United States onlyStrata 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.
Ellucian Colleague Functional & Technical Contractors (Multiple Specialties)
Location: Remote (U.S. based)
Engagement Type: Contract
Schedule: Part‑time, full‑time, or project‑based (varies by engagement)
Overview
We are building a bench of experienced Ellucian Colleague contractors to support current and future initiatives across multiple functional and technical areas. These contractors will be engaged on an as‑needed basis for implementations, upgrades, integrations, reporting, staff augmentation and operational support.
This is an excellent opportunity for independent consultants and contractors who enjoy flexible, project‑based work in higher education environments.
Areas of Expertise We’re Seeking
We are interested in candidates with expert levell hands on experience in one or more of the following Ellucian Colleague areas:
Functional Modules
- Student (Admissions, Registration, Records)
- Financial Aid
- Finance (GL, AP, AR)
- Human Resources & Payroll
- Accounts Receivable / Student Finance
- Colleague SaaS / Cloud experience
Technical & Reporting
- Colleague Core / Data Model
- Envision / UniBasic Programming
- JavaScript, React, PostgreSQL, etc. for Ellucian Experience, Data Connect, Insights and others
- Colleague WebAdvisor
- Ethos Integration / APIs (REST & SOAP)
- Ellucian Experience: Custom card development, UI enhancements.
- Data Connect: Creation and management of integration pipelines.
- Intelligent Processes: Automated workflows to streamline processes.
- Insights: Leveraging data insights for decision-making.
- Intelligent Learning Platform (ILP): Integration with learning management systems.
- Informer
- Colleague Studio, Self-Service, ELF
- Custom forms, rules, and workflows
- Data conversions and system upgrades
Responsibilities (Engagement‑Dependent)
- Provide functional or technical expertise for Ellucian Colleague projects
- Support system implementations, upgrades, and optimizations
- Troubleshoot issues and recommend solutions
- Collaborate with functional users, IT staff, and vendors
- Develop documentation and knowledge transfer materials
- Participate in project meetings as required
Qualifications
- Demonstrated expertise working with Ellucian Colleague (functional and/or technical)
- 5 or more years working in Higher education
- Previous consulting or contractor experience
- Ability to work independently and manage deliverables
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Availability to engage in short‑term or long‑term contracts
- Experience supporting Colleague SaaS environments (nice to have)
Why Join SIG's Contractor Bench?
- Flexible, project‑based engagements
- Opportunity to work on diverse Colleague initiatives
- Remote work options
- Ongoing opportunities as projects arise
- Hourly contractor rates between $70 and $85
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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