Salary: $54,417.00 – $68,500.00 Annually
Location : Youngstown, OH
Job Type: Professional Administrative
Job Number: 202300107
Division: Finance & Business Operations
Department: IT Data Analytics
Opening Date: 07/20/2023
Bargaining Unit Status: Association of Professional Administrative Staff (APAS)
Salary Grade: H7
Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
Summary of Position
Manages technology in support of the activities and needs of assigned operational business unit(s) according to all applicable policies, regulations, laws, and other guidelines including those governing Information Technology Services (ITS). Provides superior customer service to the assigned operational business unit(s); optimizes technological solutions, and manages software utilized. Enables business and academic units to better serve the undergraduate and graduate academic community using current technological solutions. Responsible for data extraction, reporting, and analysis using current reporting tools and the appropriate data sources. Acts as an advocate for new solutions through the application of technologies and works closely with ITS colleagues and other offices; supports and enhances business and academic functions in an affordable and efficient manner.
Position Information
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Manages technology solutions for business and academic units. Provides technical support for incorporating and updating business workflows and processes in a system; responsible for upgrades, testing, and modifications; serves as liaison with internal and external contacts.
Manages technology projects and initiatives relative to their respective assigned business and academic areas. Keeps academic and business areas informed of upcoming system upgrades, releases and modifications that may cause a reduction in system performance or availability. Assists with evaluation and testing of system upgrades, releases, and modifications.
Manages software for business and academic units as assigned by manager; administers security roles and permissions; implements system and process changes from various business and academic units; assists with project planning and scheduling.
Researches and implements technology solutions to ensure they are consistent with applicable policies, regulations, guidelines, and institutional goals; provides customer service and support to various departments/colleges; maintains and updates software solutions to best fit the needs of faculty, staff, and students.
Analyzes and extracts data to evaluate, propose, develop, and distribute reports using current standard reporting tools; maximizes information available from Banner, ensures the integrity of data and resulting reports; develops regular error reports.
Assists with technical design and implementation of electronic process workflows and forms to enhance efficiency of business and academic functions. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Functions and Responsibilities: Performs other related duties as assigned.
Equipment Operated: Computer and all other standard office equipment.
Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday.
Supervision Exercised: None
Reports to: Director, IT Data Analytics
Qualifications and Competencies
Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: University policies and procedures*; office practices and procedures; department/division goals and objectives*; department/division policies and procedures*; workplace safety practices and procedures*; English grammar and spelling; records management; office management; project management.
Skill in: Use of office equipment; typing, data entry; computer operation; use of computer software and other programs applicable to the assigned department/division*.
Ability to: Collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; determine material and equipment needs; compile and prepare reports; use proper research methods to gather data; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; maintain records according to established procedures; effectively interact with personnel and public to answer routine questions; train or instruct others; move quickly and effectively from one tasks to another; work independently and in a team environment; develop and maintain effective working relationships.
(*) Developed after employment.
Minimum Qualifications: At least a bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in the analysis and support of business applications; experience using reporting tools; experience working with a team of technical staff.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience providing operational support for technology related educational software applications; experience with Ellucian Banner ERP, Ellucian CRM or similar applications; experience providing operational support for human resources or payroll applications; experience with WebFocus, SQL, PL-SQL, Power BI, or similar reporting software; experience managing projects/initiatives to successful completion.
At Youngstown State University we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees live healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. YSU offers two options for medical plans, optional dental and vision insurance and life insurance. These plans are reviewed annually to maintain competitiveness while being cost effective. In addition, YSU offers tuition remission, 403(b) and 457 retirement planning options, as well as state pension programs and optional voluntary life insurance benefits.
Medical Mutual of Ohio Medical plans
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Group Life Insurance (University Sponsored and Voluntary)
Group Long Term Disability (University Sponsored and Voluntary)
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Tuition remission
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Initiatives
Sick Leave
Vacation Accrual
Paid Holidays
State Retirement Programs
403b and 457b Voluntary Retirement Options
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What is the highest level of education that you have attained?
- Did not complete high school.
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- Some college
- Associate’s degree
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
- Doctoral degree
- Post doctoral degree
- Juris doctor degree
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Do you have at least two years of experience in the analysis and support of business applications?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have experience using reporting tools?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have experience working with a team of technical staff?
- Yes
- No
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Please describe your related experience.
Required Question