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Banner Consultant - Financial Aid

Remote: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Full time
Salary: 
90 - 125K yearly
Experience: 
Senior (5-10 years)
Work from: 
United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

5+ years in Higher Ed Industry, Advanced proficiency in Ellucian Banner.

Key responsabilities:

  • Provide support, training, consulting at client sites
  • Analyze processes, suggest tech tools for improvement
Strata Information Group logo
Strata Information Group SME https://www.sigcorp.com/
51 - 200 Employees
About Strata Information Group
Strata Information Group (SIG) is a trusted partner in IT solutions and consulting services. Our origins began as technology consulting partners for higher education institutions. Since our inception in 1987, we have worked with over 700 colleges and universities. In recent years we have expanded our expertise to include K-12 education, healthcare and life sciences, non-profits, financial services, and other industries.Our consulting services include strategy, implementation, and managed support for Staff Augmentation, Business Improvement, Cloud, CRM, Cybersecurity, DBA, Data Analytics, Digital Transformation, ERP,, Staff Augmentation, Student Success, and Technology Procurement.SIG is continuously sourcing talent for potential future need. Highly qualified individuals with expertise in the following are encouraged to visit our careers page and apply: • Banner® Student, Student A/R, Financial Aid, and Finance/HR • Database administration • Business process analysis • Cybersecurity • Project management • Onsite IT management • Salesforce • Colleague/Finance/HR Individuals interested in joining the SIG team should have strong technical, functional, or project management skills, strong communication skills, and the ability to quickly establish effective relationships with new clients and rapidly gain the confidence and trust in their personal capabilities as well as in SIG. Visit us at sigcorp.com/careers.
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Job description

SIG doesn't just provide consulting services; we solve problems. We are a team of dedicated professionals deeply committed to excellence and innovation. For over 35 years, we have been a trusted partner to more than 700 colleges and universities worldwide, offering comprehensive strategy, implementation, and managed support. 

Why SIG?

At SIG, we don't just follow the industry standards; we set them. Our approach is rooted in our core values: Client Centricity, clients are at the heart of everything we do; Trust, Honesty & Integrity, we always do the right thing, even if it's not easy; Higher Education Experience, with SIG you know you are always working with seasoned professionals, and each new team member is surrounded by peers who bring knowledge and wisdom to the table; Diversity, Inclusion & Respect, fostering an inclusive environment for all; and Team Investment & Collaboration, we believe in investing in our team's growth and thriving through collaborative efforts, achieving shared success.

Position Summary 

As a Banner Financial Aid Consultant, you will utilize your expertise in working directly with the Ellucian Banner Financial Aid module to provide implementation support, training, consulting, and technical assistance at client sites. Your responsibilities will also include analyzing current business processes, making recommendations for process improvement through the use of technological tools, assisting clients with the Financial Aid year roll, and ensuring compliance with Department of Education requirements. This is a remote position, candidates must live and be authorized to work in the USA. California financial aid experience is highly preferred. Travel is required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide implementation support, including training, functional consulting, and technical assistance at client sites.
  • Analyze current business processes and recommend the utilization of technological tools for process improvement.
  • Assist clients with the Financial Aid year roll within Banner.
  • Ensure clients are in compliance with DOE requirements.

Required Qualifications

  • 5 or more years working within the Higher Education Industry.
  • 5 or more years of experience working with Ellucian Banner, demonstrating advanced user proficiency.
  • Demonstrated expertise in using Banner to improve and automate business processes within the Financial Aid office at a college or university.
  • Solid understanding of FAFSA and the ability to implement changes within Banner.
  • Experience in developing reports utilizing Banner to support various Financial Aid areas.
  • Experience in a consulting capacity, focusing on enhancing business process and creating efficiency.
  • Ability to troubleshoot technical and functional issues within Banner.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills and a proven customer service approach
  • The ability to travel up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience managing project based work.
  • Experience in reading and writing SQL queries is useful for this role.
  • Knowledge of how Banner is used in different institutional types.
  • Previous experience with California Community Colleges or Cal Grants is a bonus.

Pay and Benefits

  • The salary range is $90,000 -$125,000
  • Sign on Bonus: Candidates with California specific financial aid experience, including California Dream Act Application (CADAA, or Cal ISIR), Banner ETHOS®/Experience® CalGrant processes, and CALBFA add-on to Banner for California College Promise Grant (CCPG), are eligible to receive a min bonus of $5,000.
  • Health, Vision, Dental & Life Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 3 Weeks Vacation, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays
  • 401(K) with a 5% Employer Contribution
  • Pet Insurance

 

The listed salary range for this position is indicative and subject to adjustment based on the candidate's unique skills and location. Final compensation will be determined through mutual agreement between the successful candidate and SIG.

SIG is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Experience

Level of experience: Senior (5-10 years)
Spoken language(s):
English
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Hard Skills

SQL (Programming Language)Project CollaborationFinancial Aid ProceduresHigher Education Administration

Other Skills

  • Verbal Communication Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Customer Service
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