System Analyst

System Analyst

The Systems Analyst is a key member of the Administrative Information Services (AIS) team, providing technical expertise and support to the college’s administrative staff, division systems managers, and team members. This role is instrumental in leveraging technology solutions to achieve organizational goals and institutional business objectives. As part of a dynamic, self-directed team, this position supports the operation, integration, and enhancement of critical administrative systems, including Ellucian Banner, Experience, Ethos, DataConnect, WebFOCUS, the Pathify portal, SnapLogic integrations, the JAMS job scheduler, Evisions, and the College’s Identity Management system.

The Systems Analyst position is a hybrid position that requires an individual who lives in a reasonable distance to Norton, MA or is willing to relocate.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) providing technical solutions, programming, and system optimization for core Banner modules.
• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain custom applications and integration solutions, following established coding standards and technical documentation.
• Lead and manage the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the college’s enterprise job scheduler (JAMS).
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders to analyze business processes, define functional requirements, and implement effective IT solutions.
• Facilitate seamless data sharing, reporting (WebFOCUS/Evisions), letter generation, and data manipulation across administrative divisions.
• Work closely with Database Administrators (DBAs) to ensure data integrity, consistency, security, and minimal redundancy.
• Provide tier-2/3 technical guidance and mentoring to administrative power users.
• Stay current with emerging higher-education technologies, administrative software trends, and integration frameworks through professional development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 5+ years of experience as a SQL Programmer/Analyst working with Oracle databases, PL/SQL, and development tools.
• Strong background in data processing, data modeling, and enterprise system integration techniques (e.g., SnapLogic, REST/JSON APIs, Ethos).
• Proficiency with web development technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSON, ReactJS, jQuery).
• Hands-on experience with Linux environments, C/Pro*C, and shell scripting (bash).
• Solid understanding of administrative software systems, self-service portals, batch schedulers (JAMS), and enterprise reporting tools (WebFOCUS, Evisions).
• Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical business partners.
• High customer-service orientation, adaptability, and ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-focused environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in higher education administrative computing supporting Ellucian Banner (Finance, Human Resources, Student, or Financial Aid modules).

• Experience with Banner, SQL programming, Ellucian DataConnect, and Ethos integration platform.

• Demonstrated experience writing technical documentation and conducting end-user training sessions.

• Compensation and Benefits

• To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.

• When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.

• The anticipated hiring or recruitment range for this position is $80-85K. The actual salary offered will be commensurate with the qualifications, education and experience of the candidate hired.

• Physical Demands

• None

ADA Statement:

• Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• EEO Statement

• Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the College actively encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

• Wheaton’s core belief is that valuing diversity is pivotal to personal development, intellectual expansion, and societal equity. Our community is united by a shared dedication to equity and access that is essential to providing a transformative education in the Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Posting Date:

• 10/08/2026

Closing Date:

• Open Until Filled
• Yes

Contact(s):

• Office of Human Resources