Programmer/Analyst HR/Finance - Technology [Central Admin]

Irving Independent School District • Irving, TX

329d • Remote

About The Position

The Programmer/Analyst - HR/Finance position is designed to provide the necessary automated tools and services to the District's students and staff, as mandated by the State and essential for sound business practices. The role involves customizing, deploying, troubleshooting, and maintaining various software applications utilized within the District.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with major in Information or Computer Science or related field with equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of recent, progressive experience in the analysis, design, programming, and testing of software.
• Experience working in a team environment for an Information Systems department.
• Experience in vendor and project management.
• General knowledge and experience of data flow diagrams, and database design and theories.
• Technical knowledge of and experience with all phases of software selection and management.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines established according to District priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred expertise in report writing with tools such as Cognos, SSRS, Crystal Reports.
• Preferred expertise in relational databases such as Microsoft SQL, MySQL.
• Integration Tools such as SSIS.
• A general understanding of multiple programming and scripting languages such as XML, HTML, MS SQL, PowerShell.
• Preferred knowledge of school business and student systems including Human Resources, Payroll, Finance, Student Registration, Attendance, Discipline Management, Grade Reporting, Health Record Keeping, Student Records, Scheduling, Teacher and Student Portals, and PEIMS.
• Experience in eSchoolPlus, Registration, Teacher Access Center (TAC), Home Access Center (HAC), Cognos reports, PEIMS/TSDS, Digit Resources, Laserfiche, MUNIS, Tyler Content Manager (TCM), Crystal reports, Employee Self Service, Vendor Self Service, and/or Kronos.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance programs and/or systems assigned.
• Create, install, and test all set-ups and configurations for student information and finance systems.
• Create reports using reporting tools such as Crystal Reports, SSRS, and COGNOS.
• Manipulate and query MS SQL database using SQL.
• Test various computer programs and their behavior under all operating environments.
• Implement changes to existing systems caused by statutory changes or new ideas submitted by users.
• Assist with and/or conduct training programs as needed.
• Write programs for user's special requests.
• Select the most innovative and efficient methods of developing and implementing new computer programs and systems.
• Review existing computer programs and recommend refinements, improvements, and enhancements.
• Monitor the use and progress of system's users, identify problems encountered, suggest resolutions, and resolve those problems.
• Read and interpret State and Federal laws to recommend required changes to software.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure successful project implementation.
• Communicate with supervisor and co-workers on a regular basis.
• Demonstrate positive customer service relationships.
• Manage users and their resources/security levels throughout the year.
• Design and drive the implementation of interfaces with third-party systems.
• Analyze problems and log cases with vendors as necessary.
• Maintain documentation on application processes and procedures.
• Provide on-call support during high priority and critical incidents for supported systems.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees