Senior Slate Systems Analyst

Baylor University•Waco, TX

About The Position

This position supports Baylor University’s mission by providing technical and systems support for the Undergraduate Admissions-administered instances of Technolutions Slate. Positions in this series configure and maintain Slate, develop data solutions and portals, and support integrations, reporting, and data governance. They partner with Enrollment Management stakeholders to deliver solutions that support recruitment and retention goals. The University may hire at the Junior Slate Systems Analyst, Slate Systems Analyst, or Senior Slate Systems Analyst level based on skills and experience. The Junior role provides developing technical and operational support while building independence through progressively complex assignments. The Slate Systems Analyst independently handles complex systems analysis and support, configuration, data solutions, portals, integrations, reporting, and data-governance work. The Senior role provides advanced administration and development, leads complex projects, and serves as a technical and project lead while remaining an individual contributor with no direct supervisory responsibilities. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Additional experience or education may be considered in lieu of one another.

Requirements

Junior Slate Systems Analyst: bachelor’s degree and one year of relevant experience required.
Slate Systems Analyst: bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience required.
Senior Slate Systems Analyst: bachelor’s degree and four years of relevant experience required.
Additional experience or education may be considered in lieu of one another.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Ability to comply with University policies and maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Nice To Haves

Junior Slate Systems Analyst: two years of relevant experience preferred.
Slate Systems Analyst: five years of relevant experience preferred.
Senior Slate Systems Analyst: seven years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine Slate configuration and maintenance, including forms, events, workflows, rules, queries, and other system components (Junior level).
Troubleshoot issues, complete assigned updates, test changes, document work, and escalate complex or high-impact concerns as appropriate (Junior level).
Build and maintain data-focused Slate solutions using Configurable Joins, exports, source formats, and related tools; validate results and follow data standards (Junior level).
Partner with Systems team members and Enrollment Management stakeholders to understand business needs and implement appropriately scoped Slate solutions (Junior level).
Participate in requirements gathering, testing, documentation, and post-launch support, while developing the ability to independently manage defined projects (Junior level).
Support the maintenance, testing, monitoring, and troubleshooting of Slate integrations and scheduled data movement; assist with integration updates and new functionality (Junior level).
Assist with development and maintenance of Slate portals and other technical solutions, applying SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and related technologies as appropriate (Junior level).
Partner with Enrollment Management units, including Visits, Operations, and Marketing, to design, scope, and deliver Slate solutions that support recruitment and retention goals (Slate Systems Analyst level).
Lead data-focused Slate projects using Configurable Joins, scheduled exports, and source formats, ensuring solutions meet governance and data collection standards and account for downstream effects (Slate Systems Analyst level).
Oversee day-to-day Slate maintenance and configuration, including forms, events, rules, and retention policies (Slate Systems Analyst level).
Research, build, maintain, and enhance Slate integrations in collaboration with IT and campus partners (Slate Systems Analyst level).
Scope, design, develop, and maintain Slate portals that provide user-specific information and self-service functionality (Slate Systems Analyst level).
Independently evaluate requirements, design solutions, test changes, anticipate downstream impacts, and establish sustainable technical approaches for complex or high-impact work (Slate Systems Analyst level).
Design, develop, and maintain advanced Slate functionality using native features, SQL, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and related technologies (Senior level).
Research, build, maintain, and troubleshoot Slate integrations, APIs, web services, scheduled data movement, and inter-system processes (Senior level).
Coordinate with ITS and other technical partners regarding data transfer, accuracy, security, and system dependencies (Senior level).
Oversee complex Slate administration and data integrity; review high-impact changes, resolve advanced system issues, and provide technical guidance or mentoring when appropriate (Senior level).
Lead Slate portal projects from discovery through implementation and ongoing maintenance, including scope, design coordination, functionality development, and maintenance planning (Senior level).
Partner with campus stakeholders, data and research teams, marketing teams, and internal users to deliver secure, scalable, user-centered self-service experiences (Senior level).
Support Enrollment Management data and analytics functions by ensuring Slate processes and data structures conform to data-governance requirements (Senior level).
Coordinate changes in data availability and structure, advise on reporting implications, and collaborate with data warehouse and institutional partners regarding Slate data needs and downstream impacts (Senior level).
Perform other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission, comply with University policies, and maintain regular and punctual attendance.