Strata Information Group

Ellucian Colleague Contractors (1099)

Remote · Remote (restrictions not stated)

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EmployerStrata Information Group
LocationRemote
Work styleRemote (restrictions not stated)
Employer posted6 months ago

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.

Ellucian Colleague Functional & Technical Contractors (Multiple Specialties)

Location: Remote (U.S. based)
Engagement Type: Contract
Schedule: 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.

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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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