Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Higher Education!
At the System Administration office at the University of Colorado we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels valued supported and empowered to thrive. Our office is committed to fostering a culture where employees find community a sense of belonging and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission and purpose.
By joining our team youll have a direct impact on shaping the future of higher addition to the Office of the Board of Regents the University of Colorados system administration includes 19 units that provide essential services to CUs campuses in Aurora Boulder Colorado Springs and Denver as well as the Office of the President. While not a part of any one campus we are proud to serve in the centralized office for the University system. Together we ensure CU continues to deliver outstanding education groundbreaking research and valuable service to our communities.
We believe in creating an environment where the unique experiences and perspectives of everyone are embraced enriching the work we do and the strategic outcomes we pursue. If youre passionate about making a difference contributing to a dynamic team and supporting a mission that matters we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey. Learn more about CU System Administration.
| Position Summary: | University Information Services (UIS) provides technical services and enterprise applications to the University of Colorados (CU) four campuses and the Office of the President. UIS is committed to excellence in customer service technical expertise and the development of enterprise applications responsible for supporting CUs students faculty human resources employees finance employees and others. The Senior Enterprise Applications Administrator provides essential consultation to UIS and CU leadership regarding the PeopleSoft Financial modules. This position is responsible for reviewing and evaluating maintenance and enhancement requests analyzing complex processes in order to define system enhancements and modifications and providing technical application support to system end users. Additionally the Senior PeopleSoft Developer provides application development in PeopleSoft Financials modules by coding testing implementing batch and online computer software and providing technical support to CUs staff. This position reports to the Assistant Director of eRA & Finance Development and is exempt from the State of Colorado Classified Staff system.
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| Where You Will Work: | Applicants must be Colorado residents or able to relocate to Colorado within a month of starting employment with University of Colorado System Administration. Remote this role is eligible to work remotely within Colorado. Please note leadership may adjust in-office work requirements with a minimum of three months notice before any change can be implemented. |
| Equal Opportunity Statement: | CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. |
| Duties & Responsibilities: | Duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to: - Develops troubleshoots and supports production of the Peoplesoft Finance and Grants modules 24/7
- Develops tests debugs modifies and documents PeopleSoft enterprise application systems
- Consults with UIS management and team leads to implement critical maintenance and enhancement projects by providing essential information regarding PeopleSoft technology functionality and capabilities
- Gathers and analyzes requirements to create technical designs to recommend and implement system enhancements and/or process improvements for business applications projects including the development of new applications and customizations to be integrated with existing applications
- Coordinates end user system testing
- Creates or modifies applications using PeopleCode PeopleTools and other development and testing tools
- Creates and modifies technical documentation by writing and updating program operations and other system documentation
- Assists campus key users System Financials staff and business process owners by answering technical questions
- Instructs key users on the proper use and functionality of application programs by participating in meetings in which PeopleSoft functional and technical expertise is needed
- Resolves application questions and reported software and data errors
- Addresses end users computing needs by analyzing complex processes to design new applications or enhancements to existing applications and by writing functional and/or technical specifications
- Writes new or modifies existing batch programs using a variety of computer languages and file access methods
including structured query report (SQR)/structured query language (SQL) - Expands and maintains professional and technical skills and expertise by acquiring knowledge in new technologies and system development procedures and tools by attending technical classes seminars and end user groups
- Adheres to all University policies and procedures
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| What We Offer: | Salary: The anticipated hiring range has been established at $95000-$100000. CU System Administration takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidates education training and experience as it relates to the position as well as the positions scope and complexity internal pay equity and external market value when determining a salary level for potential new employees. Benefits: With our unparalleled range of benefits including top-notch healthcare comprehensive wellness programs enriching professional development and a dynamic work-life balance we ensure your holistic growth and happiness. - No-cost or low-cost medical & dental plan options some inclusive of IVF assistance.
- Disability Life Vision Insurance options.
- Multiple retirement planning options including a mandatory 401(a) plan where CU contributes 10% of your gross pay a 401k or 403b plan and a 457 deferred compensation plan.
- Pre-tax savings plans such as Health care and Dependent care flexible spending accounts.
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with ample sick and vacation leave along with at least 12 paid holidays. This includes a dedicated week off for winter break.
- 6 weeks of parental leave to adjust to the joys of parenthood.
- A tuition benefit program for you and/or your dependents.
- Free RTD EcoPass and Free Onsite Parking at our 1800 Grant Street Office.
- Many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Additional taxable fringe benefits may be available. For more information on benefits programs please review our Comprehensive Benefits Guide. Access our Total Compensation Calculator to see what your total rewards could be at CU. (This position is a University Staff position) |
| Qualifications: | Minimum Qualifications: Please ensure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against these qualifications. You must meet all minimum requirements listed at the time of application to be considered for this role. - Bachelors degree from an accredited institution of higher education in computer science information technology computer engineering information systems or an IT-related field or equivalent professional experience (professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis)
- Three (3) years of PeopleSoft development experience which includes:
- PeopleTools experience including Application Engine Component Interfaces Peoplecode App Package Fluid User Interface Portal Technology AWE Work Centers Dashboards BI Publisher Integration Broker and Web Services
- Exposure to CSS and UI styling for Fluid pages desired
Preferred Qualifications: - Five (5) years of PeopleSoft development experience as indicated above which may also include one or more of the following:
- Experience in supporting Finance or Human Capital Management (HCM)
- Experience with multiple PeopleSoft Finance 9.2 modules
- Experience with PeopleTools 8.60
- Experience using PeopleTools Application Designer (e.g. Page development Application Engine Component Interface PeopleCode)
- Experience with large scale projects enhancements upgrades and production support
- Experience working with or in government or an institution of higher education
- Experience with development lifecycle methodology
- Experience with SQR coding SQL against Oracle databases and UNIX commands
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: - Knowledge of information systems processes and best practices
- Knowledge of Oracle PeopleSoft products including functional knowledge of PeopleSoft Finance and Grants modules
- Oral written and listening communication skills including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages information concepts and details clearly
- Technical skills including the ability to assess complex data utilize common operating systems learn new software programs and understand programming languages
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results
- Ability to explain technical concepts in common terms
- Ability to effectively operate with flexibility in a fast-paced and constantly evolving team environment
- Ability to utilize Oracle databases in order to identify and troubleshoot report performance issues and ad-hoc query analyses
- Ability to apply Tax Updates and potentially unwanted modifications PUM (i.e. selective adoptions)
- Ability to create and utilize Dashboards Work Centers and Fluid User Interface technology and other standard PeopleTools / Peoplesoft technologies
- Ability to create technical documents such as test-driven developments (TDDs) flow charts and business process (BP) diagrams
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| How to Apply: | For full consideration please attach the following as separate documents to your application: - A cover letter identifying the job specific minimum qualifications you possess
- A resume including any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting.
Please ensure you check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document on the Required Documents page of the application for the appropriate documents to be attached. Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act you are not required to provide your date of birth dates of school attendance or dates of graduation on your resume or cover letter. If an application requires additional materials such as a transcript or certification you may redact identifying information relating to your date or birth dates of school attendance or dates of graduation. |
| When to Apply: | For full consideration completed applications must be submitted byFebruary 5 2026. Reference checking is a standard step in our hiring process. You may be asked to provide contact information including email addresses for up to five references as part of the search process for this position. *Please note: All application materials must be submitted through CU Careers; emailed materials will not be considered.* |
| Sponsorship Statement: | We are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. |
| Background Check Statement: | The University of Colorado is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and when appropriate a financial history motor vehicle history and/or fingerprinting background check. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that a verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. |
| ADA Statement: | We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting. Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: . |
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Higher Education!At the System Administration office at the University of Colorado we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels valued supported and empowered to thrive. Our office is committed to fostering a culture where employees find commun...
Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Higher Education!
At the System Administration office at the University of Colorado we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels valued supported and empowered to thrive. Our office is committed to fostering a culture where employees find community a sense of belonging and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission and purpose.
By joining our team youll have a direct impact on shaping the future of higher addition to the Office of the Board of Regents the University of Colorados system administration includes 19 units that provide essential services to CUs campuses in Aurora Boulder Colorado Springs and Denver as well as the Office of the President. While not a part of any one campus we are proud to serve in the centralized office for the University system. Together we ensure CU continues to deliver outstanding education groundbreaking research and valuable service to our communities.
We believe in creating an environment where the unique experiences and perspectives of everyone are embraced enriching the work we do and the strategic outcomes we pursue. If youre passionate about making a difference contributing to a dynamic team and supporting a mission that matters we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey. Learn more about CU System Administration.
| Position Summary: | University Information Services (UIS) provides technical services and enterprise applications to the University of Colorados (CU) four campuses and the Office of the President. UIS is committed to excellence in customer service technical expertise and the development of enterprise applications responsible for supporting CUs students faculty human resources employees finance employees and others. The Senior Enterprise Applications Administrator provides essential consultation to UIS and CU leadership regarding the PeopleSoft Financial modules. This position is responsible for reviewing and evaluating maintenance and enhancement requests analyzing complex processes in order to define system enhancements and modifications and providing technical application support to system end users. Additionally the Senior PeopleSoft Developer provides application development in PeopleSoft Financials modules by coding testing implementing batch and online computer software and providing technical support to CUs staff. This position reports to the Assistant Director of eRA & Finance Development and is exempt from the State of Colorado Classified Staff system.
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| Where You Will Work: | Applicants must be Colorado residents or able to relocate to Colorado within a month of starting employment with University of Colorado System Administration. Remote this role is eligible to work remotely within Colorado. Please note leadership may adjust in-office work requirements with a minimum of three months notice before any change can be implemented. |
| Equal Opportunity Statement: | CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. |
| Duties & Responsibilities: | Duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to: - Develops troubleshoots and supports production of the Peoplesoft Finance and Grants modules 24/7
- Develops tests debugs modifies and documents PeopleSoft enterprise application systems
- Consults with UIS management and team leads to implement critical maintenance and enhancement projects by providing essential information regarding PeopleSoft technology functionality and capabilities
- Gathers and analyzes requirements to create technical designs to recommend and implement system enhancements and/or process improvements for business applications projects including the development of new applications and customizations to be integrated with existing applications
- Coordinates end user system testing
- Creates or modifies applications using PeopleCode PeopleTools and other development and testing tools
- Creates and modifies technical documentation by writing and updating program operations and other system documentation
- Assists campus key users System Financials staff and business process owners by answering technical questions
- Instructs key users on the proper use and functionality of application programs by participating in meetings in which PeopleSoft functional and technical expertise is needed
- Resolves application questions and reported software and data errors
- Addresses end users computing needs by analyzing complex processes to design new applications or enhancements to existing applications and by writing functional and/or technical specifications
- Writes new or modifies existing batch programs using a variety of computer languages and file access methods
including structured query report (SQR)/structured query language (SQL) - Expands and maintains professional and technical skills and expertise by acquiring knowledge in new technologies and system development procedures and tools by attending technical classes seminars and end user groups
- Adheres to all University policies and procedures
|
| What We Offer: | Salary: The anticipated hiring range has been established at $95000-$100000. CU System Administration takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidates education training and experience as it relates to the position as well as the positions scope and complexity internal pay equity and external market value when determining a salary level for potential new employees. Benefits: With our unparalleled range of benefits including top-notch healthcare comprehensive wellness programs enriching professional development and a dynamic work-life balance we ensure your holistic growth and happiness. - No-cost or low-cost medical & dental plan options some inclusive of IVF assistance.
- Disability Life Vision Insurance options.
- Multiple retirement planning options including a mandatory 401(a) plan where CU contributes 10% of your gross pay a 401k or 403b plan and a 457 deferred compensation plan.
- Pre-tax savings plans such as Health care and Dependent care flexible spending accounts.
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with ample sick and vacation leave along with at least 12 paid holidays. This includes a dedicated week off for winter break.
- 6 weeks of parental leave to adjust to the joys of parenthood.
- A tuition benefit program for you and/or your dependents.
- Free RTD EcoPass and Free Onsite Parking at our 1800 Grant Street Office.
- Many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Additional taxable fringe benefits may be available. For more information on benefits programs please review our Comprehensive Benefits Guide. Access our Total Compensation Calculator to see what your total rewards could be at CU. (This position is a University Staff position) |
| Qualifications: | Minimum Qualifications: Please ensure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against these qualifications. You must meet all minimum requirements listed at the time of application to be considered for this role. - Bachelors degree from an accredited institution of higher education in computer science information technology computer engineering information systems or an IT-related field or equivalent professional experience (professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis)
- Three (3) years of PeopleSoft development experience which includes:
- PeopleTools experience including Application Engine Component Interfaces Peoplecode App Package Fluid User Interface Portal Technology AWE Work Centers Dashboards BI Publisher Integration Broker and Web Services
- Exposure to CSS and UI styling for Fluid pages desired
Preferred Qualifications: - Five (5) years of PeopleSoft development experience as indicated above which may also include one or more of the following:
- Experience in supporting Finance or Human Capital Management (HCM)
- Experience with multiple PeopleSoft Finance 9.2 modules
- Experience with PeopleTools 8.60
- Experience using PeopleTools Application Designer (e.g. Page development Application Engine Component Interface PeopleCode)
- Experience with large scale projects enhancements upgrades and production support
- Experience working with or in government or an institution of higher education
- Experience with development lifecycle methodology
- Experience with SQR coding SQL against Oracle databases and UNIX commands
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: - Knowledge of information systems processes and best practices
- Knowledge of Oracle PeopleSoft products including functional knowledge of PeopleSoft Finance and Grants modules
- Oral written and listening communication skills including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages information concepts and details clearly
- Technical skills including the ability to assess complex data utilize common operating systems learn new software programs and understand programming languages
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results
- Ability to explain technical concepts in common terms
- Ability to effectively operate with flexibility in a fast-paced and constantly evolving team environment
- Ability to utilize Oracle databases in order to identify and troubleshoot report performance issues and ad-hoc query analyses
- Ability to apply Tax Updates and potentially unwanted modifications PUM (i.e. selective adoptions)
- Ability to create and utilize Dashboards Work Centers and Fluid User Interface technology and other standard PeopleTools / Peoplesoft technologies
- Ability to create technical documents such as test-driven developments (TDDs) flow charts and business process (BP) diagrams
|
| How to Apply: | For full consideration please attach the following as separate documents to your application: - A cover letter identifying the job specific minimum qualifications you possess
- A resume including any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting.
Please ensure you check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document on the Required Documents page of the application for the appropriate documents to be attached. Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act you are not required to provide your date of birth dates of school attendance or dates of graduation on your resume or cover letter. If an application requires additional materials such as a transcript or certification you may redact identifying information relating to your date or birth dates of school attendance or dates of graduation. |
| When to Apply: | For full consideration completed applications must be submitted byFebruary 5 2026. Reference checking is a standard step in our hiring process. You may be asked to provide contact information including email addresses for up to five references as part of the search process for this position. *Please note: All application materials must be submitted through CU Careers; emailed materials will not be considered.* |
| Sponsorship Statement: | We are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. |
| Background Check Statement: | The University of Colorado is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and when appropriate a financial history motor vehicle history and/or fingerprinting background check. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that a verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. |
| ADA Statement: | We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting. Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: . |
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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