BUSINESS SYSTEMS SPECIALIST V

City of Long Beach; City of Long Beach (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Long Beach is seeking a Business Systems Specialist V to enhance and maintain the HRMS for payroll processes. This role involves programming, collaboration with various departments, and improving system efficiencies. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mainframe programming and a commitment to compliance and innovation.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in business systems analysis and mainframe programming.
• Proficiency in mainframe programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Designs and modifies HR/Payroll software for compliance.
• Assists in payroll processing activities.
• Collaborates on projects to resolve issues.

Skills

Analytical

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Tools

COBOL

DB2

JCL

zOS

Job description

DESCRIPTION

The Technology & Innovation (TI) Department is seeking an experienced Business Systems Specialist V - U to focus primarily on mainframe programming for the City’s payroll system. In this unclassified role, the position will support, maintain, and enhance the City’s Human Resource Management System (HRMS). As part of the Enterprise Information Services Bureau, the position will have the opportunity to play a key role in improving payroll processes, driving system efficiencies, and ensuring compliance with evolving payroll requirements. This is an exciting chance to make a significant impact on critical citywide operations.

• Designs and modifies the HR/Payroll software to ensure compliance with updated governmental payroll laws and newly negotiated labor agreements, while administering the system using COBOL, DB2, JCL, IMS, and zOS for optimal performance and functionality
• Assists in payroll processing activities to ensure accurate and timely payroll execution
• Collaborates with analysts and programmers on projects and assignments, ranging from routine to complex, to resolve issues
• Develops and supports reports, interfaces, web services, and automates workflows to enhance system efficiency and functionality
• Collaborates closely with FM, HR, and other stakeholders to identify process improvement opportunities and recommend system enhancements
• Coordinates the implementation of software modifications, including critical fixes, service packs, customizations, testing, and upgrades
• Contributes to business continuity and disaster recovery planning and execution
• Researches and evaluates technology solutions to support organizational needs
• Participates in technology modernization projects
• Develops and maintains comprehensive documentation, including specifications, diagrams, and flowcharts
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field OR
• Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis

Required documents, such as transcripts, and degrees, must be uploaded to the online application in PDF format at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the document.

EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience in business systems analysis and mainframe programming

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Proficiency in mainframe programming languages, including COBOL
• Experience with database management systems, particularly DB2
• Familiarity with job control language (JCL)
• Knowledge of zOS operating system
• Experience supporting HR/ Payroll software, experience with other software will be considered
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve system issues
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently

This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM Pacific Time on Monday, May 19th 2025. To be considered, please submit an online application, including a cover letter, resume, and proof of educationin PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration.

Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call [phone].

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

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