Business Analyst or Senior Business Analyst

Company: JobElephant
Location: Las Vegas
Posted on: March 11, 2026

Job Description:

Business Analyst or Senior Business Analyst Thank you for your interest in employment with Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE), System Administration and System Computing Services. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application: Draft applications are saved automatically and can be accessed through your candidate home account. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our Human Resources department at (775) 784-4901. The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) invites applications and nominations for the position of Business Analyst or Senior Business Analyst, Finance/Grants. This is a renewable, full-time, non-tenured, administrative position and reports to the Assistant Director of Workday. The NSHE is comprised of eight institutions: three universities, four community colleges, and a research institute. The public system of higher education in Nevada continues to experience rapid growth, with significant challenges and opportunities in serving over 105,000 students and 15,000 employees. The Workday enterprise information systems support the critical business functions of the NSHE campuses. The incumbent reports to the Analysis and Configuration Manager and assists NSHE stakeholders in identifying and configuring business processes and suggests refinements and improvements to those processes. The Business Analyst also provides user support in complex problem analysis and resolution; designs and develops reports, integrations, and data extracts that support business processes; develops technical specifications that support application customizations and enhancements based on Workday Releases and assists in quality assurance testing. The position serves as a bridge between the campus functional, internal and external team members, and the Workday team technical areas, and requires incumbent to have a higher education functional knowledge as well as a technical background. STARTING SALARY: *This position offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, and certification/training. Comprehensive Health Insurance : includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Additionally, an employer paid long term disability plan is included. Outstanding Retirement Plan : professional employees are required to participate in the 401(a) Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA). Employee contributions of 19.25% are matched 100% by the employer and employees experience an immediate vesting in the plan. Employees who currently or previously participated in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada may be eligible to continue in the PERS plan. Paid Leave : generous annual leave (accrual of 2 days per month), sick leave (granted 30 days at time of hire), 12 paid holidays, and paid family leave. Faculty may take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate and their dependents may access an unlimited number of credits, if they meet specific criteria. Additional Perks : Employee assistance programs and professional development opportunities. *Pursuant NSHE Policy : "Initial placement must fall between the minimum salary and Q2/median/mid-range on the applicable salary schedule." Salary Schedules and select Administrative Faculty, Grade C. Business Analyst, Finance/Grants : The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems or a related field from an accredited institution is required with two (2) years directly applicable experience . Two (2) years functional experience in the areas of Finance or Grants or 2 years Workday Business Analyst experience. Senior Business Analyst, Finance/Grants : The successful candidate must have Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems or a related field from an accredited institution is required with four (4) years directly applicable experience or Master's Degree with 2 years directly applicable experience. 2 years functional experience in the areas of Finance or Grants or 2 years Workday Business Analyst experience. Additional 2 years Workday business analyst experience in the areas of Finance or Grants. Workday Pro Certification(s), Higher Education Experience, Demonstrated understanding of Grants Management Applicants should address the following items in their letter of application when applying for this position. Knowledge of key business functions in higher education in the Workday Business Process and overall system. Knowledge of information systems in higher education to support the functions above. Knowledge of federal and non-federal awards, grants, and contracts Knowledge of award setup, management, billing, and reporting Ability to translate business process redesign and automation into administrative efficiencies. Ability and experience in aligning data, policies, workflows, and information systems. Excellent oral and written communication skills, specifically with respect to consensus building, presentation of ideas and plans, listening and translating specifications/requirements, and project participation. The Senior Business Analyst must also possess the following: ~ Knowledge of business process analysis, business process redesign, and process improvement methods, tools, and techniques. The Business Analyst provides functional support to users of Workday. Work typically involves a combination of providing advice and troubleshooting Workday functional and technical areas. Must have an intermediate level of functional and Workday configuration knowledge. Must have WD Fundamentals in one or more core areas (Finance, HCM, Payroll). Primary contact for functional users needing help with functional reports and report writing. Primary contact for functional users needing help with roles and security changes. Intermediate skills in creating, analyzing, tracking and documenting service desk and change request tickets within the ticketing system. Intermediate ability to analyze and document customer needs and requirements in the tickets. Fosters trusting relationships with customers, coworkers and supervisors. Provides excellent customer service to all constituents, documents customer concerns, anticipates customer concerns, and escalates concerns as appropriate. Helps team meet its goals and deliver quality work. Respect for his/her peers and helps where s/he can, making collaborations go smoothly. Communicates, actively listens, participates, shares, teaches and effectively communicates to the customer, team members and supervisor. s/he shows up for work on time, puts in the best effort and completes projects in a timely and effective manner. Positive attitude - maintains a professional and congenial attitude when working with customers and team members. Actively involved in daily tasks, effectively supports the customer, and engages in the team to accomplish the goals. Additionally, the Senior Business Analyst will be expected to: Provide advanced functional support to users of Workday. Work typically involves a combination of providing advice and troubleshooting Workday functional and technical areas. Must have an advanced level of functional and Workday configuration knowledge. Must have WD Fundamentals in two or more core areas (Finance, HCM, Payroll) and one must be at advanced level. Performs system level audits and works with campuses to ensure integrity of system data. Basic understanding of calculated fields and how they function. Primary contact for functional users needing help with functional reports and report writing. Primary contact for functional users needing help with roles and security changes. Advanced skills in creating, analyzing, tracking and documenting service desk and change request tickets within the ticketing system. Intermediate ability to analyze and document customer needs and requirements in the tickets. Must be able to prepare reports and filters to track tickets and document configuration changes in Workday for audit purposes. TO APPLY: The application process will be handled through the Workday on-line search process. Application materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of four professional references willing to be contacted . Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and professional work experience. Applications will be considered incomplete without all requested materials. The review of materials will begin immediately. Materials should be addressed to Stephanie Flatt, Senior Human Resources Generalist, and are to be submitted via on-line application at . For assistance with NSHE's on-line applicant portal, contact Stephanie Flatt at (775) 784-3471 or sflatt@nshe.Current employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at NSHE institutions. Once you log into Workday and type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate the specific job posting by typing the requisition number (e.g. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications may be submitted until the position is filled. The review of materials will begin immediately, however, for full consideration applications should be submitted March 15, 2026. For more information about the Nevada System of Higher Education, please visit our website at The Nevada System of Higher Education hires only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.The NSHE is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Full-Time Equivalent Application materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and names, addresses and telephone numbers of four professional references willing to be contacted . All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents.

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