What are the responsibilities and job description for the Enrollment Services Programmer Analyst position at Ferris State University College of Business?
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Work type: Staff
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Information Technology, Staff
Position Title: Enrollment Services Programmer Analyst Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus) Department:
61100 - Admissions
Advertised Salary: $ 57,445 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.
Admin / Admin Temp Benefit Plans
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: Develop, execute, measure, and evaluate student data, and produce accurate reporting and analysis for the Enrollment Services Unit and the University at large.
This position utilizes Banner data to enhance existing processes and to create and refine reports germane to the University’s vision and goals.
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, H-1B, or similar employment sponsorship.
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: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in Computer Information Systems or a related field. Required Work Experience: Two years of work experience with data development, analysis and reporting, or combination of work experience and education/training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities may qualify.
Required Licenses and Certifications: Physical Demands:
Work experience with student information systems, database software, and computer programming data. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Implement software changes in accordance with Information Services’ system development methodology and security controls.
Provide support for the development and coordination of reports across Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, & Administration and Finance.
Identify and recommend innovative solutions to complement and enhance processes and student services.
Provide support and development for essential Financial Aid processes, including FAFSA data load, aid packaging and awarding, satisfactory academic progress, state award certification, and reimbursement, as needed.
Respond to ad hoc requests to provide assistance in locating data to improve strategic decision-making.
Develop reporting solutions to address data requests from various University departments, including current college statistics and metrics for measuring retention, completion, efficiency, and success.
Assists with the University’s responses to external data requests from governmental agencies and other associations, including state surveys, national surveys, accreditation and licensure requests, and other miscellaneous requests for information.
Monitor and address issues with student data quality in cooperation with other technical staff in Enrollment Services and across the University.
Achieve a working knowledge of assigned administrative applications including functional, technical, and end-user processes..
Prepare relevant documentation and reports to support information technology planning and implementation.
Collect and analyze information and provide research support for use in management decision-making, including the University’s Strategic Plan.
Develop and support data visualization solutions to support University planning and decision-making.
Reports directly to the Director of Institutional Research and Testing.
Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of designated information.
Attend various conferences and seminars on enrollment, student system management, and technology integration.
Supervise student support staff as needed.
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.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: Skills and Abilities: Expertise in programming with higher-level languages such as SQL.
Knowledge and use of a variety of software programs, including Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge and use of databases and querying.
Knowledge of basic statistical concepts.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Work on multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences. Required Documents:
November 16, 2026 Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes Posting Close Date:
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. Click here to learn more about working at FSU.
Advertised: 30 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Work type: Staff
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Information Technology, Staff
Position Title: Enrollment Services Programmer Analyst Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus) Department:
61100 - Admissions
Advertised Salary: $ 57,445 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.
Admin / Admin Temp Benefit Plans
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: Develop, execute, measure, and evaluate student data, and produce accurate reporting and analysis for the Enrollment Services Unit and the University at large.
This position utilizes Banner data to enhance existing processes and to create and refine reports germane to the University’s vision and goals.
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, H-1B, or similar employment sponsorship.
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: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in Computer Information Systems or a related field. Required Work Experience: Two years of work experience with data development, analysis and reporting, or combination of work experience and education/training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities may qualify.
Required Licenses and Certifications: Physical Demands:
- Office Environment
- Bending
- Reaching
- Sitting
- Twisting
- Repetitive movement
Work experience with student information systems, database software, and computer programming data. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Implement software changes in accordance with Information Services’ system development methodology and security controls.
Provide support for the development and coordination of reports across Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, & Administration and Finance.
Identify and recommend innovative solutions to complement and enhance processes and student services.
Provide support and development for essential Financial Aid processes, including FAFSA data load, aid packaging and awarding, satisfactory academic progress, state award certification, and reimbursement, as needed.
Respond to ad hoc requests to provide assistance in locating data to improve strategic decision-making.
Develop reporting solutions to address data requests from various University departments, including current college statistics and metrics for measuring retention, completion, efficiency, and success.
Assists with the University’s responses to external data requests from governmental agencies and other associations, including state surveys, national surveys, accreditation and licensure requests, and other miscellaneous requests for information.
Monitor and address issues with student data quality in cooperation with other technical staff in Enrollment Services and across the University.
Achieve a working knowledge of assigned administrative applications including functional, technical, and end-user processes..
Prepare relevant documentation and reports to support information technology planning and implementation.
Collect and analyze information and provide research support for use in management decision-making, including the University’s Strategic Plan.
Develop and support data visualization solutions to support University planning and decision-making.
Reports directly to the Director of Institutional Research and Testing.
Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of designated information.
Attend various conferences and seminars on enrollment, student system management, and technology integration.
Supervise student support staff as needed.
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.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: Skills and Abilities: Expertise in programming with higher-level languages such as SQL.
Knowledge and use of a variety of software programs, including Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge and use of databases and querying.
Knowledge of basic statistical concepts.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Work on multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences. Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcript 1
November 16, 2026 Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes Posting Close Date:
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. Click here to learn more about working at FSU.
Advertised: 30 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Salary : $57,445