Systems Analyst, System Dev (CUHR)

Columbia University in the City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University Human Resources (CUHR) seeks a Systems Analyst to support the enterprise-wide HRIS application and collaborate with the Systems Development team on maintenance, upgrades, and enhancements. The role focuses on technical support, data integrity, and user-oriented system improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience with an Enterprise HRIS, with preferred expertise in PeopleSoft HCM modules and related tools, plus strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or at least 3 years of experience with an Enterprise HRIS.
• Experience with PeopleSoft HRIS preferred, including core HCM modules.
• Knowledge of HRIS concepts, data integrity, and security.

Responsibilities

• Create technical, interface-related test scripts and carry out testing using extraction and reporting tools.
• Identify variances and research discrepancies to ensure data integrity and confidentiality of HR systems.
• Serve as liaison between HR and IT to implement user requests and system enhancements.
• Assist HRIS team with technical design, development of integrations, and module implementations.
• Support development of functional specs, create test scripts, and perform end-user testing.
• Gather business requirements, demonstrate proof of concept, and assist migration of solutions.
• Partner with Communications to develop system training materials for university users.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems

BS in Information Systems

Tools

PeopleSoft HRIS

SQL Developer

Data Warehousing

Application Designer

Process Scheduler

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary

Columbia University Human Resources (CUHR) is dedicated to providing quality service to develop, manage, and support the University's vibrant community—so our faculty and staff can do great work.

The Systems Analyst will work closely with the Systems Development team to support the enterprise-wide Human Resource application. The Systems Analyst will focus on providing technical support to the HRIS function including but not limited to system maintenance, upgrades, administration, and enhancement of HRIS applications.

Responsibilities

• Create technical, interface-related test scripts and carry out the testing using extraction and reporting tools to build and test scenarios.
• Identify variances and research discrepancies to ensure the soundness of the HR Systems, including accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Serve as a liaison between Human Resources and Information Technology to effect programming changes and implement users’ requests and system enhancements.
• Assist the HRIS team with the technical design and development of system integrations and enhancements, including upgrades, updates, module implementations, and customizations.
• Support the development of functional specifications/requirements, create/execute test scripts, and perform end-user testing.
• Gather business requirements, demonstrate proof of concept, provide technical assistance in configuration, conduct user acceptance testing, and assist the HRIS team in migrating the solution.
• Partner with the Communication team to develop system training materials and presentations for users across the University.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or a minimum of 3 years of experience working with an Enterprise HRIS system.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PeopleSoft HRIS. Familiarity with the core PeopleSoft HCM module: navigation, methods to update and correct information, searching for help, etc.
• Working knowledge in any one of the following PeopleSoft HCM modules: Payroll for North America, Workforce Administration, Manager Self Service, and Employee Self Service.
• Some knowledge of PeopleSoft’s Query Manager, SQL Developer, Data Warehousing, Application Designer, Application Engine, Component Interface, Process Scheduler, and Application Workflow Engine.
• Bachelor of Science in an Information Systems discipline.

Other Requirements

• The ideal candidate must be inquisitive and possess an ardent desire to learn. Possess practical knowledge of HRIS and excellent analytical and project management skills.
• Experience partnering with other functional areas, particularly Finance and IT.
• Ability to analyze complex business requirements and translate them into technical designs and solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, people skills, and the ability to deal with information in a confidential manner.
• Proficient using some intermediate/advanced features found in Microsoft Office Suite, such as pivot tables, statistical and logical formulas, conditional formatting, etc.

Salary Range: $95,000 - $103,000. Hours per week: 35. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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