SPF Technology Solutions Analyst

California State University, Chico; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Cal Poly Humboldt’s ITS department seeks a Business Systems Analyst II or III to support the Sponsored Programs Foundation (SPF). You will manage SPF’s software ecosystem, align with campus systems, and drive efficiency through procurement, integration, and reporting solutions.

The role oversees SPF technology initiatives, with Level III leading complex projects. This is a full-time, 12-month pay plan position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Job description

Job no: 562193
Work type: Staff
Location: Humboldt
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, Information Systems & Technology, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

Job # 562193

Close Date: November 3 rd , 2026

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(Job #562193) Business Systems Analyst II or Business Systems Analyst III, SPF Technology Solutions Analyst Levels II and III

Anticipated Hiring Range

Business Systems Analyst II

• $6,492 - $7,311 (Step 1 – Step 7)

Business Systems Analyst III

• $7,284 - $9,237 (Step 1 – 13)

Classification Salary Range

Business Systems Analyst II

• $6,492 - $9,458 Per Month (Step 1 – Step 20)

Business Systems Analyst III

• $7,284 - $10,611 Per Month (Step 1 – Step 20)

The University currently anticipates offering compensation within the Anticipated Hiring Range listed in the job posting. The Classification Range represents the full salary range assigned to this position, including potential salary growth over time. Final salary placement is commensurate with experience, internal equity, and budget considerations.

This is a full‑time, benefited, exempt, 12‑month pay plan permanent position with a one‑year probationary period in Information Technology Services (ITS). This position comes with a premium benefits package that includes outstanding vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre‑tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, a fee waiver education program, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 15 paid holidays per year. Additional benefits information can be found at https://www.humboldt.edu/hr/employee-benefits.

Position Summary

Reporting to the ITS Director of Business Operations & Resource Planning, this position provides dedicated ITS support for the Sponsored Programs Foundation (SPF) by managing and advancing SPF’s software ecosystem, ensuring compatibility and compliance with campus systems and policies, and improving efficiency through the procurement and implementation of strategic technology solutions. This position streamlines SPF’s software acquisition, integration, and reporting environment while reducing dependency on general ITS resources. It ensures SPF has access to dedicated expertise to align technology initiatives with grant and contract administration needs and campus IT standards.

This recruitment may be filled at the Business Systems Analyst II or Business Systems Analyst III level. The Level III position independently leads significant or complex SPF technology initiatives under the ITS Director’s general direction, with accountability for delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.

Key Responsibilities

Level II - Systems Liaison and Subject Matter Expertise (25%)

• Serve as a dedicated liaison for procurement, implementation, maintenance, enhancements, issue resolution, and related coordination between SPF, ITS, vendors, and campus partners.
• Act as subject matter expert on SPF’s software environment, integrations, and change management.
• Communicate process changes, system impacts, and implementation considerations to ITS and SPF stakeholders, and develop support materials and documentation for adopted solutions.
• Support and facilitate ITS collaboration on SPF special projects involving data, systems, applications, and reporting tools.
• For more complex initiatives, remain responsible for assigned work while seeking more direct