Position Summary

Under direct supervision, the PeopleSoft HCM Analyst/Programmer serves to assist with projects and provide administrative systems programming and analysis operations support for the HCM administrative system used by staff, faculty, and student employees at San Diego State University. The role involves working with Oracle PeopleSoft for HCM systems, including Employee Self-Service and Manager Self-Service. Responsibilities include assisting with technical analyst/programmer support to analyze user and data needs, evaluate solution approaches, assist with research and architect/design, aid with development, and code solutions and interfaces using Oracle technologies supported for Oracle PeopleSoft. The HCM Analyst will align solutions with business requirements to ensure integrity, accountability, performance, and usability. They will assist with the design, build, implementation, and maintenance solutions to meet user requirements.

This position requires a basic understanding of human resources principles and practices and provides technical and analytical support directly to operational users. Good working relationships and communication skills with management, staff, and vendors are essential, as well as the ability to effectively communicate and assist in requirements gathering through potentially ambiguous and fluid needs.

Following the development guidelines of the California State University Common Management Systems and established procedures for campus-specific development, the incumbent will work with ERP Systems unit and liaise with the HRIS team to understand business requirements and recommend, build, test, and implement technical solutions. They will review technical programming changes for software releases, upgrades, and modifications, and assist to identify and resolve technical problems/issues and assist with developing mitigating steps and actions to ensure timely deliverables and ensure project success and quality. Person data between HCM and Campus Solutions student system is synchronized via Integration Broker. This position will assist in monitoring integration broker activity and researching and resolving data that has errored in the synchronization process. Thus, a strong understanding of person data in both systems is required. Responsibilities also include assisting in researching and implementing HCM releases and maintenance packs and assisting in the development of test scripts and operational procedures. The role may also involve participation in State-wide user groups.

This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is 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 eligible 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, human resources, document management and workflow, and various other ancillary campus systems. ERP Systems provides resources and services to ensure the collection, storage, management, and accessibility of information within these systems is accurate and timely to help facilitate the success of students, faculty, staff, and administration.

The purpose of the Information Technology (IT) Division is to provide the technology that empowers SDSU’s success. The IT Division includes several departments and areas with the shared mission to leverage people and technology to support SDSU’s commitment to innovative teaching, research, and service. The IT Division is led by the Chief Information Officer, who is ultimately responsible for developing the long-term infrastructure, services, and strategy necessary to support the University’s mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. The IT  Division has the stewardship responsibility for core IT assets on campus and the obligation to provide the services, training, and community building necessary to realize the benefits of those  investments across the San Diego State University community. The IT Division is made up of 184 staff and 28 administrators.

For more information regarding the IT Division, click here.

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

• 1 + years of systems development experience.
• System analysis and hands-on project experience and application development, preferably in a highly regulated environment (education, healthcare, military, etc.)
• General knowledge of a PeopleSoft/PeopleTools environment, with an understanding of common business practice tables.
• General knowledge of PeopleSoft HCM or related systems
• Familiarity with XMLReporting, Integration Broker, Excel Macro, and PeopleSoft Security technology is beneficial.
• Experience with SQL tools such as SQL Developer and/or TOAD for basic troubleshooting and analysis.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $6,250 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: $3,899 - $7,506 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 May 17, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by May 16, 2024. 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.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

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.