Banner Technical Consultant (Financial Aid Module)

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Hiring Remotely in USA
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Senior level
Information Technology • Consulting
The Role
The Banner Technical Consultant focuses on implementing and optimizing the Banner Financial Aid module, involving technical configurations, integrations, and user training within higher education institutions.
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Strata Information Group (SIG) Solves Problems. We are a team of dedicated professionals deeply committed to excellence and innovation. SIG has been a trusted partner to over 1,000 higher education institutions globally since our inception in 1988. Our solution sets include Strategy & Optimization Consulting, Enterprise Applications Implementation and Managed Services, Data Services, and Cybersecurity.

SIG values client satisfaction, integrity, and expertise in higher education. We embrace diversity, collaboration, and personal growth in our inclusive environment.

Position Summary 

Are you passionate about leveraging technology to enhance educational institutions? Do you thrive on solving complex challenges within the higher education landscape? This may be your perfect opportunity to join our innovative team as an Ellucian Banner Technical/Financial Aid Consultant. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Ellucian Banner Technical Consultant with a Financial Aid focus to support the technical configurations, integrations, and coding requirements for the Banner Financial Aid module. This full-time position offers a chance to make a significant impact by enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of financial aid operations in higher education institutions.

Consulting & Implementation

  • Collaborate with clients to implement and integrate the Ellucian Banner software suite and related applications, ensuring seamless functionality.
  • Provide expert guidance on Banner Financial Aid setup, configuration, and optimization.

Technical Development & Configuration

  • Design, develop, and optimize Oracle SQL and PL/SQL scripts for Banner Financial Aid rules.
  • Configure and troubleshoot Banner pages, jobs, and functions to support financial aid operations.
  • Manage security access requests and permissions for Banner Financial Aid pages.
  • Set up and execute the New Year Roll process for financial aid systems.

Automation & Reporting

  • Develop custom popsels and batch posting processes (e.g., RORPOST/RORBPST).
  • Create and refine Oracle SQL queries for Banner rules, including:
    • RORRULES (tracking, fund disbursement, awarding, packaging, SAP, budgets)
    • RBRABRC (algorithmic budgeting)
    • RORALGO (general algorithmic processing)
    • RPRALGR (algorithmic packaging)
  • Build enterprise reporting solutions (e.g., Evisions Argos) with dashboards, automated emails, and data processing tools.
  • Maintain BDM tracking updates and automate document imaging processes using VBScript/PowerShell.

Job Scheduling & Automation

  • Develop and maintain job scheduling workflows (e.g., Automic/UC4) for:
    • Data loads, batch postings, Pletter generation, automated downloads
    • File transfers to the Department of Education and state agencies
  • Develop and troubleshoot Linux shell scripts for scheduled processes.

Testing & Compliance

  • Test Banner updates, patches, and state-delivered modifications to ensure system stability.
  • Develop SQL queries for institutional research, ad hoc reporting, and compliance reporting (IPEDS, NPSAS, HEERF, etc.).

Training & Support

  • Troubleshoot end-user issues related to Banner pages, jobs, and functions.
  • Train users on Banner Financial Aid system functionality and best practices.

Required Qualifications

  • Previous Higher Ed Work Experience: 5+ years supporting Banner functionality within the Financial Aid Department of a higher education institution.
  • Consulting and Training Experience: Ability to deliver high-quality client service, create strategies and train users on the Banner system.
  • SQL & PL/SQL Programming: Develop and optimize queries, procedures, and scripts for Ellucian Banner Financial Aid.
  • Reporting Experience: Expertise in Envisions Argos to design, develop, and maintain reports, dashboards, and automated workflows.
  • Document Management: Experience implementing and supporting Banner Document Management or other imaging systems.
  • Automation Tools: Experience automating batch processes with Automic Applications Manager (UC4) or similar software.
  • Self-Management: The ability to manage multiple projects independently and solve problems effectively.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong customer service approach.
  • Team Collaboration: A strong desire to learn, collaborate, and innovate with team members and clients.
  • Flexibility: The ability to travel as needed.

Pay and Benefits

  • The salary range is $90,000 -$125,000 plus bonus
  • Health, Vision, Dental & Life Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 3 Weeks Vacation, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays
  • 401(K) with a 5% Employer Contribution
  • Pet Insurance


The listed salary range for this position is indicative and subject to adjustment based on the candidate's unique skills and location. Final compensation will be determined through mutual agreement between the successful candidate and SIG.

SIG is an Equal Employment Opportunity

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Top Skills

Automic Applications Manager (Uc4)
Ellucian Banner
Evisions Argos
Linux Shell Scripts
Oracle Sql
Pl/Sql
Powershell
Vbscript
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The Company
HQ: San Diego, CA
143 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1987

What We Do

Strata Information Group (SIG) assists colleges & universities with IT initiatives that enhance services to students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community. SIG is one of the largest privately held providers of technology support and services to higher education .

SIG is continuously sourcing talent for potential future need. Highly qualified individuals with expertise in the following are encouraged to visit our careers page and apply:

• Banner® Student, Student A/R, Financial Aid, and Finance/HR
• Database administration
• Business process analysis
• Account management
• Project management
• Onsite IT management
• Colleague® Finance/HR

Individuals interested in joining the SIG team should have strong technical, functional, or project management skills, strong communication skills, and the ability to quickly establish effective relationships with new clients and rapidly gain the confidence and trust of the staff of the institution in their personal capabilities as well as in SIG.

Visit us at sigcorp.com/careers.

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