IS Business Automation Senior

Use your technical and collaboration skills and join the Higher Educational Aids Board (HEAB) as an IS Business Automation Senior

This position offers a hybridized work schedule. The position will be headquartered at and required to work from the Hill Farms State Office Building, 4822 Madison Yards Way, Madison, WI at least 2-3 days per week. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are generally expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview.

The Higher Educational Aids Board (HEAB) is responsible for the management and oversight of the state's student financial aid system for Wisconsin residents attending institutions of higher education. HEAB administers programs of student financial aid, including grant, scholarship and loan programs, tuition reciprocity agreements and tuition capitation contracts. Learn more about HEAB by clicking here.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans after two months of employment)
• A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position's requirements
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
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In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations.

This position serves as the business area project lead responsible for driving the planning and vision for all IT services within the Higher Educational Aids Board (HEAB). This position aims to improve quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of IT services with each project and initiative. The position acts as the liaison between the Grant Specialists, IT support staff, and HEAB customers to gather requirements, understand their needs, and shape them into specifications and communications to improve services or implement new initiatives. The work performed impacts statewide operations for HEAB, ensuring that financial aid funds are provided to the students of Wisconsin. This position will also ensure that HEAB is provided with the reporting data to manage and administer all grant and loan programs.

This position is in schedule-range with an annual salary of $66,560-$83,200, plus excellent benefits. A twelve month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check.

This state agency does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.

Minimally qualified applicant must meet all the following:

• Experience and/or training developing reports in a financial system such as PeopleSoft or comparable.
• Experience and/or training using advanced Microsoft Excel or Access features (e.g., pivot tables, charts, database connections, complex/nested formulas, etc.).

In addition to all the above, well-qualified applicants must meet one or more of the following:

• Experience coordinating or liaising across technical and non-technical business partners.
• Experience performing system analysis, design, development, or testing for a financial system or comparable.

Apply online To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Marley Hellenbrand at or

The deadline to apply is 11:59pm CST on Sunday, October 26th.