We are seeking a Report Writer for New Mexico State University to support enterprise reporting needs across administrative and academic departments. This individual will work directly with internal stakeholders to evaluate reporting requests, develop new reports, modify existing reports, and provide data-driven solutions that support operational and compliance reporting requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience writing SQL queries, working with Banner data, and translating business reporting needs into accurate and actionable reporting solutions. This role will collaborate closely with departments such as the Registrar's Office, Financial Aid, and other administrative offices to deliver reporting and analytics support. Compensation: $25/hr to $45/hr.
Key Responsibilities
- Gather and evaluate reporting requirements from internal stakeholders.
- Create new reports and modify existing reports based on departmental needs.
- Write SQL queries and reporting logic to extract, analyze, and validate data from Oracle databases and institutional systems.
- Develop reporting solutions utilizing Banner and other institutional data sources.
- Build and maintain reports using Cognos Analytics and related reporting tools.
- Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of reported data.
- Analyze report requests and determine the most effective reporting solution.
- Troubleshoot reporting issues and implement report enhancements.
- Collaborate with team members and technical resources to support reporting initiatives and data projects.
- Support reporting needs for departments such as Financial Aid, Registrar, Enrollment Management, and other administrative offices.
- Participate in team meetings, stand-ups, and project discussions.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Meet with internal clients to understand reporting needs.
- Evaluate requests for new reports and enhancements to existing reports.
- Write SQL queries and reporting logic in an Oracle environment.
- Develop and maintain reports using Banner data and Cognos Analytics.
- Utilize data from Banner and Operational Data Store (ODS) environments.
- Test and validate report outputs for accuracy.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and team members on reporting projects.
- Participate in weekly team meetings and stand-ups.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Experience writing SQL queries for reporting and data analysis.
- Experience developing and maintaining operational and business reports.
- Ability to gather requirements and translate business needs into reporting solutions.
- Experience working with relational databases, preferably Oracle.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a Higher Education environment.
- Experience with Ellucian Banner.
- Experience utilizing an Operational Data Store (ODS) for reporting.
- Experience with Cognos Analytics or similar reporting platforms.
- Familiarity with student, registrar, enrollment, and financial aid data.
- Experience supporting institutional reporting and compliance requirements.