Graduate Studies Senior Analyst

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun.

 

Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Graduate Studies Senior Analyst provides extensive support through independent programming and systems development. The role ensures effective collaboration with IT teams, maintains graduate applications, and delivers specialized training.

• Independently develops and programs custom department application for Graduate programs in CollegeNet system.
• Develops programs and implements Master’s and Doctoral programs into Uachieve system (DPR/Degree Progress Report).
• Coordinates/oversees the day-to-day operations of the Graduate Evaluation team.
• Compiles, monitors, and prepares data reports on graduate enrollment, applications, and yield data each semester.
• Troubleshoots Uachieve system and initiates software repairs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience.
• Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Thorough and advanced knowledge of business and academic information systems analysis, application development, and system integration within a higher education environment.
• Advanced knowledge of student information systems, degree progress reporting systems (e.g., uAchieve/DPR), application management platforms (e.g., CollegeNet), and document management/workflow systems (e.g., OnBase).
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to independently diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system, data, and programming issues across multiple platforms.
• Advanced programming and configuration skills to develop, implement, and maintain graduate applications, curriculum encoding, and degree audit systems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound judgment and discretion in resolving sensitive academic and student-related issues.

 

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more.
• Classification: 1344 / Business Systems Analyst III / Grade 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $ 7371- $ 8500 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $ 7284 - $ 10,611 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends.  
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 
• The individual hired for this role will physically work on-campus in Northridge. This is not a telecommute position. 

 

 General Information

• Applications received through February 19, 2026, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act