Financial Aid Systems & Data Lead

Colorado-Mesa-University; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Colorado Mesa University seeks a Financial Aid Systems & Data Manager to develop and troubleshoot SQL queries, reports, and automation for the Financial Aid Office. You will analyze data quality, implement improvements, and collaborate with IT and campus partners to ensure compliant, efficient financial aid operations.

The role reports to the Director of Financial Aid, with responsibilities spanning data management, reporting, and process optimization.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and troubleshooting SQL queries.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of enterprise applications and data integration.
• Experience with Banner or ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, troubleshoot SQL queries, reports, and scripts.
• Analyze system and data issues, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and data tools for decision‑making.
• Lead system upgrades, patches, and testing coordination.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on system functionality.

Skills

SQL queries

Reporting

Data analysis

Enterprise systems

Troubleshooting

Automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Banner

ERP systems

COGNOS

JavaScript

SQL

Job description

Colorado Mesa University seeks a Financial Aid Systems & Data Manager to develop and troubleshoot SQL queries, reports, and automation for the Financial Aid Office. You will analyze data quality, implement improvements, and collaborate with IT and campus partners to ensure compliant, efficient financial aid operations.

The role reports to the Director of Financial Aid, with responsibilities spanning data management, reporting, and process optimization.