Business Analyst

University Development Office-250100

Information Technology

04/11/2024

04/25/2024

No

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Business Analyst

EHRA Non-Faculty

00061374

NF0008045

Full-Time Permanent

1

40

North Carolina, US

Based on qualifications/ experience, internal equity, and departmental budget restrictions

05/27/2024

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

University Development’s purpose is to support the mission of the university by raising private resources to enhance financial support for students, faculty, programs, and facilities. University Development provides leadership and centralized services to all development offices throughout the University, serving as a focal point for annual giving, application development and IT support; campaign management; constituent programs; corporate and foundation relations; donor relations; gift planning; gift services; industry relations; marketing/communications; parents giving; principal gifts; prospect management, research and analytics; regional programs; scholarships and student aid; talent management; university events; and volunteer engagement. Carolina Development is proud of its donor-centered philosophy, pursuing activities that always respect the interests and intentions of the donor as well as the University. The organization’s collaborative nature is a critical component to fulfilling our mission of raising private funds to benefit the university. Location, Location, Location
* Want to live in Chapel Hill? If so, we have tons of perks to offer you. Discounts and access to many UNC-CH athletics, Performing Arts, Gym memberships and many more on campus and local community opportunities along with a perks program that provides employees with over 800 local deals.
* Want to live outside of Chapel Hill but still in the area? You have a choice of smaller communities, cities, or even suburbs in areas like Raleigh and Durham. Both living experiences offer a multitude of advantages designed to fit your needs and still enjoy the perks offered by UNC-CH. Tuition & Fee Waiver Program: Check out our Tuition & Fee Waivers Programs – Benefits: Explore the benefits of working at UNC-CH – We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and transferable skills! Position Summary:

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station. The Business Analyst will provide a variety of information technology services in support of alumni and development activities throughout the University. This position will assist in relationship management and application consultation while focusing mostly on reporting and data services for their assigned client portfolio. The Business Analyst’s primary focus will be to provide functional and technical support to our customers while responding to reporting and data services requests. This will entail a detailed analysis of the requirements in addition to the delivery of creative solutions, including but not limited to, query creation, custom reporting writing, data extracts, defining database modifications, and data transformations. A high-level of quality control is necessary to ensure the accuracy of said reports and data extracts. This position will also be a member of the helpdesk team and escalate issues to the technical team(s) as appropriate. This position will also serve as a liaison between the customer and the programming staff while delivering high-quality consulting/training sessions to the user-community, developing courseware, training, enhancements, and customizations to the advancement applications. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Master’s and 1-2 years’ experience; or Bachelors and 2-4 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Applicant must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with an ability to effectively communicate with technical and nontechnical personnel at various levels within the organization. Applicant should be comfortable presenting to groups as a lead and/or comfortable delivering training content in a classroom or virtual classroom setting. Ability to analyze requests, issues, and problems in order to resolve issues and develop solutions. Must be able to apply critical thinking and be resourceful in developing solutions and/or escalating issues. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

The ideal candidate should have experience with Blackbaud software products, CRM preferred and be a forward thinker. A broad knowledge of Alumni and Development operations, in a large university or experience in a non-profit fundraising office is strongly preferred. Experience in developing detailed plans while translating user requirements into technical specifications. Experience working within a helpdesk or workflow ticketing system is desirable. Experience with Microsoft Access or other relational database tools is also a plus. Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.