Functional Business Analyst-Financial Aid in Grand Forks or Fargo

***To be considered for this position applicants must apply via the CTS company website: https://cts.ndus.edu/about/careers/ ***

Position #: 00100387

# of positions: 1

LOCATION:
Grand Forks, ND (preferred), Fargo, ND or remote in ND

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT:
This is a full-time, 12-month, benefited position in the 3000 broadband, exempt from FLSA (not overtime eligible).

CLOSING DATE:
Applications received by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 30, 2025 will be given first consideration. Open until filled.

SALARY:
$61,000 (dependent on experience) minimum annual salary plus a competitive benefit package including a generous retirement plan and employer paid family health insurance.

BENEFITS:
Core Technology services offers a competitive benefit package including a generous retirement plan and employer paid family health insurance, basic life insurance, sick leave, annual leave, employee tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, and 10 paid holidays.

JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Campus Solutions, the Business Analyst is responsible for working with personnel from the 11 North Dakota University System offices, and appropriate Board of Higher Education personnel in the maintenance, development, and enhancement of the Campus Solutions system. The Analyst is expected to take a lead role in projects related to support the NDUS System Office including the North Dakota State Aid Management System or ND SAMS, for which he/she is responsible and to ensure business requirements are defined and met.

Although this is a non-technical position and many business problems have non-automated solutions, the Business Analyst requires a high level of technical aptitude to ensure accurate problem analysis. The Business Analyst is responsible for reviews of potential solutions including making the best use of the current system. This person acts as an effective liaison with technical staff, management, end-users and vendors. This person is responsible for ensuring system user’s needs are properly represented to technical staff and technical considerations are properly represented to the user community. This dual communication ensures the Business Analyst adequately represents both communities in decision making. The central worksite for this position is located in Grand Forks, ND, though remote locations are possible.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Education, or a related field or equivalent combination of degree and work experience.
• 2 years work experience and/or expertise related to PeopleSoft Campus Solutions.
• Ability to provide and uphold excellent customer service standards.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills coupled with an established track record for functioning as a strong team member.
• Proficient in Office 365 and/or Microsoft Suite programs (SharePoint, OneNote, Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Occasional travel within North Dakota is required for this position.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule which may include after business hours and weekends, on rare occasions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Federal Financial Aid Regulations and State Policies
• Higher Education experience relating to students success.
• Experience troubleshooting complex computer or system problems.
• Oracle Campus Solutions Student Information System experience.
• Ability to conduct fit/gap sessions and business process analysis.
• Technical skill and experience.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants should apply online at https://cts.ndus.edu/about/careers/ and upload a cover letter specifically addressing the job qualifications, and a current resume. Professional references may be requested.

To be considered for this position, and in order to move forward in the search process applicants must upload:

• Cover letter
• Resume

Applicants who are veterans and eligible to claim veteran’s preference must include Form DD214 with the application for employment; claims for disabled veteran’s preference must include Form DD214 and a letter less than one year old from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD214, a marriage certificate and a letter less than one year old from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs indicating disability, or the veteran’s death certificate. Due to access to restricted information, the successful candidate will be required to complete a satisfactory criminal background check.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and I-9 employment certification is required at hire. There is no sponsorship available for this position.

Persons who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the application or interview process should contact Jane Grinde at (701) 328.4217, or e-mail jane.grinde@ndus.edu. TTY Number 1‑800‑366‑6888.

CONFIDENTIALITY OF APPLICATION MATERIALS: Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are exempt from public record, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified finalists.

EEO/AA STATEMENT: NDUS/Core Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE NOTICE: Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

NO SMOKING NOTICE: As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $61,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Grand Forks, ND 58203: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Grand Forks, ND 58203

Salary : $61,000