Data Integration Specialist

Data Integration Specialist

Salary

$47,936.47 - $60,465.46 Annually

Location

Winter Haven

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600183

Org

Programming & Data Analysis

Opening Date

08/18/2026

Closing Date

9/1/2026 8:00 AM Eastern

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Description

The Data Integrations Specialist is responsible for the development, maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization of data integrations between Ellucian Banner SaaS and the College's enterprise applications. Reporting to the Manager, Applications and Integrations, this position serves as the primary technical resource for API-based integrations, data exchange processes, SQL development, and data validation activities that support secure and reliable information sharing across institutional systems.

The Data Integrations Specialist works closely with the Banner Operations Lead, functional departments, application owners, vendors, and third-party consultants to ensure enterprise data is accurately, securely, and efficiently exchanged between Banner SaaS, Ethos, Slate, Canvas, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, TeamDynamix, Power BI, Argos, and other institutional platforms.

Essential Functions/Duties

• Design, develop, test, implement, document, and maintain API integrations between Ellucian Banner SaaS and enterprise applications.
• Develop and support Ethos Integration workflows and APIs.
• Create and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, views, and scripts.
• Monitor integration processes and troubleshoot failures.
• Validate data accuracy between source and destination systems.
• Support ODS, Data Warehouse, reporting, and analytics initiatives.
• Maintain integration documentation and technical standards.
• Assist with Banner SaaS upgrades, testing, and vendor changes.
• Support cybersecurity and compliance initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Required Skills:

• SQL development
• API integration experience
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs, JSON, XML, and enterprise integration technologies, including API authentication, data transformation, and secure data exchange methods.
• Knowledge of data governance principles, data stewardship practices, data quality management, source-of-record concepts, and secure data exchange requirements within enterprise higher education systems.
• Understanding of cybersecurity standards and secure application development awareness, analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Working Conditions/Additional Information

• This is a full-time, on-campus position within the Information Technology Services department.
• Must have the ability to work proficiently in a busy, multi-office work area.
• Must be flexible and able to adapt well to changes.
• Work hours may include evenings and weekends as needed to support system upgrades, maintenance windows, and critical operational activities.
• Travel between Polk State College campuses and centers may be required.
• Frequent use of computers and office technology is required.

Salary and Benefits Information

• This position is level P14.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; short-term disability; paid holidays and sick leave; vacation (excluding faculty positions); retirement benefits for eligible employees; and college fee waivers.

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Software Engineering, or related field.

Preferred Education:

• A master's degree in the above fields is preferred.

Required Experience:

• Three years of experience supporting integrations, databases, APIs, enterprise applications, and SQL development.
• Experience developing, supporting, and troubleshooting API-based integrations between enterprise applications, including data mapping, transformation, and synchronization activities.
• Experience validating and reconciling data across multiple systems using SQL queries, reports, and automated processes to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and integrity.
• Experience supporting data governance, data quality, security, and compliance initiatives through the implementation of data validation controls, audit processes, and secure data exchange practices.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with Banner SaaS, Ethos.
• Experience managing and maintaining an ODS or Data Warehouse.
• Experience maintaining data integrations with Slate, Canvas, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Power BI, and Argos.
• Experience in higher education environments.

Alternative Credentials:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 7 years of direct experience.

or

• Associates degree with 5 years of direct experience.

Supplemental Information

Submissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered:

• a resume.
• an electronic job application (all sections MUST be completed).

Important Information

• If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
• Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States. Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship.
• To request Veteran's Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application.
• Polk State College is a drug-free workplace.
• Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation is considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J1, etc.) will not be considered.
• Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.
• Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, or employment. For information about the College's equal access and equal opportunity policies and procedures, or to file a complaint, please contact:

Title IX Coordinator

3425 Winter Lake Road

Lakeland, FL 33803

863.669.2903

compliance@polk.edu

For additional information, visit polk.edu/compliance

We encourage applicants to provide feedback on their experience or request help at Careers@polk.edu.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; short-term disability; paid holidays and sick leave; vacation (excluding faculty positions); retirement benefits for eligible employees; and college fee waivers.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

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Are you over the age of 18?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you currently authorized to work in the United States for any U.S. employer?

• Yes
• No

03

Will you now or in the future require any type of employer sponsorship or immigration-related support to legally work for Polk State College? (This includes but is not limited to the following: H-1B, H-1B1, J-1, TN, E-3, O-1, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT.)

• Yes
• No

04

Are you currently in a period of F-1 CPT or OPT or seeking employment under one of these programs?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you a United States Veteran or a qualifying family member seeking to use Veterans Preference? (Please upload your DD-214 documents to your profile/application.)

• Yes
• No

06

Are you a current employee at Polk State College?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you bilingual?

• Yes
• No

08

I am able to work 100% on campus and I do not require a remote or hybrid schedule.

• Yes
• No

09

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree + 18 graduate hours
• Doctorate Degree

10

Do you have a Bachelor's degree pr higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Software Engineering, or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

11

How many years of professional experience supporting integrations, databases, APIs, enterprise applications, and SQL development do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 3 years of experience
• 3 years but less than 5 years of experience
• 5 years but less than 7 years of experience
• More than 7 years of experience.

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Do you have experience developing, supporting, and troubleshooting API-based integrations between enterprise applications, including data mapping, transformation, and synchronization activities?

• Yes
• No

13

Do you have experience validating and reconciling data across multiple systems using SQL queries, reports, and automated processes to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and integrity?

• Yes
• No

14

Do you have experience supporting data governance, data quality, security, and compliance initiatives through the implementation of data validation controls, audit processes, and secure data exchange practices?

• Yes
• No

15

Do you have experience with Banner SaaS, Ethos?

• Yes
• No

16

Do you have experience managing and maintaining an ODS or Data Warehouse?

• Yes
• No

17

Do you have experience maintaining data integrations with Slate, Canvas, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Power BI, and Argos?

• Yes
• No

18

Do you have experience in higher education environments?

• Yes
• No

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during the interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

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Employer Polk State College

Address 999 Avenue H NE

Winter Haven, Florida, 33881

Phone 8632971055

Website www.polk.edu