Career and Academic Systems Integration Manager
Career and Academic Systems Integration Manager
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Job Description
George Fox Universitys Career and Academic Planning (CAP) Center seeks an innovative detail-oriented and tech-savvy Systems Manager to lead and manage the platforms data processes and operational systems that support our academic planning and career development programming.
About the Job:
The Systems Manager is responsible for the implementation maintenance and optimization of the CAP Centers core technology platforms (e.g. Handshake) and for ensuring effective integration with other campus systems (e.g. PeopleSoft Slate Salesforce Fox360 Tableau GradSync). This role oversees career and retention-related data collection (including First Destination and Exodus surveys) while leading data-informed improvements to workflows analytics and reporting. Additionally the Systems Manager will lead the exploration and adoption of forward-thinking solutions-including AI-powered tools-to create scalable personalized and tech-enabled services. In collaboration with CAP Center staff university partners and external vendors this role ensures that systems strategically support student development and institutional goals.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- System Administration & Technology Oversight (40%)
- Serving as the primary administrator for the CAP Centers technology platforms including Handshake and supporting integrations with systems such as Slate Salesforce Fox360 GradSync and PeopleSoft.
- Ensuring optimal system performance data integrity and user experience across these systems to support both career preparation and academic planning initiatives.
- Collaborating with IT Institutional Research and external vendors to resolve technical issues maintain data flow and implement platform enhancements.
- Providing system training and documentation for CAP Center staff student workers and relevant campus partners.
- Staying current on platform capabilities and recommending technology solutions that align with the CAP Centers strategic goals.
- Managing the CAP Centers communications systems (e.g. email campaigns notifications automated workflows) to ensure coordinated timely and student-centered outreach.
- Evaluating piloting and implementing innovative systems solutions including AI-driven tools that enhance the effectiveness of student outreach scheduling career exploration and academic success.
- Staying informed of emerging technologies and recommending relevant updates and/or new aligned with evolving student needs and strategic goals.
- Data Management & Reporting (30%)
- Overseeing the collection analysis and reporting of data related to student engagement career outcomes advising appointments and retention.
- Building and maintaining data dashboards using information from Handshake Salesforce PeopleSoft and related systems to support decision-making and strategic planning.
- Ensuring compliance with FERPA and other data governance standards.
- Translating complex data into actionable insights that support early interventions and programmatic improvements.
- Using AI-assisted analytics to identify trends in student engagement career interests risk indicators and opportunity areas to enhance support strategies.
- Operational Strategy & Process Improvement (20%)
- Improving workflows involving cross-system tasks such as appointment scheduling student communication employer tracking and academic alerts.
- Partnering with CAP Center staff and university stakeholders to streamline operational processes and aligning systems with institutional priorities.
- Promoting equitable and accessible technology use for all students with attention to underrepresented or historically marginalized populations.
- Leading the development of new workflows and interventions using AI and digital tools to increase personalization and efficiency.
- Team Collaboration & Institutional Mission (10%)
- Actively engaging with CAP Center initiatives team meetings and service delivery planning.
- Supporting student-facing programming including career events classroom visits and orientation activities.
- Serving as a Christian role model and actively contributing to George Fox Universitys spiritual and educational mission.
- Communicating effectively and courteously with others including employees students and the public in a spirit of teamwork respect and customer service.
- By actions words and lifestyle be a Christian role model to students whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
- Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect appreciation and humility.
- Other duties as assigned.
Were looking for candidates who have:
- A Bachelors degree.
- A minimum of three years of experience in systems administration institutional research data analytics or student affairs technology.
- Proficiency with platforms like Handshake Salesforce Slate or similar CRM/career tech systems.
- Strong skills in analytics problem-solving and data visualization.
- A demonstrated ability to manage multiple systems and collaborate across departments.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas now or at any point in the future should apply.
- A commitment to the Universitys Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
- A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures backgrounds abilities ethnicities political views and expressions of Christian faith.
- A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.
Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes:
- A Masters in Higher Education Data Analytics IT or a related field.
Job information:
- Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
- Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus
- Working Conditions: Physical requirements are those of a normal office environment.
- Supervisor: Director of the Career & Academic Planning (CAP) Center
George Fox University has been transforming students lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually academically and professionally to think with clarity act with integrity and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first with Christ at the center of our work embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.
Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the universitys mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.
As a Christ-centered community George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of Gods design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.
What is most appealing about working at George Fox University
- Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures praying with staff members and students at work and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
- Unapologetically Christian: As a university we have an enduring commitment to Christ his kingdom and the truth of Gods Word.
- Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.
For your personal well-being we offer:
- A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
- Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
- A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
- Free Fitness Center membership.
- Free parking.
- Rich employee benefit package.
Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website
When completing the online application please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume:
- Letter of Interest
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
- Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
We invite you to Be Known at Oregons largest private and nationally recognized Christian University!
**This position is subject to close at any time regardless of the date on the posting.
**Have questions or need assistance with our application process Contact
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex age race color marital status national origin disability veteran status or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local state or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship including promotion pay training classification performance reviews discipline and termination.
George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the universitys faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.
In the recruiting process the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the universitys workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
