States; On-site; USD 96,432 - 117,096; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Opportunity to work on diverse projects

Ongoing contracting opportunities

Job summary

A leading higher education technology consulting firm is seeking experienced contractors with expertise in Ellucian Colleague to support various projects. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years in higher education and the ability to manage deliverables independently. This role offers flexibility with remote work options and competitive hourly rates ranging from $70 to $85. Engage in short-term or long-term contracts based on the firm's current needs.

Qualifications

• 5 or more years working in Higher Education.
• Previous consulting or contractor experience preferred.
• Availability for short-term or long-term contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support implementations, upgrades, and integrations for Ellucian Colleague.
• Collaborate with functional users and IT staff.
• Develop documentation and knowledge transfer materials.

Skills

Expertise in Ellucian Colleague

Strong communication skills

Documentation skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Ellucian Colleague Functional & Technical Contractors

Remote

Strata Information Group (SIG) is a trusted leader in higher ‑ education technology consulting, supporting colleges and universities with ERP/SIS modernization, digital transformation, CRM, cybersecurity, and strategic advisory services. As a long ‑ standing and deeply embedded partner within the higher ‑ education sector, SIG brings together technical depth, operational insight, and a culture rooted in integrity, collaboration, and exceptional client service. Our heritage is built on hands ‑ on expertise, genuine relationships, and a commitment to delivering value with humility and excellence—values that continue to define us as we scale.

Ellucian Colleague Functional & Technical Contractors (Multiple Specialties)

Overview

We are building a bench of experienced Ellucian Colleague contractors to support current and future initiatives across multiple functional and technical areas. These contractors will be engaged on an as‑needed basis for implementations, upgrades, integrations, reporting, staff augmentation and operational support.

This is an excellent opportunity for independent consultants and contractors who enjoy flexible, project‑based work in higher education environments.

Areas of Expertise We’re Seeking

We are interested in candidates with expert levell hands on experience in one or more of the following Ellucian Colleague areas:

Functional Modules

• Student (Admissions, Registration, Records)
• Finance (GL, AP, AR)
• Human Resources & Payroll
• Accounts Receivable / Student Finance

Technical & Reporting

• Colleague Core / Data Model
• Envision / UniBasic Programming
• Data Connect: Creation and management of integration pipelines.
• Intelligent Processes: Automated workflows to streamline processes.
• Intelligent Learning Platform (ILP): Integration with learning management systems.
• Informer
• Colleague Studio, Self-Service, ELF
• Custom forms, rules, and workflows
• Data conversions and system upgrades
• Provide functional or technical expertise for Ellucian Colleague projects
• Support system implementations, upgrades, and optimizations
• Troubleshoot issues and recommend solutions
• Collaborate with functional users, IT staff, and vendors
• Develop documentation and knowledge transfer materials
• Participate in project meetings as required

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise working with Ellucian Colleague (functional and/or technical)
• 5 or more years working in Higher education
• Previous consulting or contractor experience
• Ability to work independently and manage deliverables
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Availability to engage in short‑term or long‑term contracts
• Experience supporting Colleague SaaS environments (nice to have)

Why Join SIG's Contractor Bench?

• Opportunity to work on diverse Colleague initiatives
• Remote work options
• Ongoing opportunities as projects arise
• Hourly contractor rates between $70 and $85

The listed salary range for this position is indicative and subject to adjustment based on the candidate's unique skills and location. Final compensation will be determined through mutual agreement between the successful candidate and SIG.

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