Anthology System Analyst (Financial Aid)

Position Summary

The Anthology System Analyst deploys software solutions via the Anthology SIS platform. Using expertise in Anthology SIS setup and configuration, and Anthology Portal configuration and administration in relation to Financial Aid, manages and maintains National University’s Student Information System (SIS) to ensure accurate financial aid data configuration and seamless system operations. Additionally, creates and maintains in-house and vendor API services to support data integration objects while working closely with the Information Technology (IT) team to meet the technical needs of our Student Information Systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

System Integration

• Ensure smooth integration of the Anthology platform with other systems, such as customer relationship management (CRM), payment gateways, learning management (LMS) systems, OKTA, and other platforms.

Vendor Management

• Manage vendor communications and build strong partnerships with third-party partners related to the SIS platform and applications that integrate with the SIS platform.

Business Applications

• Develop, configure, and deploy business applications using the Anthology platform, including Anthology SIS, Anthology Portal.
• Monitor system performance.

Documentation

• Maintain clear, detailed technical documentation for both internal use and end users. This includes API documentation, technical user guides, and software architecture documents.

Anthology Workflow

• Create and maintain Workflows within the Anthology SIS including automation, integrated tasks, collaboration, notifications and alerts.
• Other duties as assigned.

System Analyst for Financial Aid

• Initiate new Aid Year propagation.
• Calendar and term setup as related to Financial Aid
• Responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of SIS system in relation to SA/FA.
• Ensure data configuration is correctly input in the SIS for Student Accounts related to Financial Aid.
• Provide troubleshooting assistance.
• Coordinate with IT department leaders on system upgrades following new releases.
• Research and recommend new approaches to improve networked computer systems.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Computer Science or Programming required
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience with SIS Financial Aid systems such as Peoplesoft Campus Solutions or Anthology required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience working in Higher Education required.
  • Or experience working in a technology-driven enterprise in lieu of higher education experience.
• Previous experience working with software support solutions for the Higher Education community a plus.
• All skills, abilities and education will be considered for minimum qualifications.

Competencies /Technical/Functional Skills:

• Skill in analytical and problem-solving techniques.
• Familiarity with Web Services a plus.
• Skilled with SQL, Query Builder, Custom Views, Custom Reports.
• Familiarity with Microsoft BI.
• Knowledge and experience in JSON, XML, SWAGGER, JAVA, API Gateways, RDBMS, SSMS.
• Knowledge and experience in Communication Protocols including HTTP/HTTPS, REST API, Data Transformation tools.
• Skill in exercising independent judgement and acting on it.
• Collaborate with other technical members on the development of applications and systems.
• Ability to work independently on complex software challenges and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess a positive and constructive mindset.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities for improvement both internally and externally to the organization.
• This position requires facility with database systems, including data warehouse environments, and tools for reporting and analyzing structured and unstructured data sources.
• Demonstrate ability at managing work--managing deliverables, scope, schedule, and expectations.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and balance competing priorities.
• Accepts personal accountability, proactively seeks resolution for personal limitations head-on; and supports honesty and respect towards others, the company and oneself.
• Actively seeks to build effective relationships and gain alignment with peers, functional partners and/or external partners to accomplish business objectives. 
• Ability to drive towards achieving measurable and challenging goals to support organizational success. Demonstrates the ability to focus on achieving results consistent with the organization’s objectives.
• Work independently and foster a cooperative spirit within a large and/or small team of diverse cultures, while working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and changing priorities.

Location: Remote

Travel: No Travel Required

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Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies. Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. The minimum salary will be offered based on the minimum exemption threshold based on state of residency. Base pay is one component of National University’s total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family. For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit benefits.nu.edu. For Part-time benefits, please click here.

Compensation Range:

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National University is committed to maintaining a high-quality, diverse workforce representative of the populations we serve. National University employs more than 5,000 faculty and staff and serves over 41,000 students. We are united in our mission to meet the global education demands of the 21st Century and are dedicated to creating a supportive academic and work environment that allows students, faculty and staff to develop their interests and talents while experiencing a sense of community and a commitment to diversity. With programs available both online and at our many campus locations, National University is a leader in creating innovative solutions to education and meeting the needs of our diverse student population, including adult learners and working professionals.

National University offers an opportunity to work in an innovative environment that supports diversity.

National University (NU) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a diverse mix of highly talented, innovative and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University. We are focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, color, ancestry, age, family care status, veteran status, marital status, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and other legally protected group status.