Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Ferrilli is a consulting firm focused on enhancing educational institutions' operational capabilities, and they are seeking a Banner Student Consultant to manage and optimize the Banner Student Information System. The role involves maintaining the system, collaborating with various departments to tailor it to institutional needs, and continuously improving its performance and functionality.
Responsibilities
- Your primary responsibility is to maintain the Banner Student Information System, ensuring it operates smoothly and remains up-to-date with the latest software and security updates
- Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to configure Banner according to the specific needs of each institution. This involves tailoring the system to optimize performance and functionality
- Continuously assess and enhance the Banner system to maximize its efficiency and utility. You will be expected to identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes accordingly
- Work closely with colleges and universities to understand their Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) needs, with a particular focus on Ellucian Banner. Establish and maintain effective communication with clients to align project objectives with their requirements
- Collaborate with the Professional Services team to share insights, best practices, and contribute to the overall success of the department
- Write and maintain technical specifications/documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, testing, changes, and corrections
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as Information Technology, Computer Science, or Education
- A minimum of 3 years of IT consulting experience and/ or hands on technical or functional experience in Ellucian Banner
- Knowledge and experience with the Banner Student Information System, including its modules (e.g., Student, Financial Aid, Registrar)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Familiarity with databases, SQL, and data management best practices
- Project management skills and experience with project management methodologies
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders
- Knowledge of higher education administration and policies is a plus
- Relevant certifications or training in Banner Student Information System
- Willingness to travel when required for client or internal business
- 1+ years in Banner SaaS extensibility, automation, and integrations using Ellucian Experience, Ethos, GraphQL, APIs, and Data Connect
- 2+ years in report development using Argos, or Cognos, or SQL-based reporting tools
- Admissions Insights Reporting is a big plus
Company Overview
Ferrilli is an information technology services company provider, specifically serving the needs of higher education. It was founded in 2003, and is headquartered in Haddonfield, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.ferrilli.com/.