Working Title: Information Technology Spec 3 - Solutions Analyst
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 3
Agency: Minnesota State
Job ID : 95323
Location : Bloomington
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 07/07/2026
Closing Date : 07/20/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN St Colleges & Universities / Normandale CC-MAPE
Division/Unit : MnSCU Normandale CC / MnSCU Normandale CC Profession
Appointment Type : Unlimited, Full-time
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $33.96 - $55.83 / hourly; $70,908 - $116,573 / annually
Job Class Option : Business Analyst
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Solutions Analyst serves as a college wide expert in specialized technology solutions, managing systems and initiatives that significantly impact operations, finances, and service delivery across the college. The position independently leads projects or major components of complex initiatives, applying advanced professional judgment in business analysis, project management, business process reengineering, and the implementation and configuration of COTS, SaaS, and custom-developed solutions.
The Solutions Analyst acts as the primary liaison between Information Technology, college administrative and academic units, Minnesota State partners, and external vendors. The role analyzes business operations, risks, and objectives and translates these into technology recommendations for procurement, development, implementation, enhancement, or decommissioning to improve efficiency, compliance, data integrity, and service delivery.
This position regularly supports initiatives with complex or evolving requirements and competing stakeholder priorities. Decisions require balancing cost, risk, integration complexity, data security, accessibility, and sustainability. The Solutions Analyst exercises independent judgment in determining solution approaches and implementation priorities, escalating issues when they present significant institutional risk or impact.
As a key member of the Solutions Team, this role supports Director level leadership by assisting with solution intake, prioritization, cross-team coordination, and communication with internal and external stakeholders to deliver consistent, scalable, and well governed technology solutions.
This position will actively advance the college's strategic goals, including to achieve equity in educational outcomes and to support a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts.
Minimum
At least three (3) years of professional Information Technology experience which should include: business analysis, solution evaluation, system implementation, or related areas; and managing complex technology initiatives, supporting enterprise applications and/or leading software procurement or business analytics activities; a Bachelor's degree substitutes for 12 months of experience; and an Associate's degree substitutes for 6 months of experience.
Experience gathering, analyzing, documenting, and communicating complex business and system requirements.
Experience researching, evaluating, and recommending software solutions to meet business needs.
Experience managing projects involving multiple stakeholders, systems, and vendors using recognized project management methodologies (Agile and/or Waterfall).
Demonstrated problem-solving skills, including defining problems, evaluating alternatives, and implementing effective solutions.
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments and work independently.
Ability to collaborate effectively and provide guidance or lead work to team members.
Preferred
Three (3) year's experience in Higher Education
Experience supporting and delivering custom-developed solutions, including but not limited to SQL based solutions, C#, TDX iPaSS, DevExpress dashboards, and Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI or Microsoft Access.
Experience implementing, configuring, and administering Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) and/or Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions.
Experience in software procurement, vendor management, and/or RFP processes, including evaluation of data security, system integration, and accessibility requirements.
Experience using data analysis, Student Information Systems (SIS), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, and relational databases to support operational processes, reporting, and business decision making.
Business analysis experience sufficient to qualify for the IIBA Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) or completion of an industry recognized business analysis certification.
Knowledge of data security principles, including access controls, system security, and compliance considerations, sufficient to evaluate and support technology solutions.
Project management training and/or professional certifications.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
