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Systems AnalystNorthwestern University • Evanston, IL, United States
Systems Analyst

Systems Analyst

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL, United States
4 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Apply for Job Job ID 52743

Location Evanston, Illinois

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Department : IT AS Ent Sys HR / Student

Salary / Grade : ITS / 79

Job Summary :

As part of the IT Enterprise Systems (ES) team, the Systems Analyst performs tasks related to the design, implementation, support / maintenance, and enhancement of NU's enterprise, vendor and in-house developed applications. Documents functional requirements, analyzes requirements in the context of software and processes, develops and executes test plans, assists with and documents business process improvement efforts, and works with production issues. Completes content, process, and procedures for technical and functional system work that is low in complexity. Typically works with senior staff but may coordinate smaller or less complex projects independently.

Specific Responsibilities :

Strategic Planning

  • Partners with senior analysts, end users and peers to document and analyze functional requirements, identify gaps and alternative approaches to meet requirements, and ensure all deliverables completed (adhering to approved methodology and documentation standards).
  • Partners with functional users and technical and reporting staff to determine best approaches, ensuring that approved solutions are implemented in a timely and correct fashion.

Administration

  • Drafts accurate documentation of process, procedure, and system / application configuration.
  • Formulates and executes test scripts, implementation project plans, rolls out communications and training materials.
  • Outlines medium complexity use cases.
  • Functional Requirements and Testing

  • Formulates test scripts and performs detailed testing for moderate to complex use cases to ensure that the implemented software functions correctly.
  • Participates in and may facilitate iterative feedback processes among users, developers, and analysts to ensure software functionality aligns with requirements. Draws on prior implementation experience to engage in discussions.
  • Performance

  • Assists in software evaluation and enters moderate to complex configurations to meet user needs.
  • Collects feedback from users on application performance and escalates moderate to complex critical performance issues with technical resources and management.
  • Collaborates with technical, reporting and application resources to analyze and resolve moderate to complex production issues in a timely manner. Provides input into possible solutions based on prior system knowledge and basic analytical skills.
  • Supervises

  • Provides work direction and / or supervise staff such as subordinates, contractors, vendors, students, etc.
  • Manages basic projects or work packets ensuring timelines, deliverables and expectations are met.
  • Miscellaneous

    Performs other duties as assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications : (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)

  • Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a major such as computer science, information technology, or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
  • 2 years functional / business / system analysis or other relevant experience required.
  • ERP / CRM applications
  • PeopleSoft Campus Solutions (SES)
  • People Tools
  • SQL / MySQL / Postgres
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook)
  • Critical Thinking
  • Debugging
  • Decision Making
  • Problem Solving
  • Troubleshooting
  • Use-Case Analysis
  • Collaboration And Teamwork
  • Cost / Benefit Analysis
  • Evaluate Resources
  • Facilitate Collaboration
  • Functional Documentation
  • Iterative & Incremental Development
  • Organizational Skills
  • Planning
  • Write Proposals And Project Charters
  • Preferred Qualifications : (Education and experience)

  • Very strong analytical skills
  • Demonstrated ability to take direction well and to work well as a member of a team.
  • Ability to effectively present ideas, oral and written, to technical staff and customers.
  • Strong customer service and Organizational skills
  • Deep functional expertise with Microsoft Office product suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
  • Ability to use SQL, PL / SQL, or other query tools to perform analysis
  • Ability to acquire technical and functional proficiency with new software applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
  • Exposure to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as Oracle PeopleSoft Campus Solutions (Student)
  • Preferred Competencies : (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

  • Proficiency with Project Management Software (Daptiv, JIRA).
  • Experience with SQL or other query tools to perform analysis.
  • Excellent learning skills, ability to synthesize and extend learning to other similar cases.
  • Ability to quickly acquire technical and functional proficiency with new software applications.
  • Ability to effectively present ideas, both orally, and in a written form.
  • Target hiring range for this position will be between $80,297-$85,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

    Benefits :

    At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at to learn more.

    Work-Life and Wellness :

    Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.

    We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior / adult care. Visit us at to learn more.

    Professional Growth & Development :

    Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at to learn more .

    Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement . Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process .

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