Business Analyst

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart of Harvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athletics and the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academic departments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Description

Job Summary: Independently plan, and implement the delivery of registrar operations including maintenance of student information systems, production of data, queries and reports and general system coordination.
Job-Specific Responsibilities:

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences Registrar's Office (FAS RO) supports the students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Harvard College, the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and the John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. The Business Analyst reports to the Associate Registrar for Enrollment Services. This position will work closely with FAS & University constituents (students, faculty, staff, alumni, & leadership) to apply business process solutions and improve registrarial systems to simplify procedures and improve service to meet the needs of FAS constituents.

Responsibilities of the Business Systems Analyst include:

• Use deep knowledge of Registrar business processes and student information systems, analytical and organizational skills, problem solving skills, and outreach with constituents to develop better administrative processes to support students, faculty and administrators.
• Performs user needs analysis, identify gaps, evaluate new functionality within the SIS (Campus Solutions), through implementation and support;
• Utilize PeopleSoft to create dashboards and Workcenters to provide users with self-service access to data, information, and analysis;
• Provide data and reporting analysis for deans, directors, and others in FAS. Develop expertise with PeopleSoft data tools such as Data Warehouse, PL/SQL, OBIEE, and Query Manager. Become an expert in student, course, and enrollment data to support critical\complex student progress and enrollment functions;
• Lead various enrollment services such as requirement and degree auditing, commencement and honors certification, cross-registration, tuition and fees processing, grading functionality, and other Registrar functions as needed;
• Project manage new business process and/or partner with IT on technological initiatives. Liaise with constituents in HUIT, Registrar's Office, the College, and Griffin GSAS to ensure successful adoption and implementation of new initiatives. Ensure that student record-related requirements are well understood as part of the student information system development lifecycle;
• Perform user acceptance testing for student information systems and other processes. Works independently to document, configure and test enhancements and fixes. Identify and document comprehensive test cases;
• Assist with user training, documentation, and business process workflow design.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office setting

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in statistics, business analytics, computer science, information technology or related field
• Master's degree preferred; Experience using data for decision-making, reporting, and analysis
• Demonstrated team performance skills, service mindset approach, and the ability to act as a trusted advisor
• 5+ years of professional work experience with 2 to 4 years in business analysis, project management, registrar or other students services;
• Experience with Student Information Systems. PeopleSoft, SQL, PL/SQL or other data/reporting languages experience.

Certificates and Licenses:

         Completion of Harvard IT Academy specified foundational courses (or external equivalent) preferred

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 057. Please visit  Harvard's Salary Ranges  to view the corresponding salary range and related information. 

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: 

• Generous paid time off including parental leave 
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one 
• Retirement plans with university contributions 
• Wellbeing and mental health resources 
• Support for families and caregivers 
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement 
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks 

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page. 

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.