INFORMATION SYSTEMS BUSINESS ANALYST

INFORMATION SYSTEMS BUSINESS ANALYST

R-01663
San Diego County - District Office

Transforming lives through learning isn't just the vision of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District. It happens every day with our 30,000 students who take the first step in their higher education, become trained for a new career, or learn knowledge that transforms their world perspective.

The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District honors a diverse academic community and fosters equity mindedness across our institutions. As such, the District is committed to eliminating achievement gaps among different student groups by promoting a culture of appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice, and continuously examining our processes and practices through an equity lens.

The District provides an excellent health and welfare benefits package to its employees. We take care of our employees and have continued to offer medical, dental and vision coverage to eligible employees and their dependents at no charge for any of the plans we offer.

Become a part of this dedicated team in beautiful San Diego County!

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Job Summary
Application Deadline: Monday, December 12, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.

NOTE: Application materials that are submitted on the last day of application and are timed out will not be accepted.

Department: District IT

Months worked out of the Year: 12 months

FTE: 1.0

Work hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Shift Differential: None

Starting Salary Range:
Range: CL-48: $6,290 (Step A) or $6,652 (Step B)
Based on education and experience

Anticipated Start Date: January 2023

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor in the Information Systems department, understand academic and business operations, implement, monitor, maintain, and enhance functions of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system; organize, coordinate, and schedule projects and work assignments to manage the integration and utilization of the ERP system; analyze user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing computer systems; develop test plans and strategies as a result of system changes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work with appropriate college and District managers and staff to analyze current processes, develop solutions and configure systems to meet academic, business, and federal/state requirements.
  
• Assist in understanding, re-engineering and streamlining complex processes and procedures to obtain optimum, reliable performance of ERP and associated systems. Analyze, communicate, and translate business and federal/state requirements into software requirements.
  
• Act as liaison between system stakeholders, such as managers, faculty and staff, and the technical support teams including Information Systems and vendor staff.
  
• Support the development, implementation, training, and maintenance of ERP systems.
  
• Develop ERP training programs and documentation for faculty and staff.
  
• Develop reporting strategies to meet District needs for operational, institutional research and predictive reporting.
  
• Plan, organize, schedule projects and work assignments, and manage the integration and utilization of the ERP systems.
  
• Work with ERP vendor representatives on the operation and performance of the ERP system.
  
• Consult with user department personnel to analyze and define current procedures and recommend new or modified system requirements and feasibility.
  
• Communicate with user department staff, vendors and information systems personnel to monitor accuracy and efficiency of systems and programs.
  
• Provide leadership, oversight, technical assistance, work direction, and guidance for assigned personnel including Senior Analyst/Programmers and Analyst Programmers.
  
• Advise in the development of requirements, evaluation, and/or selection of ERP systems or new modules. Make recommendations for new technology or alternative uses of existing technologies.
  

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the development of standards and procedures to obtain optimum, reliable performance of systems associated with ERP.
  
• Participate in personnel selection and hiring processes as required.
  
• Design data collection methods and report formats.
  
• Establish controls and methods to monitor system and data integrity.
  
• Participate in the preparation and accuracy of state and federal reports used for funding determination and compliance verification.
  
• Provide information necessary to prepare system and program documentation and procedures.
  
• Assist in the performance of daily operations.
  
• Maintain departmental area(s) in a safe, clean and orderly condition; assure compliance with established safety procedures and regulations.
  
• Perform related duties as assigned.
  

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Knowledge of, and current in, ERP system enhancements through self-study, attendance at ERP training sessions, and participation in vendor conferences
  
• Understand District academic and business goals and objectives. Understanding of how the District's ERP system can assist in achieving these goals and objectives
  
• ERP systems functions and features
  
• District academic and business practices and processes
  
• Principles and techniques of systems analysis and design.
  
• SQL, relational database management systems and information technology tools
  
• Methods and uses of information technology tools including: report writers, special programming tools, general use desk top programs
  
• Principles and techniques of SQL, Unidata relational database management system (rdbms)
  
• Principles and techniques of the operating systems including HP-UX and Windows
  
• Technical area of computer science and project leadership
  
• Operation, capabilities and limitations of computer equipment
  
• Principles and practices of providing technical assistance, work direction and guidance
  

ABILITY TO:

• Solve complex problems and analyze, design and implement complex computer systems and programs
  
• Provide project leadership including project planning, coordination and reporting
  
• Analyze user needs accurately and develop courses of action including effective systems and programs
  
• Develop and implement related policies and procedures; research, compile, and analyze information/data, make recommendations, and prepare reports
  
• Evaluate complex business problems and effectively communicate alternative solutions at the technical, user, and administrative levels
  
• Provide functional and technical assistance to ERP system users
  
• Work independently with minimal supervision
  
• Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with frequently demanding time constraints
  
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution OR equivalent. Five years of increasing responsibility, relevant certification and public sector preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Information systems environment subject to lifting up to 50 pounds, moving and installing information technology equipment.

Additional Information

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

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REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: Applicants must upload the following 2 items

1) COMPLETE AND CURRENT RESUME

2) 1 - 2 PAGE COVER LETTER ADDRESSING HOW YOU MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION. Include in your cover letter responses to the following two (2) questions:

• Describe your experience analyzing current business processes related to financial aid and scholarships, and their management systems.
  
• Describe your experience and knowledge of configuring and maintaining an Ellucian Colleague ERP or similar ERP/SIS systems used for student records.
  

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Under Federal Law, employers are required to verify that all new employees are eligible for employment in the United States. Prior to appointment to a position, you must present acceptable proof of your identity and authorization to work in the United States.

GCCCD is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX employer.

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The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, a two-college district in eastern San Diego County, has been providing a high-quality education to the region since Grossmont College opened its doors in 1961 and Cuyamaca College began operating in 1978. The district is tied closely to the suburban and rural communities that it serves, providing a $1 billion economic impact to the region through its payroll, purchasing, and spending by students and alumni.

The district has a strong commitment to diversity and equity with a student population representing a broad variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, socioeconomic levels, cultures and abilities. The district strives to provide an educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding, and respect that ultimately also benefits the global community.

The colleges offer more than 150 degrees and certificates in a wide range of programs. Both colleges have signature programs that have become well-renowned. Grossmont College is recognized for its top-notch Administration of Justice, Culinary Arts, Nursing and Allied Health and Theatre Arts programs, while Cuyamaca is known for its Automotive Technology, Ornamental Horticulture, Environmental Health and Safety and Water/Wastewater Technology programs.

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