"Sr. System Analyst"

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Sr. System Analyst who will be a part of advancing the institutions proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.

JOB SUMMARY

Perform complex computer information systems analysis and technical application design and development work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Analyze existing procedures for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Design, code, and implement new or revised methods that more effectively meet departmental and institutional needs.
• Apply Application Development Project Management methodologies to all projects, large and small.
• Prepare charts, diagrams and tables depicting the proposed systems in terms of cost, tasks, and schedule.
• Prepare Business Process diagrams and other information portraying the movement of work through the organizational elements.
• Formulate logical descriptions of problems and devises optimum solutions.
• Monitor and assist in facilitating the progress of assigned projects.
• Provide regular updates on projects status and on requirements for additional implementations of new functionality and enhancements.
• Coordinate with Information Technology personnel, consultants and other external resources to ensure efficient and effective resource utilization.
• Monitor the interface of systems/subsystems and software applicants.
• Evaluate and recommend action on testing and implementation of software/hardware upgrades.
• Provide technical support for new or enhanced systems and ancillary applications.
• Recommend and provide specifications for requirement gaps, interfaces, enhancements and workflow.
• Serve as a project leader, overseeing the planning, development, troubleshooting, testing and implementation of enhancements to application software systems.
• Analyze technology needs for business applications.
• Monitor progress of projects against approved plans and schedules.
• Research and recommend appropriate hardware, software and network solutions pertaining to application area of responsibility.
• May work flexible work schedule as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in MIS, Computer Science or Engineering required
• 8 years directly related work experience may be considered in lieu of required degree
• 5 years experience working with computer information systems required
• PeopleSoft Applicants: Experience with PeopleSoft version 9.2 PUMxx online applications for any of the following modules – Finance, Human Resources and Student Administration. Extensive experience with PeopleCode, PeopleTools; Application Designer, SQR and SQL; Familiarity with BI Reporting, Crystal Reporting; PeopleSoft portal, Integration Broker, Oracle, LDAP & Solaris preferred
• Web Focused Applicants: Proficiency in HTML, SQL, XML and Oracle with emphasis on Web related software system design, implementation and support in various genres; Data Warehousing design, implementation and support experience preferred
• Experience with business productivity applications, applying continuous business process improvement techniques preferred
• Experience in coding and design of web based solutions required
• Experience working in a team environment required

Licensing & Certification

• Valid Texas Driver License

Special Skills

• MS Office Programs
• Information Management Systems
• Enterprise Systems and Change Control Processes
• Quantitative Methodology

Competencies

• Delivering High Quality Work
• Accepting Responsibility
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Acting with Integrity
• Thinking Critically
• Managing Change
• Communicating Effectively

Working Conditions

General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

If this sounds like the role for you and youre ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

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