Enrollment Management Analyst

Posting Number:

20112549

Position Title:

Enrollment Management Analyst

FTE:

1.00

Position Type:

Staff

Department:

Student Financial Aid

Job Summary/Basic Function:

About This Role:

The Enrollment Management Analyst is responsible for supporting the Division of Enrollment Management with a variety of third-party systems, reporting applications and databases – including, but not limited to, Ellucian Banner, Evisions Argos reporting solution, Banner Document Management System (BDMS), CampusLogic, National Student Loan Data System for Students reporting system and other systems used within the Student Aid office. The primary focus for this position is to support the functional users through administration, systems analysis, and process development. The EM Analyst will also provide troubleshooting and technical support for all systems utilized within Student Aid. We look for motivated individuals with a demonstrated aptitude for technology, a customer service mentality and the willingness and ability to learn new tools and technologies.
This position is expected to provide analysis, consultation, documentation and serve as the primary functional contact for all software solutions. This is accomplished by gathering and assessing information to define requirements, developing procedures, developing test plans, creating reports, querying data, and attending meetings related to system updates or implementation. Other duties include attending conferences, seminars and training sessions. This position requires occasional after hours and/or weekend support of operations.
What You’ll Do – Position Duties

As a member of our team, you will have an impact on our clients through accomplishment of the following responsibilities:

• Provide functional leadership for aid software systems within Student Aid.
• Stay aware of all upcoming Banner updates/patches and how they impact the current environment
• Prepare project status reports and keep management, users, and others informed of project status and related issues
• Create weekly Excel dashboards with pivot tables for data reporting
• Meet with users and staff to determine the impact of proposed changes in hardware or software for users
• Participate in the planning of upgrades to the ERP system (Ellucian Banner) as well as student aid software including the evaluation of the effort involved, the steps required, and the distribution of information related to operational changes
• Perform analysis and design by meeting with functional users to discuss business needs; documenting requirements and risks
• Serves as a liaison between Student Aid, Information Technology (IT) technical staff and Management Information Analysis (MIA) group.
• Responds to request for complex queries from the ERP, gathers, compiles and performs initial data analysis; develops systematic documentation of computer applications written for the Student Aid offices.
• Provides problem resolution
  

Who We Are:

Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• State of Texas Retirement plans
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.
• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar UniversityMinimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• Minimum of three years of related experience or at least ten years of directly related experience will be considered
• Capability to perform in a dynamic and team-oriented environment is essential
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Proven time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, communicate project status and provide leadership and direction for assigned initiatives
• Ability to work with functional business units and coordinate technological solutions to meet business needs
• Strong desktop automation skills including effective use of excel spreadsheets and the ability to use tools in conjunction with databases
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, vendors and the public are required.
• Strong written, oral and organizational skills
• Strong functional knowledge of the Banner ERP System in the Student Aid modules is preferred

EEO Statement:

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement:

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Security Sensitive Statement:

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary:

Commensurate

Posting Date:

12/19/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes