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Job Description

The primary role of this position is data mining, analysis, and reporting for Enrollment Management and Academic Services (EMAS) departments across campus, as well as external organizations such as National Student Clearinghouse. This includes querying, data validation, and error resolution, while adhering to FERPA and FOIA regulations and University policies. This position assists in the validation of Student Information System updates and functional issues as they relate to student academic records and data and participates on the grade processing team, which includes data mining, grade posting, and grade and repeat reconciliation processes.

Additional Information
University Benefit Highlights:

Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
Paid benefit time
Information regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/insurance/

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Two years (24 months) of full-time (or part-time equivalent) professional work experience with data queries, validating outputs, error resolution, and researching and resolving discrepancies with the data
Experience working within a student information system, preferably PeopleSoft Campus Solutions
Excellent organizational and analytical skills to assist in data output verification
Business background and data mining/query experience
The following skills and/or abilities:
a. High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
b. Excellent oral and written communication skills
c. Ability to communicate policies effectively and politely on the telephone, email, and in person
d. Ability to work efficiently, apply critical attention to detail, and adhere to deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude
e. Ability to work in an environment with many distractions and interruptions
Preferred Qualifications
Two years of experience specifically querying student data and resolving student data discrepancies
Experience working with PeopleSoft Query Manager
A general understanding of Illinois State University catalog policies regarding curriculum, academic/program requirements, and degree requirements

Salary

$19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Links

ISU Jobs Website

Contact Information

University/Agency	Illinois State University
Department/College	Human Resources
Contact	Kira Shelton
Phone Number	309-438-8311
Address	718 W. College Avenue
Comments	Special Instructions for Applicants Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered. College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below. To be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline. Transcripts and/or military service documentation may be emailed, faxed, or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline: Email: kgshelt@ilstu.edu Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Kira Shelton Address: Illinois State University Human Resources Campus Box 1300 Normal, IL 61790-1300 The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled. Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. Residency Requirement: If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment. Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for Illinois State University in the United States. Illinois State University will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Illinois State University is not a qualifying employer for