Strata Information Group (SIG) is a trusted leader in higher‑education technology consulting, supporting colleges and universities with ERP/SIS modernization, digital transformation, CRM, cybersecurity, and strategic advisory services. As a long‑standing and deeply embedded partner within the higher‑education sector, SIG brings together technical depth, operational insight, and a culture rooted in integrity, collaboration, and exceptional client service. Our heritage is built on hands‑on expertise, genuine relationships, and a commitment to delivering value with humility and excellence—values that continue to define us as we scale.
Position Summary & Responsibilities
As a Banner Financial Aid Consultant, you will utilize your expertise in working directly with the Ellucian Banner Financial Aid module to provide implementation support, training, consulting, and technical assistance at client sites. Your responsibilities will also include analyzing current business processes, making recommendations for process improvement through the use of technological tools, assisting clients with the Financial Aid year roll, and ensuring compliance with Department of Education requirements.
This is a remote position, and we welcome applicants from people looking for either full or part-time work with experience in California Financial Aid.
- Provide implementation support, including training, functional consulting, and technical assistance at client sites.
- Analyze current business processes and recommend the utilization of technological tools for process improvement.
- Assist clients with the Financial Aid year roll within Banner.
- Ensure clients comply with the Department of Education requirements.
Required Qualifications
- 5 or more years working within the Higher Education Industry.
- 5 or more years of experience working with Ellucian Banner, demonstrating advanced user proficiency.
- CalGrant expertise needed
- Candidates with California specific financial aid experience, including California Dream Act Application (CADAA, or Cal ISIR), Banner ETHOS®/Experience® CalGrant processes, and CALBFA add-on to Banner for California College Promise Grant (CCPG)
- Demonstrated expertise in using Banner to improve and automate business processes within the Financial Aid office at a college or university.
- Solid understanding of FAFSA and the ability to implement changes within Banner.
- Experience in developing reports utilizing Banner to support various Financial Aid areas.
- Experience in a consulting capacity, focusing on enhancing business process and creating efficiency.
- Ability to troubleshoot technical and functional issues within Banner.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills and a proven customer service approach
- The ability to travel up to 25%
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing project based work.
- Experience in reading and writing SQL queries is useful for this role.
- Knowledge of how Banner is used in different institutional types.
- Experience working with SQL
- Understanding of algorithmic packaging
- Knowledge of period-based budgeting
- Familiarity with TDClient
- Exposure to scheduling tools (e.g., UC4, Automic or ISE)
Pay and Benefits
- The salary range for full-time is $90,000 -$120,000 + bonus. The hourly rate for part-time is $45-63/hr (please note, the benefits are only for full time)
- Health, Vision, Dental & Life Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- 3 Weeks Vacation, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays
- 401(K) with a 5% Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
The listed salary range for this position is indicative and subject to adjustment based on the candidate's unique skills and location. Final compensation will be determined through mutual agreement between the successful candidate and SIG.
SIG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
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