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PeopleSoft Technical Analyst at Illinois State

Illinois State Normal, IL

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PeopleSoft Technical AnalystJob no: 521031Work type: Hybrid On Campus RemoteLocation: Normal IllinoisDivision Name: Finance and PlanningDepartment: Application ServicesJob SummaryA PeopleSoft Technical Analyst works within a team environment to provide technical analysis design coding testing and support of PeopleSoft applications. They partner with business liaisons and other technical teams to cover PeopleSoft HCM and PeopleSoft Campus Solutions.Technical duties include:Provide technical analysis around how we use and should adopt and/or modify various functionalities of assigned applications.Perform technical support & incident management leveraging vendor support contracts providing subject-matter expertise on application best practices.Create and maintain application specific documentation.Provide data analysis including ad-hoc queries for analysis and reporting.Create test plans and perform testing on application changes.Additional InformationTechnology Solutions provides information technology products and services for the administrative and business functions of Illinois State University. Through our Technology Support Center and our highly trained staff Technology Solutions looks to improve the campus experience for all students faculty staff and the rest of the campus community. Application Services (APPS) team develops administers and delivers quality application services to the University. They work on enterprise and business applications such as PeopleSoft ReggieNet and others.Position Highlights:There is the potential for 100% remote work or a hybrid arrangement in this position within the State of Illinois. Illinois residency is required. Eligibility is based upon employee performance appropriate remote working environment and business needs.University Benefit Highlights:Insurance benefits including health dental vision and lifeRetirement and supplemental retirement planning optionsTuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependentsPaid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter BreaksPaid benefit timeFor more University Benefit information: regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here Rate / Pay Rate$55000 - $70000 annualRequired QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentAny one or any combination totaling two years (24 months) from the following categories: a. College coursework which includes Information Technology IT Management Business Information Systems Computer Science or a closely related discipline as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent: - 30 semester hours equals one year (12 months) - 60 semester hours or Associates degree equals 18 months -90 semester hours equals two years (24 months) - Bachelors or higher degree equals three years (36 monthsb. Progressively more responsible work experience in a technical related professionTwo years of experience using ERP systems such as PeopleSoft to support HR Payroll Student Information Management and Finance.Preferred QualificationsBachelors or more advanced degree in Technical or related fieldTwo (2) or more years of work experience working in PeopleSoft in HCM and Campus SolutionsStrong project analysis and research skillsExperience in/with: a. software testing including creating test plans creating test cases test execution and documenting defectsb. collecting technical requirements and designing appropriate process and/or software solutionsc. developing and debugging Softwared. higher education administrative systemse. Modeling Techniques: UML (Use Cases Activity Diagrams Usability)Knowledge/understanding of: a. Source Control Defect Management and Incident Management Software Toolsb. relational database concepts queries (SQL) and ability to use 1 or more common query/reporting tools (SQL Developer TOAD Cognos SSRS Crystal Reports)The following skills:a. Strong customer service skills along with a desire for achieving excellence in customer satisfaction process and product quality and reliabilityb. Strong problem-solving skillsc. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to conduct internal and external meetingsAbility to: a. work independently and in a team environment with good communication and collaboration skillsb. work with considerable latitude and independence of actionc. clearly communicate complex technical concepts verbally and in writing to management technical staff and customers in terms appropriate for each audienced. analyze large amounts of detailed information quickly understand complex issues and break information down into smaller more manageable piecese. leverage Microsoft Visio and Excelf. adapt quickly to new technologies and changing business requirementsWork HoursCore Hours: Generally normal business hours (8:00am - 4:30pm); weekend or after-hours work may be required to support change management or disaster recoveryFunctional ExpectationsMust be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:Remain at a workstation for extended periods.Distinguish colors on a monitor.Effectively communicate on a daily basis.Proposed Starting DateJanuary 2026Required Applicant DocumentsResumeReference ListPlease Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on ApplyOptional Applicant DocumentsTranscripts - See Special Instructions to Applicants for additional optionsCertification of Retirement AnnuityPlease Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on ApplySpecial Instructions for ApplicantsApplicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.Please fully complete the entire application including but not limited to the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put see resume in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered. If you are using college or university coursework to qualify for this position then college or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below. To be eligible for Veterans Preference points on the exam appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline. Transcripts and/or military service documentation may be emailed faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:Email: Fax: 309.438.0011 Attn: Kira Shelton Address: Illinois State University Human Resources Campus Box 1300 Normal IL 61790-1300 The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois drivers license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.Contact Information for ApplicantsKira SheltonHuman ResourcesImportant Information for ApplicantsThis position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable an employment history review based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.If you are having difficulty accessing the system please call Human Resources at .Application Opened: 11/20/2025 11:25 AM CSTApplication Closes: 12/01/2025 11:55 PM CST WhatsappFacebookLinkedInEmail AppSend me jobs like theseWe will email you new jobs that match this search.Great we can send you jobs like this if this is your first time signing up please check your inbox to confirm your subscription.The email address was invalid please check for errors.You must agree to the privacy statementPeopleSoft Technical AnalystOpened11/20/2025 Closes12/01/2025 DepartmentApplication ServicesThe Office of Technology Solutions is seeking a PeopleSoft Technical Analyst to work within a team environment providing technical analysis design coding testing and support of PeopleSoft applications. They partner with business liaisons and other technical teams to cover PeopleSoft HCM and PeopleSoft Campus Solutions.Current OpportunitiesPeopleSoft Technical AnalystOpened11/20/2025 Closes12/01/2025 DepartmentApplication ServicesThe Office of Technology Solutions is seeking a PeopleSoft Technical Analyst to work within a team environment providing technical analysis design coding testing and support of PeopleSoft applications. They partner with business liaisons and other technical teams to cover PeopleSoft HCM and PeopleSoft Campus Solutions.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Arabic Speaking,Credit Control,Content Development,Drafting,Agricultural,Java Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 55000 - 70000

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