Peoplesoft Hcm Analyst/Programmer, Career

Position Summary

The PeopleSoft HCM Analyst/Programmer will participate in the day-to-day operations for the delivery and administration of multiple comprehensive human resource information systems. The Analyst/Programmer is responsible for maintaining a working relationship with the staff in the HR department, on campus, and with the Chancellor's Office to ensure campus support in the areas of information technology. The incumbent will need to team with IT colleagues and other departmental functions to ensure Stakeholder needs are met.  Additionally, work collaboratively and under the general supervision of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) team to deliver and maintain the HRIS applications used by the University.

The PeopleSoft HCM Analyst/Programmer will support the Center for Human Resources department in working through the various phases of the software lifecycle to extend and maintain features and functionality of various HRIS applications. The incumbent will provide technology expertise and project skills to effectively achieve project and customer expectations. This is a key position in the department that will be involved in assisting in the transition of the department to a higher level of automation and self-service including working toward the automated internal flow of data. Following the development guidelines of the California State University Common Management Systems and established procedures for campus-specific development, the Analyst/Programmer will work jointly with the HR team to understand business requirements as well as the applications technical team to recommend and implement best practice technical solutions. In conjunction with the applications technical team, provide and/or assist with technical design and development of system modifications, extensions, and configuration of workflow. Additionally, they will review technical programming changes for software releases, upgrades, and modifications. The incumbent will also have significant involvement in the development, implementation and testing of data interface programs to other departments within the University and external vendors.   The Analyst/Programmer will initiate action to identify and resolve technical problems/issues, develop mitigating steps and actions to ensure timely deliverables, ensure projects success and quality. They are responsible for researching and implementing HCM releases, maintenance packs and assisting in the development of thorough test scripts and operational procedures.

This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position. This position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego.

Department Summary

A unit of the Information Technology Division, the mission of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems is to provide vision, leadership, strategies, and services in support of the success of students, faculty, staff and administration; and contributes to the overall strategic objectives of the university and the Information Technology Division. ERP Systems provides stewardship over a complex technology infrastructure of systems and databases critical to the university's mission and operation, including student information, financial aid, financials, and human resources.

The Center for Human Resources provides comprehensive human resources support to the management and employees of San Diego State University,  one  of  23 campuses in the California State University system. Human resource programs include, but are not limited to, employee relations, staff training and professional development, benefits, employment and classification, payroll, salary administration, workers' compensation and disability  programs, and  human  resource information systems. The HRIS team is responsible for supporting the overall modules within PeopleSoft HCM, maintaining employee data, providing data analysis, and supporting regulatory reporting to the HR department and to the campus community. Also, the HRIS team is responsible for supporting the Hyland Perceptive Content document imaging system to utilize multiple workflows and automation of documents ingestion.

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Education and Experience

To enter this classification, a basic foundation of knowledge and skills in applications programming and systems analysis and related programming support functions is a prerequisite. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree, preferably in computer science or business, or equivalent training and applied experience. Foundation knowledge and skills for the Analyst/Programmer, depending on the position assignment,

may include working knowledge of a specific industry standard applications programming language and knowledge of standard systems analysis techniques.

Key Qualifications

• Five years technical experience in a PeopleSoft/PeopleTools environment with the ability to identify tables used in common business practices
• Experience using PeopleTools 8.59 or higher using App Designer, Data Mover, Oracle Database, etc.
• Proficiency in development using PeopleSoft Application Designer to deliver new solutions as needed
• Experience with software testing, data conversion, data migration, application upgrades and updates, implementation coordinator and activities
• Experience writing complex queries inclusive of functions and procedure calls using Query Manager, BI Publisher Query and/or SQR based upon tables being used in various components
• Experience using, troubleshooting, and maintaining XML Reporting, Integration Broker, Excel macro and PeopleSoft Security technology
• Experience providing technical support to an HR Department

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $9,000 per month. 

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,678 - $11,547 per month. 

Diversity and Community at SDSU

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.

Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU's Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on January 2, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by January 1, 2023. The position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

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SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Taylor Jaress at tjaress@sdsu.edu.