Job Description40% - Application Development & Support
- Design develop and customize PeopleSoft applications including modules for Human Resources Finance Student Administration and others as required.
- Develop and maintain integrations between PeopleSoft and other university systems ensuring seamless data flow and interoperability.
- Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for PeopleSoft applications including performance tuning and optimization.
25% - Project Management and Documentation
- Participate in project planning and management activities including defining project scope timelines and deliverables and ensuring successful project execution.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation including design specifications user guides and system documentation.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements translating them into technical specifications and solutions.
- Participate in IT service management including incident and problem resolution.
30% - System Maintenance and Security
- Perform regular system maintenance including applying patches upgrades and fixes to ensure the stability and security of PeopleSoft systems.
- Ensure compliance with university policies industry standards and regulatory requirements through regular audits and reviews of system configurations and operations.
- Manage and maintain backup and recovery processes to ensure data integrity and availability in case of system failures or data loss.
- Implement and monitor system alerts and performance metrics to proactively identify and address potential issues.
- Implement security protocols and monitor system vulnerabilities to protect against potential threats and unauthorized access.
5% - Other Duties as assigned.
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Work ScheduleMonday-Friday 8am-5pm
Contact Information to ApplicantsVickye Kozlowski
- High School Diploma/GED and seven years of relevant PeopleSoft experience OR an Associates degree and five years of relevant PeopleSoft experience OR a Bachelors degree and three years of relevant PeopleSoft experience.
- Three years demonstrated proficiency in PeopleTools including Application Designer PeopleCode Application Engine Component Interface Integration Broker and web services as demonstrated in application materials.
- Three years of relevant PeopleSoft experience using SQL PL/SQL SQR XML Java and other programming languages relevant to PeopleSoft development using PeopleTools 8.60or higher.
- Excellent written communication skills as evidenced by application materials.
- Relevant PeopleSoft certifications.
- Experience with PeopleSoft upgrades applying updates patches and managing version control.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to understand complex business processes and translate them into technical solutions.
- Experience in higher education or large-scale enterprise environments.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
- Knowledge of data security and privacy regulations particularly those relevant to higher education institutions.
Position OverviewThe PeopleSoft Senior Programmer at KU Information Technology will be responsible for designing developing testing and maintaining PeopleSoft applications and systems to support the universitys administrative and academic operations. This position has latitude for independent decisions while collaborating in a team environment. The idea candidate will have extensive experience with PeopleSoft technologies strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
If you are looking for a rewarding and dynamic career look no farther than the University of addition to a competitive salary KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year 96 hours of sick leave earned per year 10 paid holidays plus one discretionary day a great retirement program medical and dental insurance life and disability insurance other benefit plan options and state of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational opportunities for employees. KU is a great place to work!
KU is not able to provide H-1B sponsorship for this position.
Additional Candidate InstructionIn addition to the online application the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
- Resume or curriculum vitae.
- Contact information for three professional references.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application review begins Wednesday January 7th and will continue until a qualified pool of candidates has been identified.#LI-HR1