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Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 25194 For questions regarding this position, please contact: Polly Kogel at 406-994-5531 orpolly.kogel@montana.edu Classification Title Business Operations Analyst Working Title Business System Analyst Brief Position Overview MSU University Business Services is looking for an energetic, dedicated professional to administer the university’s travel and expense management system, Chrome River. This individual will serve as an application administrator and lead the effort of optimizing use of this system troubleshooting issues, and ensuring process improvements are implemented quickly and effectively. These tasks will be achieved by building strong working relationships with MSU’s central business offices, and the broader four campus community. This position is housed in the MSU University Business Services team but also works extensively with Fiscal Shared Services. Position Number 4M0764 Department Business Office Division University Business Services - Financial Services Appointment Type Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Non-Exempt Union Affiliation FOCUS-MFPE FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $27.95 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. Contract Type Classified Salary If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open Position Details

General Statement Under the general direction of the Director of Accounts Payable, the Business Analyst supports Montana State University’s Financial Services departments, related business processes, the Emburse Chrome River Travel and Expense Management System, and other electronic business products as needed. The Business Analyst provides Chrome River P-card and travel instruction and guidance to all four campuses. Duties and Responsibilities Lead system analyst of Chrome River for all four campuses Onboarding & training new users Trouble shooting issues using a ticketing system Responsible for all upgrades Works closely with UBS, OSP & Fiscal Shared Service Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Bachelor’s degree in business administration, technology, or related field plus progressive experience in information systems management or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated experience with desktop productivity tools such as Microsoft Office Products (specifically Teams, Excel, OneDrive, SharePoint, and PowerPoint). Demonstrated experience managing, leading, or playing a key role in the administration of information technology systems. Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Experience in higher education. Experience with Emburse Chrome River or other travel and expense management system Demonstrated working knowledge of Banner Finance. Knowledge of and ability to apply MSU business practices and procedures. The Successful Candidate Will Adaptability, composure, and ability to work in a team Planning & Organizing Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with team members Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high quality results Strong communication and presentation skills Work collaboratively in a supporting role on a technical team Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others Read, understand, and follow high-level policies and guidelines and apply those guidelines to daily responsibilities Effectively and professionally communicate verbally and in writing Position Special Requirements/Additional Information Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This position has supervisory duties? No Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon successful completion of search Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be: Screening of applications will begin on December 12, 2024 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
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