Title: Data Analyst – Student Records

Employee Classification: Temporary Assignment - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department: DAL-Office of the Provost

Department: DAL-Registrar-521260

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $20-$25 per hour

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The Registrar’s Office support students by offering a variety of student services, i.e. registration, degree awarding/verification, commencement, official transcripts, and VA certifications.

Our duty is to maintain integrity of our students’ academic records.

Position Overview

The Data Analyst of Student Records supports the Registrar’s Office by reviewing, verifying, and updating student residency status in accordance with institutional and state policies. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of student records and ensuring accurate classification for tuition purposes. Under the direction of the Registrar, the analyst coordinates with campus partners and students to process documentation, analyze residency data, generate reports, and support communication efforts with students and university leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with student information systems, preferably PeopleSoft.
• Familiarity with Texas higher education tuition and fee billing regulations.
• Understanding of student residency laws and policies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong data analysis and reporting skills, including proficiency in Excel, PeopleSoft queries, or business intelligence tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with FERPA and institutional policies.
• Prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a deadline-driven setting.
• Ability to apply complex policies consistently.
• Collaborate effectively across departments in a professional, student-centered environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Texas Higher Education experience.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Residency Review & Processing: Evaluate and verify student residency status based on documentation submitted during admissions or continuing enrollment.
• Apply state residency statutes and institutional policies consistently and accurately.
• Ensure timely updates of residency statuses in PeopleSoft.
• Data Entry & System Maintenance: Input, track, and audit residency data in the student information system (PeopleSoft).
• Ensure data integrity and troubleshoot discrepancies or incomplete records.
• Support data clean-up projects related to residency or student classification.
• Collaboration & Support: Serve as a point of contact for questions from students and staff regarding residency criteria or decisions.
• Coordinate with departments such as Admissions, Financial Aid, and Student Accounts to ensure alignment of residency classification. 
• Student Communication: Guide students through the residency appeal or reclassification process as needed.
• Policy & Compliance: Stay informed of changes to state and federal residency policies and support policy updates or implementation. - (Essential)
• Assist in developing internal procedures to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.
• Maintain records in accordance with FERPA and university retention guidelines.

Physical Requirements:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards:

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday No less than 19 hours a week No more than 40 hours a week

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.