Senior analyst improving the University of Alberta’s student information systems. Designing PeopleSoft solutions, managing enhancements, testing, and supporting student administration operations.
Responsibilities
Consults with central service units to gather, capture and validate complex business requirements using advanced use cases
Analyzes application capabilities for enhancements, upgrades and new development projects
Provides functional guidance to technical analysts and developers regarding reports, processes, interfaces, conversions, and enhancement developments
Develops efficient future-state solutions and delivers post-implementation support following the completion of enhancements, upgrades and new projects
Documents business process changes and application enhancements in consultation with Enterprise Applications to ensure adherence to established standards and overall quality
Defines test scenarios, prepares test data, tracks and addresses deviations and secures user sign-off
Coordinates processes and enhancements with service providers, focusing on system, regression, and validation testing
Resolves complex student administration issues to maintain data integrity and support efficient system operations
Partners with service providers to ensure timely resolution of operational problems and completion of testing
Delivers expert day-to-day advice and support to client areas on PeopleSoft and associated student administration applications
Liaises with internal teams, external vendors, college/faculty staff and business service staff to support application services, operational service/change requests and strategic projects
Participates in production operations, solution enhancements, application upgrades and new development projects
Requirements
Post-secondary degree in business administration, computer science or an acceptable combination of equivalent education and experience
Qualifications or credentials in project management or business analysis preferred
Minimum of 5 years of business analysis experience conducting complex business process reviews, workflow administration and enterprise application implementations or enhancements
Certification in Business Analysis is an asset
At least 5 years of experience supporting Student Information Systems (SIS) and student lifecycles, with direct background in admissions, student records, student financials or academic advisement
In-depth working knowledge of Oracle PeopleSoft Campus Solutions, including its relational database structure, security setup, core functionality and query development
Hands-on experience with SQL query development, enterprise application testing frameworks, report building and productivity software (Google Suite/MS Office, Adobe Acrobat)
Proven track record integrating PeopleSoft with other higher education platforms like Slate, Canvas, Ad Astra, Symplicity, Modern Campus or Orbis
Demonstrated competency using project management and process improvement methodologies alongside a systematic, analytical approach to problem-solving
Exceptional verbal, written, presentation and group facilitation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts across functional teams
Strong initiative, organizational awareness and leadership capabilities, with a collaborative approach to change management and team environments
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA)
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