Research Associate/Sr Business Analyst (38862) - Job at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, IL

Research Associate/Sr Business Analyst (38862)

DeKalb, IL

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Position Information

Working Position Title Research Associate/Sr Business Analyst (38862)
Classification Research Associate
Position Number 00038862
Open Date 04/01/2024
Close Date
Priority Review Date 04/22/2024
Employee Class Staff
Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Position Status Temporary
FLSA Exempt
Job code 1620SPS03
Union Representation Non-Union
Union Code N/A
Unit/Department Report Cards
College/Unit P20 Initiatives Network
Division Outreach Engagemt Regl Dev Dv
Location SR 155
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page https://www.niu.edu/illinois-interactive-report-cards/about/index.shtml

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview

Who is IIRC? Illinois Interactive Report Cards is a department within the Division of Outreach, Engagement, and Regional Development at Northern Illinois University. Our mission at IIRC is twofold: To advance the public service mission of Northern Illinois University by delivering professional services and timely information that empowers students, families, and educators to improve their academic outcomes and level of college and career readiness; AND to advance the academic mission of Northern Illinois University by creating opportunities for faculty, staff, and students to partner in the delivery of those services. IIRC is an educational services and applied policy organization. IIRC forms collaborative partnerships with leading state and national educational stakeholders and professional organizations committed to educational reform across the spectrum from early childhood education to transition to work (P-20W).

IIRC concentrates on specific strategic initiatives. These include the previously outlined P-20W data analysis and reporting, P20W research, K-12 data-driven school improvement planning and professional development, technology staffing, and more. The most visible product of the work of the office is the Illinois Interactive Report Card website (www.illinoisreportcard.com), which NIU developed and hosts in partnership with the Illinois State Board of Education. The web site draws over 60,000 unique visitors monthly, and thanks to innovative design, rich content, handy search features, and colorful graphics, the IIRC website is a valued (and nationally recognized) public resource for education and school improvement. In 2019 released Illinois Postsecondary Profiles, a site dedicated to providing the same opportunities for analysis of post-secondary institutional data in Illinois that the IIRC provides at the K-12 level. THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT A PROJECT PARTNER OFFICE IN SPRINGFIELD, IL.

Position Summary

The Current Opportunity. IIRC has an immediate need for 1-2 Business Analysts to work as part of a special on-site research project with one of our partners located in Springfield, Illinois. You will become part of a fast-paced, dynamic special project team (with you, a group of 5). You'll interface with a myriad of departmental teams across the enterprise, building business cases that will drive the design and implementation of changes to the organization's data systems as well as development of new web applications. You'll also have a strong hand in development of project documentation and supporting materials. Your efforts will result in the implementation of improvements critical to the future of their data systems and their sustainability for this organization for years to come. THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT A PROJECT PARTNER OFFICE IN SPRINGFIELD, IL.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

20% Engage with stakeholders to gather business requirements for desired data system improvements and service application development;
20% Develop designs for and participate in the implementation of technical changes to the data warehouse;
20% Curate project documentation as well as the resulting stakeholder training and work aid materials;
10% Apply principles and practices from software design, management or management information systems theory to the development of software systems, including but not limited to the selection of appropriate techniques for the display of data, understanding the relationship between data and the underlying outcome measures the data is meant to illustrate, etc.;
10% Maintain effective interpersonal relations and communications in a team workplace environment.
20% Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)

N/A

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)

N/A

Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

Required Qualifications

Position requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, OMIS or related field plus five years of demonstrated experience as a business analyst specifically related to software design and development.
Demonstration of 5+ years of experience in the development of full sets of detailed business requirements.
Demonstration of 5+ years of experience leading requirement gathering processes in general and live sessions in particular.
Demonstration of 5+ years of experience in the design and development of project documentation and other technical training materials.
Demonstration of 3+ years of recent experience acting as a liaison between technical and non-technical staff as well as executive project leadership.
Expertise in the use of Structured Query Language (SQL)

Additional Requirements (SPS)

Must be able to work from Springfield, IL.

Preferred Qualifications (SPS)

Preferred qualifications

Experience with data modeling at the warehouse level
Experience with Entity Relationship Diagram tools
Professional certification in business analysis
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Visio, and Teams
Demonstrated experience/proficiency in statistical analysis, data evaluation, and/or educational policy analysis, particularly those relevant to IIRC's mission and services.
Ability to adapt quickly to project requirements for different stakeholders and to shift focus to serve changing project goals and demanding deadlines. This project will require flexible thinking and eagerness to perform duties as required within the flow of the project over time.
Demonstrable skills in effective interpersonal relations, team work, and oral and written communication.

Physical demands/requirements

N/A

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date 04/01/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Percent of Staff Year 1.00
Standard Hours Per Week 37.50
Working Hours 8 - 4:30; evenings and weekends as needed
Salary $100,000 - $140,000
Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range $4166.67 - $5833.34
Earn Type Salary

Application Procedure

Please submit your application and documents through NIU's online employment system at
https://employment.niu.edu/postings/77096. Preference will be given to completed applications received by 04/22/2024; applications received after this date are welcomed but will be considered as needed.

Required Documents
Resume
Cover letter
Three professional references

Special Instructions
Quick Link to Applicant https://employment.niu.edu/postings/77096
Is Background Check Required? Yes
EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services Building Room 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at ada@niu.edu.

Safety Information

NIU provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety.
Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
List of at least 3 Professional References

Optional Documents

Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)
Other #2

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Job Summary

Company

Northern Illinois University

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

5+ years