Universities of Wisconsin
Universities of Wisconsin
Universities of Wisconsin is a public statewide higher education system made up of 13 institutions across Wisconsin. Its institutions provide undergraduate, graduate, and online education through nearly 1,500 degree programs, with support for first-generation, transfer, veteran, and military-connected students. The system also advances research, workforce development, and community engagement, with more than $2 billion in annual sponsored research supporting innovation and public service throughout the state.

Financial Aid Business Analyst, PeopleSoft

Configure and support PeopleSoft financial aid systems at the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay, with responsibility for compliance, reporting, and issue resolution. Lead a team and improve processes while partnering with campus stakeholders.

Description

  • Support administration of financial aid programs and systems as a functional expert.
  • Configure and maintain financial aid features in PeopleSoft Campus Solutions.
  • Investigate and resolve system and processing issues independently.
  • Assess and test system updates.
  • Create queries and reports.
  • Review data to find opportunities to improve processes.
  • Turn financial aid needs into system and process solutions with ITS and campus partners.
  • Oversee assigned financial aid programs and duties.
  • Supervise at least 2.0 full-time equivalent employees.
  • Manage and carry out unit policies and activities.
  • Set strategic direction and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Define operating procedures and protocols for prospective and continuing students.
  • Contribute to preparing and recommending the unit budget.
  • Maintain appropriate staffing and address training requirements.
  • Provide coverage for area duties when needed.
  • Occasionally work at or travel to the Marinette, Sheboygan, or Manitowoc campus as operational needs require.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Experience with a student information system or another complex enterprise system.
  • Ability to investigate issues independently, assess information, and determine solutions.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
  • Experience with PeopleSoft Campus Solutions, especially its Financial Aid module.
  • Experience configuring, testing, implementing, or troubleshooting financial aid systems.
  • Experience creating query reports and maintaining data integrity with PeopleSoft Query, Query Manager, or similar reporting tools.
  • Experience improving business processes and administering financial aid programs.
  • Professional financial aid experience in a higher education setting.
  • Working knowledge of financial aid rules, regulations, programs, and processes.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States when hired and throughout employment.
  • Submit a cover letter that addresses qualifications for the essential job functions.
  • Submit a resume.

Benefits

  • Multiple health insurance plan options.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Life insurance plan options.
  • AD&D and accident insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Health Savings Accounts.
  • Wisconsin Retirement System participation, with employer contributions starting immediately.
  • Full vesting after five years of service.
  • Additional retirement savings options, including 403(b) and Deferred Compensation plans.
  • Nine legal holidays.
  • 36 hours of personal holiday leave.
  • 96–130 hours of sick leave per year.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • 13–27 vacation days annually, depending on service years and employment type.
  • Hybrid or on-campus work arrangement, subject to approval of a telecommuting request.

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