What are the responsibilities and job description for the Analyst Programmer 1 position at Portland State University?
Position Details
Proposed Start Date
05/16/2025
Classification Title
Analyst Programmer 1
Working Title
Analyst Programmer 1
Department
331241 - FAO Financial Aid
Position Number
D90943
Representation
OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503
Position FTE
1.0
End date, if applicable
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.
More than 22,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
Position Summary
The Analyst Programmer 1 (AP1) supports the primary Banner production administrator by overseeing batch posting requirements, record load, and file clean up reports. This position is responsible for report writing and some data analytics. The AP1 assists with start of term and aid year set-up, as well as end of term processing and aid-year close-out. The AP1 is responsible for processing discrepancy lists, resolving duplicate files, and file transfer with the Department of Education. They also support programming and implementation of communication campaigns from the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships, electronic form creation and maintenance, and scholarship application system support.
Minimum Qualifications from Classification
This classification requires a basic foundation of knowledge and skills in systems analysis and related programming support functions generally obtained by a bachelor’s degree in computer science, or an equivalent amount of training and applied experience.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer-related discipline and two years’ experience in
systems analysis and programming and/or systems software and support.
Experience with Ellucian Banner and OnBase systems at an institution of higher education.
At least one year working in a financial aid office
systems analysis and programming and/or systems software and support.
Experience with Ellucian Banner and OnBase systems at an institution of higher education.
At least one year working in a financial aid office
Key Cultural Competencies
- Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
- Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
- Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting monthly salary rate for this position will be between $3,994 and $4,793 at 1.0 FTE. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. PSU’s excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities
Application Instructions
Additional Information
Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Please include the names, email addresses and phone numbers for 3 professional references.
Background Check Required
Yes
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