Banner Consultant - Student

Job Description

Job Description

Strata Information Group (SIG) is a trusted leader in higher‑education technology consulting, supporting colleges and universities with ERP/SIS modernization, digital transformation, CRM, cybersecurity, and strategic advisory services. As a long‑standing and deeply embedded partner within the higher‑education sector, SIG brings together technical depth, operational insight, and a culture rooted in integrity, collaboration, and exceptional client service. Our heritage is built on hands‑on expertise, genuine relationships, and a commitment to delivering value with humility and excellence—values that continue to define us as we scale.

Banner® Student Consultant
(Expression of Interest)

Do you have a deep understanding of Ellucian Banner Student and a drive to make a real impact in higher education? We're seeking experienced consultants to assist institutions in optimizing their student information systems. If you're passionate about configuring the Banner Student module and solving complex challenges in the higher ed space, we want to connect with you!

This is an expression of interest for future openings —apply today to be considered for roles as they become available. This is a remote position, with opportunities for both full-time and part-time work. Some travel will be required.

Position Summary & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to gather business requirements and translate them into functional specifications for Banner® Student.
• Configure and implement Banner® Student, ensuring that it meets the institution's needs for student registration, academic records, grading, advising, and other student lifecycle management functions.
• Provide hands-on configuration, customization, and troubleshooting support for Banner® Student.
• Develop and document best practices, workflows, and standard operating procedures for using Banner® Student.
• Assist with system testing, including data migrations, integrations, and post-implementation support.
• Deliver training sessions to end-users, including staff and faculty, to ensure smooth system adoption.
• Provide ongoing support and system maintenance, troubleshooting, and resolving issues as they arise.
• Stay current with updates and new features in Banner® Student and provide recommendations for improvements and optimizations.
• Work with cross-functional teams, including technical teams and business stakeholders, to ensure integration with other systems and alignment with institutional goals.
• Assist in report generation and analytics related to student data, enrollment, and performance.
• Help institutions navigate compliance with data privacy and security standards.

Required Consultant Qualifications

• Five or more years working directly with the Banner® Student functionality at a college or university or as a Banner® consultant, demonstrating advanced user proficiency
• Experience implementing Banner® Student at a college or university
• Demonstrated expertise using Banner® Student to improve and automate business processes within the Registrar's, Admissions, or Records office at a college or university
• Ability to troubleshoot technical and functional issues within Banner® Student
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills and a proven customer service approach
• Highly self-directed with solid problem-solving expertise
• The ability to travel up to 50% of the time

Preferred Consultant Qualifications

• Experience developing reports in support of the various student areas
• Ability to communicate user requirements to the technical support team
• Knowledge of how Banner® is used in a variety of institutional types
• Experience with Ellucian Cloud Services and related technologies
• Thorough knowledge of relational databases
• Ability to read and write SQL queries
• Ellucian Banner® Badges
• Familiarity with California Community College Banner® (CALB) or Texas Connection Consortium (TCC) Banner® functionality
• Understanding of data integrations and touchpoints with Banner® Student.

Pay and Benefits (Full-time eligibility required)

• The salary range is $90,000 -$120,000 plus bonus
• Health, Vision, Dental & Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• 3-Weeks Vacation, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with a 5% Employer Contribution
• Pet Insurance

Not looking for full-time? We hire part-time positions with flexible scheduling based on your needs. Weekly hours vary depending on project needs and assignments can be flexible. Some assignments are long-term, while others may be short-term. This role involves direct client interaction, so availability during standard business hours is required.

This job posting is for prospective opportunities, and while we may not have an immediate opening, we are dedicated to building a network of highly skilled professionals for future needs. Apply today, we look forward to learning more about you!

The listed salary range for this position is indicative and subject to adjustment based on the candidate's unique skills and location. Final compensation will be determined through mutual agreement between the successful candidate and SIG.

SIG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer

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