| Location | Michigan |
| Position Title: | Enterprise Application Analyst 1 | |
| Location: | Big Rapids (Main Campus) | |
| Department: | 54500 - Enterprise Applications | |
| Advertised Salary: | $60,892. See Job Summary for details on salary placement. Salary commensurate with education, experience, and other requirements. | |
| Benefits: | Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position. | |
| FLSA: | Exempt | |
| Temporary/Continuing: | Continuing | |
| Part-Time/Full-Time: | Full-Time | |
| Union Group: | N/A | |
| Term of Position: | 12 Month | |
| At Will/Just Cause: | Just Cause | |
| Summary of Position: | Performs routine business analysis work, including gathering, developing, and documenting user requirements; reviewing, assessing, and developing processes to carry out department-level functions; creating and validating automation and reports based on user input and testing; and assisting with post-implementation system support. Works under moderate supervision, can handle multiple projects at once, and works well with IT and functional teams. The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H1B, etc. Offers are determined based on a review of the candidate's qualifications, including education, training, and experience, as well as internal pay equity considerations. Placement within the range will generally be based on the following factors: Entry-Range: Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and core requirements of the position. Mid-Range: Candidates with three or more years of directly related professional experience who demonstrate proficiency in the key responsibilities of the role. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's overall qualifications, experience, and alignment with the University's compensation philosophy in consultation with Human Resources. | |
| Position Type: | Staff | |
| Required Education: | Associate's degree in an IT-related area. | |
| Required Work Experience: | At least 6-12 months as a business analyst or in a similar position | |
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| Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: | Bachelor's degree, preferably in an IT-related field. Experience in Ellucian Banner Experience with SQL Experience with Job Automation Experience with 3rd party integration | |
| Essential Duties/Responsibilities: | Gathers, analyzes, and documents user requirements, business processes, and problems to automate or improve existing systems. Elicits and documents business needs for new systems. Analyzes program policies and procedures to determine their effect on automated systems and system functional areas. Assist senior analysts in developing and/or reviewing complex system documents to convey business requirements and support efficient system design. Assist the senior analyst in developing, documenting, and revising system design procedures, test procedures, and quality standards. Assist the senior analyst on tasks including project or functional requirements, functional design, functional configuration, testing, and documentation. Assist the senior analyst in creating, diagnosing, and repairing application chain processes in accordance with guidelines and approved methods. Works with other Analysts for primary and backup functions of multiple processes and applications. Works under the supervision of a manager or senior analyst. Able to handle multiple projects at once and work well with teams of both IT and functional users. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws. Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information pursuant to university policies and/or state or federal laws. Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. Supports, promotes, and develops university student enrollment and retention initiatives. Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. | |
| Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: | Work closely with other IT staff during peak times to ensure coverage of systems and services. Other duties as assigned. | |
| Skills and Abilities: | Assists in the design, development, and implementation of data reporting and business intelligence systems. Performs data analysis and reporting. Write queries and procedures in PL/SQL; requires experience with relational databases. Works with other lead workers to facilitate technology needs, specifically in higher education. Attend conferences and report back on key findings and initiatives observed among other vendors and industries. Assist with mentoring, teaching, and guiding student employees. Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences. | |
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| Initial Application Review Date: | November 9, 2026 | |
| Open Until Position is Filled?: | Yes | |
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| EEO Statement: | Ferris State University, an Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to cultivating an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences within its community, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. | |
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