PeopleSoft Developer/Analyst
About The Position
The PeopleSoft Developer/Analyst works within a team environment and will be responsible for the technical analysis, design, development, coding, testing, and support of software applications for the PeopleSoft systems, including Human Capital Management (HCM) and Campus Solutions (CS). Technical Duties include but are not limited to: Performing software engineering both long-term and day-to-day maintenance as well as provide technical analysis around how we use and should adopt and/or modify various functionalities. Perform technical support & incident management providing subject-matter expertise on database best practices. Provide proactive analysis including ad-hoc queries for analysis, reporting, and tuning. Create, maintain, and update system and configuration specific documentation like environment diagrams, security, and integration mappings. Perform core and integration testing of all planned changes. Additional Information Technology Solutions provides information technology products and services for the administrative and business functions of Illinois State University. Through our Technology Support Center and our highly trained staff, Technology Solutions looks to improve the campus experience for all students, faculty, staff, and the rest of the campus community. https://techsolutions.illinoisstate.edu/ The Application Services (APPS) team develops, administers, and delivers quality application services to the University. They work on enterprise and business applications, such as PeopleSoft, Canvas, and others. Position Highlights: There is the potential for 100% remote work or a hybrid arrangement in this position, within the state of Illinois. Illinois residency is required. Eligibility is based upon employee performance, appropriate remote working environment, and business needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Any one or any combination totaling two years (24 months) from the following categories: a. College coursework which includes Information Technology, IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent: - 30 semester hours equals one year (12 months) - 60 semester hours or Associate’s degree equals 18 months - 90 semester hours equals two years (24 months) - Bachelor's or higher degree equals three years (36 months) b. Progressively more responsible work experience in a technical related profession
- Experience in performing technical duties such as gathering requirements; writing use cases; creating, configuring, and testing technical deliverables; utilizing server-based tools (such as App Designer, Data Mover, and SQL Developer); and/or creating technical documentation.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree in an IT or related field
- Experience which includes the following: a. Collecting technical requirements and designing appropriate process and/or software solutions b. Developing and debugging software c. Software testing including creating test plans, creating test cases, test execution, and documenting defects d. Experience with source control, defect management, and incident management software tools e. Experience in higher education administrative systems f. Designing, creating, building, testing, troubleshooting PeopleSoft delivered, modified, and add on programs
- The following skills and/or abilities: a. Strong analysis, research, and time management skills b. Strong customer service skills along with a desire for achieving excellence in customer satisfaction, process and product quality and reliability. c. Strong problem-solving ability d. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to conduct internal and external meetings e. Work independently and in a team environment with good communication and collaboration skills. f. Clearly communicate complex technical concepts verbally and in writing to management, technical staff, and customers in terms appropriate for each audience g. Analyze large amounts of detailed information, quickly understand complex issues, and break information down into smaller pieces more manageable pieces h. Leverage Microsoft Visio, and Excel i. Adapt quickly to new technologies and changing business requirements j. Accurately estimate development work effort
- Understanding of relational database concepts, queries (SQL), and ability to use 1 or more common query/reporting tools (SQL Developer, TOAD, Cognos, SSRS, Crystal Reports)
- Knowledge of other web related technologies useful: XML/XSL, CSS
- An interest in learning new tools and methods
- Formal Training classes on PeopleSoft Tools and technology
Responsibilities
- technical analysis
- design
- development
- coding
- testing
- support of software applications for the PeopleSoft systems, including Human Capital Management (HCM) and Campus Solutions (CS)
- Performing software engineering both long-term and day-to-day maintenance
- provide technical analysis around how we use and should adopt and/or modify various functionalities
- Perform technical support & incident management providing subject-matter expertise on database best practices
- Provide proactive analysis including ad-hoc queries for analysis, reporting, and tuning
- Create, maintain, and update system and configuration specific documentation like environment diagrams, security, and integration mappings
- Perform core and integration testing of all planned changes
Benefits
- Insurance benefits , including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday / administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
