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Positio Title: Data Analyst /SQL/Oracle Platforms - Student Financial Aid (CS26-195)

Location: Edwardsville, IL



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Data Analyst /SQL/Oracle Platforms - Student Financial Aid (CS26-195)

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Data Analyst /SQL/Oracle Platforms - Student Financial Aid (CS26-195). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Assist with the demands placed on the Office of Financial Aid related to federal campus-based programs and the coordination of other federal and state financial aid programs.
• Provide reporting and data support for the University and the Office of Financial Aid using SQL, Argos, and Power BI, including data analysis, requirements analysis, documentation, and problem solving.
• Apply independent judgment to define needs, prioritize activities, and identify resources to support students in securing the financial resources needed to obtain their education at SIUE.
• Collaborate with key administrators across campus to facilitate the financial aid process in compliance with federal and state regulations, University financial liability requirements, and program participation guidelines.
• Support compliance efforts by transferring Financial Aid materials to and from the U.S. Department of Education.
• Assist the Office of Financial Aid by posting information to student accounts to maintain accurate data and by testing newly released software patches.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Any one or any combination totaling two (2) years (24 months) from the following categories:
   1. College coursework which includes Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
      • 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
      • Associate's Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
      • 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
      • Bachelor's Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)
   2. Work experience in IT-related functions, such as hardware/software support, programming, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or closely related field.
3. Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position may be required.

AND

• 2+ additional years of hands-on development experience in SQL and/or Oracle platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of direct Financial Aid experience working in a University Financial Aid office.
• 5 years of SQL development experience Knowledge of a computerized Student Information System required.
• Proficiency with PC software such as Word, Excel, Access, and Argos.
• The ability to utilize business intelligence tools to provide data analysis for functional teams and customers.
• Must have experience working through, design, build, testing and implementing large IT projects.
• Experience in identifying system needs, preparing system requirements, evaluating vendor software, preparing systems related documentation and training end user staff.

Supplemental Information

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Illinois Residency Requirement:Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 5031 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu.



Opening Date: 02/05/2026

Closing Date: 2/20/2026 11:59 PM Central

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/

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