Business Analyst, Enrollment Services

Posting Number SF01989

Job Title Business Analyst, Enrollment Services

Position Number 108282

FTE 1.00

FLSA Exempt

Position Type Professional Staff

Union Non-Union Non-Classified Staff

Pay Grade Level Grade Level: 10

Pay Grade Range Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $55,000 – $70,000

Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent

Department Enrollment Svs.

Contact(s) 

Please note: Applications must be submitted directly online only at: https://jobs.uri.edu

Contact Phone/Extension 

Contact Email 

Physical Demands 

Campus Location Kingston

Grant Funded No

Extension Contingency Notes 

Job Description Summary 

The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by May 5, 2025. Applications received after May 5, 2025 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.

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About URI:

The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State’s flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.

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BASIC FUNCTION:

Responsible for assisting the Director of Enrollment Services in operational and financial matters pertaining to the administration of the department.

Duties and ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinate financial matters pertaining to the administration of the department of Enrollment Services with other appropriate University departments. Assist the Director of Enrollment Services in the development and management of the Enrollment Services budget, and in office procurement and office management, including the preparation and oversight of all requisitions.

Assist in the development and analysis of all financial status reports for the office. Research and compile information and make recommendations required for use in impact statements and analyses, presentations, meetings, and decision making. Prepare and report project budgets, business plans and cash flow analysis using computer-based financial models. Forecast long-term trends and update projections after consultation with the Director of Enrollment Services.

Assist in the preparation of annual budgetary requirements for Enrollment Services budget. Provide bi-weekly briefings of accounting and financial status to the Director of Enrollment Services. Draft complex budget documents for the Director. Research and reconcile budget and accounting records of all subaccounts for institutional state and federal funds to insure proper utilization of allocated budget funds.

Reconcile with the University Controller’s Office all student transactions including revenue, cash, etc. on a monthly and year-end basis.

Prepare Power Point presentations and other reports using spreadsheet software, particularly Excel (V/H lookups, Pivot tables, and Macro’s). Assist with compiling data for these and other presentations. Draft correspondence for the Director of Enrollment Services.

Work on specific projects, troubleshoot departmental issues and assist in the development of policies and procedures as delegated by the Director of Enrollment Services for use and consideration, as well as those of the Senior Associate Directors.

Manage travel authorizations, expense reports, process personnel paperwork, and place work orders with departments as needed (i.e., Printing Services, Facilities, etc.)

Handle information of a sensitive and confidential nature, and serve as liaison to Enrollment Services customers, both internal and outside the University.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform additional related duties as required.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers, printers; word processing, database and spreadsheet software; Student/Business enterprise systems. Microsoft Office.

Required QualificationsREQUIRED:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field.

2. Minimum of three years’ experience in a complex administrative support position.

3. Demonstrated experience preparing and implementing budgets.

4. Demonstrated experience preparing and analyzing reports.

5. Demonstrated computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

6. Demonstrated mathematical and reconciliation skills.

7. Demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communications skills.

8. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.

9. Demonstrated ability to multitask in a deadline-driven environment.

10. Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills.

11. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

12. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

Preferred QualificationsPREFERRED:

1. Master’s degree in Business or related field.

2. Demonstrated experience working in higher education.

3. Demonstrated experience with student/business enterprise systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle or Banner).

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The University of Rhode Island is an equal-opportunity employer committed to the principles of affirmative action. It is the policy of the University of Rhode Island to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability.

Environmental ConditionsThis position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Posting Date 04/08/2025

Closing Date

Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:

(#1) Cover letter.

(#2) Resume.

(#3) Other Document – References – the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).

Quicklink for Postinghttps://jobs.uri.edu/postings/15023

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