Business Applications Specialist I 2025-26 (Temporary)

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The position of Business Applications Specialist I is for the purpose of supporting the Bellevue School Districts business human resources and operations software applications to ensure the effective use in improving staff productivity and student achievement.

This is a project-based position with annual reviews to determine continuation for the duration of the project which is anticipatedto concludeby December 31 2027.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

Supports the day-to-day operations of business human resources and operations software applications
Works closely with departments and schools to resolve problems answer questions and complete requests
Tests and evaluates new applications and software enhancements
Documents technical procedures
Provides ongoing vendor management
Keeps up to date on technology advancements and trends
Performs other job-related duties as assigned

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports directly to and is supervised by the Director of Enterprise Applications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):

Required:
Bachelors Degree in Arts or Computer Science or the equivalent
One-year experience supporting business human resources and operations software applications

Allowable Substitutions:
Additional years of directly related experience may substitute for the educational requirements

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class typically require):

Valid Washington State Drivers license

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

Demonstrates knowledge of business human resources and operations software applications. Bellevue School District currently uses Munis (business and human resources) InTouch (POS) EDULOG and Kronos (transportation) and PCS (nutritional services).
Demonstrates knowledge of rules and regulations related to data
Updates professional knowledge of new and innovative technology applications to better support district needs

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

Possesses strong analytical and problem resolution skills
Utilizes effective written and verbal communication strategies
Maintains confidentiality
Possesses strong customer service skills
Ability to work independently or as a team member
Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations
Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements
Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping kneeling crouching reaching standing walking pushing pulling lifting finger dexterity grasping talking hearing seeing and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry and push pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

CTSA salary classification level4$44.26/hour - $46.59/hour (starting wage of $ 44.26/hour)20 hours per week for a 260-day annual assignment. Medical dental vision long-term disability and life-insurance eligibility is based upon 630 hours worked within a school year. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States must be completed. The District does not currently provide visa sponsorship. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Bellevue School Board.

Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race ethnicity creed religion color national origin age honorably discharged veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression gender identity homelessness immigration or citizenship status the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability neurodivergence or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights Racial Discrimination and Gender Expression or Identity Discrimination: Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination Compliance Coordinator Nancy Pham or

Sex-based Discrimination including Sexual Harassment: Title IX Coordinator: Jeff Lowell or

Disability Discrimination: Kerince Bowen or

Mailing address for all three: 12111 NE 1st Street Bellevue WA 98005.

Members of the public with disabilities who have specific concerns about the effectiveness of the Districts communications to them should contact Janine Thorn Chief Communications and Engagement Officer at or

Required Experience:

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