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Closing Date

06/22/2026

Type Of Position

IT Management and Business Services

Workstudy Position

No

Job Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department

Financial Aid and Scholarships Technology

Department's Website

Summary of Job Duties:

The IT Project Manager II will generate custom reports, ad hoc queries, and statistical information from large data sets for partners across campus. Maintain a working knowledge of database structure and database development. Develop and implement custom applications within the office using a variety of development languages. Analyze, troubleshoot, and work with stakeholders to identify and resolve aid program related issues. Demonstrate a working knowledge of student ISIRs and COD file imports. Exhibit a working knowledge of University of Arkansas student information system (Workday) and be able to assist other users in troubleshooting and resolving issues. Recommends changes or updates in programming, documentation, and training to address system deficiencies and user needs. Perform other duties as assigned.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in computer science, computer applications, mathematics, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education
At least two years of experience in computer support and data analysis

Completion of technical training in computer science, data processing, or a related field acquired from a vocational, military, or industrial setting
At least four years of experience in computer support and data analysis

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with the Financial Aid process as it relates to communication between institution, examples: COD, NSLDS, ADHE (SAMS), ScholarNet, Scholarship America
Familiarity with multiple operating systems, including Windows, MacOS, and Unix
Experience working with student information systems, examples: PeopleSoft, Slate, Hobsons
Experience with the University of Arkansas systems, specifically Workday Student, Human Capital Management, or Finance , and applicable UA software
Experience working with enterprise software such as Microsoft Office suite of applications
Familiarity with coding of the following languages: Python, Perl, SQL

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of the limitations and use of mainframe and microcomputer hardware and software
Ability to analyze computer system problems or errors and devise corrective measures
Ability to write moderately complex applications to fulfill requirements or select appropriate off-the-shelf software and modify to suit the agency or institution
Ability to code, test, and debug computer programs and write program documentation
Ability to critically analyze policies/procedures and develop streamlined solutions
Ability to read and interpret technical literature and evaluate product acceptability and/or quality

Additional Information

Salary Information:

$61,735.00

Required Documents To Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information

Erin Wooldridge, HEI Program Coordinator, ewooldri@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions To Applicants

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity

N/A

Benefits Eligible

Yes

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