Lead Systems Analyst

Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State University seeks a Lead Systems Analyst to manage the ESG-Finance team and optimize Banner Finance operations across campuses. You will collaborate with Finance counterparts to prioritize development, troubleshoot issues, and maintain existing processes.

The role requires a Bachelor's in computer science or related field, strong SQL/PL/SQL skills, and experience guiding technical staff in complex administrative systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with relevant work experience.
• Experience analyzing, designing, and implementing complex administrative systems.
• Strong SQL/PLSQL skills and database-driven programming.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead ESG-Finance team operations and align with Finance priorities.
• Analyze user requirements and design technical solutions for Banner Finance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain major software systems.
• Coordinate problem resolution and inter-team collaboration.

Skills

SQL

PL/SQL

Team supervision

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Oracle database

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 27055. For questions regarding this position, please contact: Nathan Fromelt [e-mail] 406-994-5181

Classification

Title Computer Sys Analyst III, Working Title Lead Systems Analyst

Brief Position Overview

Lead the Enterprise Service Group (ESG) Finance team to support the four-campus Banner Finance operations. Collaborate with business counterparts to establish project priorities, address reported issues, and maintain existing processes.

Position Information

Position Number: 4M0954

Department: UIT Enterprise Services Group CUF Division VP for Information Technology

Appointment Type: Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester

From date: […], End date: […]

FLSA: Exempt

Union Affiliation: Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE: 1.0

Benefits: Eligible

Eligible Salary: Salary range of $70,000 to $98,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

Contract Type: Classified Hourly

Recruitment Type: Open

General Statement

In support of the Montana State University mission, University Information Technology (UIT) promotes, develops, delivers, and facilitates the use of information technology services and resources. The Enterprise Services Group is responsible for technical support of all major computer-based administrative applications for the four-campus MSU system. MSU uses Ellucian Banner software, running on an Oracle database, for the majority of its administrative tasks. Primary modules include Human Resources, Finance, Student, and Financial Aid.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Director of Enterprise Services, the Lead Systems Analyst performs professional level work implementing and supporting the on-going operations for the Ellucian Banner information system and for related custom applications and workflows used with the Finance information systems across the four-campuses of Montana State University.

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of the ESG-Finance team
• Collaborate directly with the Finance business counterparts to identify priority development and support efforts for Finance information systems across MSU campuses
• Foster positive and effective working relationships
• Provide systems analysis including assessing user requirements, analyzing alternatives, designing preferred solutions, specifying technical requirements, developing software modules, implementing solutions, and maintaining major software systems
• Manage projects and tasks associated with development and maintenance efforts
• Coordinate technical problem resolution
• Participate in joint efforts with other Banner teams and committees that interface or interact with Banner Finance systems.
• Serve on other university committees providing leadership and technical counsel.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, plus recent directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successful experience analyzing, designing, specifying, developing, programming, enhancing, and implementing complex administrative application systems that use relational database management systems and transaction processing techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain effective working relationships with varied constituents using appropriate interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and current intermediate or expert experience in applications programming with an emphasis on SQL, PL/SQL, and/or database driven programming with modern software development tools.
• Successful experience managing multiple projects, prioritizing user requests, and delegating tasks to team members.
• Successful experience hiring, training, supervising, and mentoring technical staff.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience with university ERP systems (Ellucian Banner preferred).
• Experience with design, development, and deployment of integration components.
• Experience with design, development, deployment, and maintenance of applications employing ORACLE enterprise-wide relational database management systems, SQL, PL/SQL, or other modern software architecture.
• Experience using reporting development tools.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Possess exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain technical information to a non-technical audience.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, effectively prioritize competing demands, and facilitate the work of others using effective time and project management skills.
• Demonstrate leadership and excellent conflict management skills.
• Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers and the public in a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrate commitment to service excellence with the ability to collaborate with and view processes and products from the lens of constituents/end users.
• Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
• Demonstrate ability to represent MSU and University Information Technology (UIT) and its programs to others in a professional and courteous manner.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

This is a full-time, on-site position based at our Bozeman, Montana campus. Occasional travel will be required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Posting Detail Information

Number Of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: Upon Completion Of a Successful Search

Position End Date (if Temporary): Open

Open Date: Close Date: Applications Will Be Screening of applications will begin on August 31, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Applicant Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter