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Data Systems Manager 1

Information Technology

$33.594/Hour

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.

Applications received by June 20, 2025 will be guaranteed full review and consideration.  Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Duties:

The Data Systems Manager supports our Banner Student Information System and associated tools. This position serves as a key liaison between functional office users and the Ellucian Banner Cloud team, ensuring that the Banner Student System remains current with patches and optimally configured to meet institutional needs.

This person will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing various support systems, including Microsoft Access databases and integrations with third-party applications. The role also includes backup support for the Assistant Director of Information Services, including assistance with reporting from both the local Banner Student System and the Banner Payroll/HR systems (hosted by the University of Montana).

Key Responsibilities:

+ Collaborate with office staff and the Ellucian Banner Cloud team to coordinate system updates, patches, and configuration changes to the Banner Student System.

+ Provide functional and technical support for office users, resolving issues related to the Student Information System and associated Microsoft Access databases.

+ Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot Microsoft Access databases used by administrative departments.

+ Write and maintain Bash shell scripts that execute PL/SQL and SQL commands.

+ Schedule and monitor automated jobs via the ISE (EnterpriseSCHEDULE) scheduling service.

+ Design, implement, and maintain data integrations between Banner and third-party applications to support smooth data flow and business process automation.

+ Provide support for reporting from both Banner Systems (Student and Payroll/HR).

+ Build and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, office staff, and Information Services leadership.

+ Cross-train with the Assistant Director of Information Services and other team members to ensure continuity and knowledge transfer.

+ Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively support both technical and non-technical users.

+ Contribute to Banner release testing, upgrades, and business process improvements

Required Qualifications:

+ Minimum of three years of Banner functional administration experience or a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or a related field.

+ Proficiency in SQL and/or PL/SQL.

+ Strong oral and written communication skills.

+ Ability to work in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment.

+ Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience with Microsoft Access, including forms, queries, macros, and troubleshooting.

+ Familiarity with Linux operating systems and related tools/scripting.

+ Experience writing Bash shell scripts to automate data tasks.

+ Experience with job scheduling software (ISE/EnterpriseSCHEDULE or similar).

+ Familiarity with ITIL-based ticketing systems (e.g., TeamDynamix) for managing projects, bugs, and support requests.

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to work for long periods (more than an 8-hour day) to restore functional status when there has been a major failure

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Please include:

+ Cover letter addressing qualifications,

+ Resume

+ Contact information for 3 professional references.

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

To claim veteran’s preference please complete the employment (veteran’s) preference form located on the employment page and email to [email protected]. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

Employment (veteran's) preference form

To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; [email protected]

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

+ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.

+ Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.

+ 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees

+ 11 Holidays per year

+ 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start

+ Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.

+ 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)

+ Life and Disability Insurance

+ Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees

+ Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program

+ Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees

+ Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

* Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.

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