TEMP Business Analyst 2 - OTR

Position Summary
This one-year, 40 hours/week, position is a member of the Catalog & Curriculum Management area focused on uAchieve Planner implementation support and operational backfill. This may include requirements gathering and documentation, data validation, and testing as well as uAchieve application support and issue resolution. Knowledge of the University's academic programs, policies, and systems, and understanding of the complexities of the degree audit, is applied to advance the University's student degree progress initiatives. This position works with a team of analysts and interacts with collegiate and system campus partners as well as partner units in the Office of Admissions and Office of Undergraduate Education.

Academic Support Resources supports hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Work arrangements are determined in coordination with supervisors depending on the nature of the unit and position. The arrangement for this position will be determined upon hire between employee and supervisor. Applicants must reside within the state of Minnesota or live within a commutable distance from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Sponsorship for employment visas is not available for this position. This is a 100%-time, 40 hour/week salaried position.

Functions
Implementation Support for uAchieve Planner (60%)

• Consult with advising staff, academic departments, the Office of Undergraduate Education to collect, examine, and record degree maps. Ensure alignment between the uAchieve Planner, degree audit, and the University catalog.
• Create and perform testing to confirm degree progression logic in the Planner. Maintain quality control by identifying and reporting conflicts in curricula, academic policies, and procedures.
• Confirm that automated term-by-term pathways correctly manage curriculum updates, applied waivers or exceptions, prerequisites, and course availability.
• Utilize extensive knowledge of degree audit complexities to support the creation of precise academic plans, ensuring they adhere to institutional regulations and support initiatives for student progress.

Operational Support & Backfill (40%)

• Triage and address degree audit system support requests via a shared ticketing system (TDX).
• Serve on campus uAchieve encoders team in supporting all campuses degree audit encoding.
• Understand the relationships of curriculum systems, including PeopleSoft, Coursedog, Transferology, and uAchieve. Work with ASR units to ensure accuracy and consistency of the data within systems.
• Assist with technical upgrades, ongoing maintenance and the continuous improvement of uAchieve and degree audits.

*The employer reserves the right to change or add duties to this position as long as the changes and/or additions are consistent with the job classification.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least two years of professional, relevant experience or a Master's degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a student information system (PeopleSoft preferred).
• Experience with a degree audit system (uAchieve preferred).
• Experience with a catalog & curriculum management system.
• Experience with maintaining student records and interpreting policies.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to diagnose technical problems and problem solve.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

The mission of Academic Support Resources (ASR) is to make a positive difference in students' lives. ASR is committed to cultivating and sustaining an environment that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We are better equipped to serve and represent our University community by ensuring our culture values differences and individuality.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities of all ASR employees include job knowledge, communication, problem solving/analysis, development, leadership, teamwork, and customer service. The Office of the Registrar (OTR) manages all aspects of current and historical academic records. As stewards of the University's academic records, we ensure accuracy and integrity, protect student data, and enforce the standards set by University policies and procedures, and state and federal laws.

OTR is made up of two primary pillars: Academic & Student Services (records & enrollment and service operations) and Enterprise Application Services (catalog & curriculum management, non-credit registration, and data quality & reporting). All serve as a resource for students, faculty, and staff.

Pay Range: $75,000 - $78,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

Please include a resume and a cover letter with your application.

Priority Deadline to apply: 7/3/2026

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.