Information Systems Specialist Position Available In Cortland, New York

Information Systems Specialist
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Position Information
Budget Title Clerk II
Campus Title Information Systems Specialist
School/Division Research Foundation
Department RF Development Office
Staff Sub-Type Salary Level No Response
Salary Range $36,000-$39,000 (Depending on Experience)
Salary Determination Starting salary rates are based on multiples factors which may include the position’s major responsibilities, the applicant’s background including education, work experience, and key competencies, the university’s strategic priorities, internal peer equity and external market analyses, applicable federal, state, and local laws and negotiated labor contracts.
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Position Summary As a Research Foundation employee in the Advancement Information Services (AIS) department, the Information Systems Specialist has the primary duty of maintaining biographical information for SUNY Cortland alumni, parents, students, staff and friends of the college. This position is also responsible for gift processing and assisting the office with technology support.
The annual salary for this position is $36,000-$39,000 (Depending on Experience).
What makes SUNY Cortland a great place to work? The SUNY Research Foundation offers a generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university’s state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. SUNY Cortland’s Child Care Center welcomes the children of employees and community members, as space allows. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor’s approval.
Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more. Experience Cortland dives deep into the region’s offerings
Major Responsibilities Maintain individual and bulk records in software systems used by Institutional Advancement
Transfer data between systems using established interfaces. Frequent manual data entry will also be required
Effectively utilize available software, internet resources (e.g. social media, LinkedIn, Google alerts) and other tools for gathering information and accurately updating records following established standards and conventions
Assist with Data Integrity monitoring through the use of queries, standardization rules, observation and analysis
Ensure record updates and system change requests are completed and documented following proper protocols
Assist with hardware and software logging, updates and training as directed by the Advancement Database Manager
Functional and Supervisory Relationships This position reports to the Advancement Database Manager
Close working relationships with the AIS team, the Cortland Fund Staff, Advancement Services, Development, Alumni Engagement and all areas of Institutional Advancement
Required Qualifications Experience using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word and Teams
Ability to work evenings and weekend hours during the Cortland Challenge and possibly up to three times per year during special events (e.g. Cortland Challenge, Alumni Reunion, Cortaca)
Associate’s degree with a minimum of 1 year of experience in an office setting – or –
High School diploma or its equivalent with a minimum of 2 or more years’ experience working in an office setting
Preferred Qualifications Experience using Raiser’s Edge/NXT, Anthology or ImportOmatic
Experience working in Higher Education or not-for-profit fundraising support
Help-desk experience
Experience with hardware and software troubleshooting
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Proficiency using technology and learning new software packages. (This position requires heavy use of Microsoft Office365 and related applications— particularly Teams, Excel, Outlook and Word.)
Ability to work both independently and within a team setting
Ability to identify errors and inconsistencies in formatting, reports and data sets
Must be able to read, understand and follow written and verbal instructions and accurately document projects
Ability to learn and understand business processes and procedures
Effective time management skills
Demonstrates respect for people and their differences; understands the benefits of varying perspectives
Has a commitment to data security and confidentiality
About the University A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well- rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine’s “Best Colleges for Your Money List,” fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields.
EEO Statement As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, the Research Foundation for SUNY
will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.
Job Close Date Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S23293
Review Start Date 04/18/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
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