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Microsoft Office 365 Analyst, Information Technology Services, December 2 application due at careers.msu.edu

Job of The Week: Microsoft Office 365 Analyst

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This week’s featured job is a Microsoft Office 365 Analyst for MSU Information Technology Services (job posting 1093383). If you are a collaborative, tech-savvy professional interested in maximizing the value of Microsoft 365 tools while driving digital transformation and exploring AI solutions, this may be the role for you.

MSU Information Technology provides the primary leadership for strategic, financial, and policy initiatives affecting IT across Michigan State University. MSU IT and department IT staff offer technology resources that support MSU’s mission of providing education, conducting research, and advancing engagement, supporting staff, faculty, students, alumni, and visitors alike at MSU.

As the Microsoft 365 Analyst, you will help the department transition from siloed to standardized, collaborative digital workflows. You will integrate Microsoft 365 tools, including Teams and SharePoint, into administrative processes, streamline organizational workflows through AI-powered automations, and spread knowledge of underused tools across campus. Additionally, you will enhance Power BI use across departments and collaborate with administrative units across campus. Find a complete list of job duties and responsibilities

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree and three to five years of related work experience with application development, Microsoft 365, and designing, scheduling, implementing, and testing complex applications. You should have strong experience with Office 365 development tools, two years of hands-on experience working with coding and AI tools, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to train and support end-users. 

To learn more about MSU IT, please visit the MSU Information Technology website. To learn more about or apply for this position, please visit the MSU Careers website. Applications require a resume and cover letter, and should be submitted by December 2.

Job of The Week: Electrical Planner/Inspector

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This week’s featured job is an Electrical Planner/Inspector/Analyst III for MSU Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (job posting 1093729). If you are an experienced professional with a strong background in electrical systems, project management, and code compliance who is looking to play a crucial role in supporting MSU’s campus infrastructure, this may be the position for you. 

MSU Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (IPF) plans, builds, maintains, and beautifies MSU’s physical campus environment in support of its education, research, and outreach missions. The unit’s team of over 1,000 professionals keeps MSU running 24/7/365 by meeting the infrastructure needs and providing expert analysis to support long-term planning goals. Together, they ensure that MSU’s campus remains a safe and inspiring place to work, learn, and grow. 

This position plans, designs, directs, estimates, inspects, and analyzes the installation, construction, alteration, operation, and/or repair of very complex mechanical, structural, electrical, environmental, electronic, or computer-based systems in new or existing facilities and projects campus-wide. Other duties include:

  • Provide expert technical support for project services, maintenance services, management, and skilled trades staff.
  • Manage complex, multi-craft projects from planning and design through procurement, inspection, and closeout.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
  • Offer cost-effective design ideas and solutions to help departments meet budget and operational goals. 
  • Prepare detailed drawings, technical reports, cost studies, and assist in material procurement and emergency management.
  • Engage in high-performing, leading-edge practices that value people, partnerships, and stewardships. 

This position requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, and five to eight years of progressively responsible experience in mechanical construction and construction project management. You should have strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Find a list of remaining requirements on the job listing.

Apply for this position on the MSU Careers website. Applications require a resume and should be submitted by December 2. 

Job of the Week – Data Resource Analyst

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This week’s job of the week is a Data Resource Analyst (Posting #646611) for the College of Education, specifically within the Education Policy Innovation Collaborative (EPIC). EPIC partners with state and school district leaders to produce rigorous and objective multi-methods research with consequence that strengthens evidence-based decision-making for practice and policy in Michigan, with implications for historically disadvantaged students throughout the country.

This position will be responsible for managing, processing, and analyzing large-scale administrative data sets central to our work. Additionally, this person will manage the acquisition, organization, warehousing, documentation, security, and dissemination of data.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing one or two years of post-bachelor’s degree work, such as a master’s degree in Educational Administration, Statistics, Economics, or Research Methodology. See job posting for a complete list of desired qualifications.

For more details on the responsibilities of this position, and to view all our current postings, visit careers.msu.edu. Internal applicants should access postings through the Careers @ MSU tile in the EBS Portal.

Job of the Week – GIS Analyst

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This week’s job of the week is a GIS Analyst (#626638) for MSU’s Information Technology Services, specifically for the IT Services Analytics and Data Solutions department. This position is seeking an individual with experience with typical mapping and GIS applications to assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the spatial data infrastructure.

The responsibilities for this role include assisting users to troubleshoot and resolve problems with spatial systems, preparing related documentation, and maintaining and validating the data integrity and accuracy of the spatial data infrastructure. Additional responsibilities for this role include participating in the development of long-range planning goals, monitoring the spatial data framework and systems, and producing, developing, and delivering map products and related documents as requested.

The ideal candidate would possess knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year degree program in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business or related Information Technology field, with coursework in an information technology specialization related to the area of employment; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in Geographic Information System (GIS) including a good working knowledge of geographic information management and spatial data standards, experience with GIS software and analysis; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

For more details on the responsibilities of this position, and to view all our current postings, visit careers.msu.edu. Internal applicants should access postings through the Careers @ MSU tile in the EBS Portal.

Job of the Week – Prospecting and Strategy Analyst

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This week’s job of the week is a Prospecting and Strategy Analyst (#614249) for MSU’s Innovation Center. This position is seeking an individual with the ability to act effectively as a member of a team – working with others to develop strategies and solutions, engaging in a culture of continuous learning and teaching with peers.

The responsibilities for this role include understanding and prioritizing partnerships with corporations, working under the guidance of the Associate Director of MSU Business-Connect, and focusing on University strengths to research priorities and map engagement points and value propositions for corporate partners. Additional responsibilities of this role include reviewing past and current partnerships to verify MSU strengths and explore the corporate research landscape to help guide future engagement strategy.

The ideal candidate would possess knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Journalism, Pre-law, History, Psychology or Information Science or related field. Three to five years of progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in research methods including online electronic searching, large mainframe databases, and PC-based software and relationship management software; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

For more details on the responsibilities of this position, and to view all our current postings, visit careers.msu.edu. Internal applicants should access postings through the Careers @ MSU tile in the EBS Portal.