Collaborates with OTS on technical issues and ServiceNow tickets. Provides functional requirements, testing support, and validation for PeopleSoft configurations, patches, PUM updates, ELM updates and system enhancements for Veteran Service & Organizational Development

Evaluates, resolves, and reports on data integrity issues. Investigates, implements, and documents new system processes

Works with the development team on the design and maintenance and validation of batch job processes and related components. Assists programming staff with end user interaction, creation of functional requirements, and testing programming changes

Develops process documentation for PeopleSoft-supported applications and processes and provides recommendations and functional input for PeopleSoft security design in coordination with OTS and departmental leadership for the functional unit. Provides adequate testing of design and execution prior to final testing by users

Collaborates with department to analyze and recommend business process improvements and ensure alignment with operational and departmental needs

Leads query development for routine operations and collects information for data analysis, regulatory reporting and legislative and internal audits, veteran surveys, organizational development surveys, and annual reports

Works closely with the management team to analyze, design, and support the implementation of workflow processes that improve efficiency and ensure regulatory and institutional compliance

Improves operational efficiency and financial accuracy related to high-volume federal and state education benefit funds by ensuring precise certification, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies, preventing overpayments, and streamlining reporting processes; supports institutional compliance, safeguards revenue, and reduces financial risk associated with significant funding streams

Collaborates with partner institutions and internal teams to analyze processing routines and provide reporting, validation, and recommendations for improvement of veteran benefit processes. Designs and maintains performance dashboards, scorecards, success metrics, and reports to track initiatives against KPIs

Acts as the sole authorized institutional representative for direct communication with external governing agencies, including the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Department of Defense, and applicable state and national organizations. Includes specialized federal training, designation, and system access to inquire, interpret, and resolve student-specific benefit matters

Creates, runs, and tests queries for state reporting, federal and state audits and institutional requests, develops business solutions, and identifies gaps between ERP software and end-user needs. Recommends system enhancements and identifies process flow improvements

Manages the mass assignment, release and updates of VA service indicators

Responsible for other reasonable, related duties assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge of state and federal veteran related regulations
• Strong knowledge of PeopleSoft Student Records, Student Financials, and Financial Aid modules where they intersect with Veteran Benefit processing
• Strong knowledge of organizational development principles, including change management, learning & development, culture, leadership development.
• Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal communication, and customer service skills
• Proficient in query and reporting tools(e.g., PS Query, SQL, BI Publisher) support data validation, audits, and compliance reporting.
• Proficient in process mapping, workflow documentation, report creation, and business requirement development.
• Advanced Microsoft applications skills (Power BI)
• Strong attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to use system to record, maintain and extract data producing reports

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

PRERERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree and at least 7 years of experience
• Experience must include at least 5 years as a Business Analyst or Functional Analyst in higher education using PeopleSoft
• Experience gathering analyzing, and documenting business requirements, use cases, process flows, and functional specifications

Salary

Hiring salary range is $72,821 - $83,744

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
2. If the position was full time or part time
3. If the position was paid or unpaid
4. Level of degree completed including date earned.
5. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Special Instructions

Go to the Job Search page, click on `My Activities¿ at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on `Add Attachment.¿ Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume.

If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.

You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.

How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.