Systems Analyst - Applications

Systems Analyst-Applications

ISC994

District Services

District Information Services

100%

12 Months Per Year

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with department needs.)

Do you strive to make a difference in higher education? Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity to be a part of our students’ educational success and lifelong learning? If so, we invite you to join North Orange County Community College District. The District is renowned as one of the best two-year college districts in California. We are proud to enroll over 60,000 students and serve a population of over one million people, annually! Home to more than 2,600 employees, our highly skilled, professional, and diverse faculty and staff are leading two of California’s premier colleges, Cypress Community College and Fullerton Community College, as well as one of the largest continuing education programs, North Orange Continuing Education.

The Information Services (IS) team is comprised of two groups: one that is focused on infrastructure and the other on application development and support. Our goal is to deliver phenomenal technology services throughout the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) for our students, faculty, and staff.

We empower our faculty and staff through technology adoption and directly support over 40,000 students annually to help them achieve their educational goals. Our team is committed to digital transformation and to modernizing all aspects of technology.

The successful applicant will provide a leadership role in supporting the district’s enterprise applications; primarily focused on Ellucian Banner as a subject matter expert.

The IS team is dedicated to our core values of Service, High Standards, Adaptability, Professionalism, Stewardship, Respect, and Inclusiveness.

• 100% employee medical premium coverage and a contribution toward dependent coverage
• Fringe allowance to be used at employee’s discretion
• Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account
• $50,000 life insurance benefit
• Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/457 plans)
• Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS/CalPERS)
• Professional Growth & Development Opportunities (Receive up to $3,500 annually)
• 18 paid holidays + Paid vacation
• Cumulative sick leave
• Summer schedule (exceptions apply)
• Receive Premium Pay for years of continuous service: From 5% at 5 years, up to 36% at 36 years
• District paid employee post-retirement medical (for those who qualify)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion
• Progressive and innovative culture
• Opportunity to participate in various Faculty & Staff Associations

This position is responsible for acting in a lead capacity and/or as an expert on the successful selection, design, installation and maintenance of automated systems including LAN/WAN data communications networks, network management systems, enterprise servers, network operating systems, and/or database management systems. Responsibilities include advising management on technology solutions, defining project steps and timelines, coordinating, directing, and providing work direction to lower level technical staff and setting technical standards and providing technical expertise on complex technical problems.

Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

Acts in a lead capacity and/or as an expert on the successful selection, design, installation and maintenance of automated systems including LAN/WAN data communications networks, network management systems, enterprise servers, network operating systems, and/or database management systems.

Remains current on developments in hardware and software systems and equipment related to District system and needs in order to advise personnel and recommend systems changes, updates, and/or new technology as appropriate.

Attends planning meetings and discussions with more senior technical personnel, and end users and communicates with end users concerning their needs and requirements.

Researches and tests new technologies and applications that show a potential benefit and monitors their performance if and when they are implemented.

Develops and sets overall standards for hardware, software, enterprise server platforms, applications systems and networks.

Develops writes and modifies technical support documentation for network, system-level software and engineering changes.

Trains IT staff and end users on new or existing technology being implemented as needed.

Acts as project manager establishing project milestones and timelines and providing work direction and assignments to lower level technical staff.

Serves as District representative at user group conferences as required.

Learns and applies emerging technologies and as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.

Participate in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff and to address student achievement gaps; active assistance in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events.

Performs related duties as assigned.

The Systems Analyst, Applications, maintains frequent contact with various District departments and personnel, information technology vendors, and outside contractors.

Knowledge of systems design and analysis
Knowledge of computer hardware and software, and related peripherals
Knowledge of applicable programming languages
Ability to plan, lead, coordinate and conduct major projects or phases of projects
Knowledge of the principles and practices of providing technical work direction and guidance
Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
Ability to write and update technical documentation
Ability to assign work and provide technical work directions to others
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work
Ability to meet schedules and time lines
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Ability to lift heavy boxes and equipment (up to 40 pounds unassisted); subject to repetitive bending, stooping and use of upper extremities; and subject to exposure to electrical hazards

The award of all degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If selected as a finalist and/or given an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide a transcript with degree posted (may be unofficial). Human Resources will contact the finalist to obtain this required documentation at that phase of the recruitment.

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in computer science or a related field.

Extensive experience in programming, operating systems, and data communications networks, including leadership responsibility.

Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.

Proven ability to apply business analysis skills to identify, evaluate, and define scope and objectives based on applicable business processes to meet functional needs.

Possess in depth knowledge of Banner modules and integrations with third party applications.

Ability to work at the highest technical level with Ellucian Banner Ethos, API’s and PL/SQL to design and implement integration and reporting needs.

Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with different priorities and timelines using an Agile approach.

Experience providing project leadership for functional work groups enabling them to stay on time and on task by effectively communicating milestones and challenges.
Ability to consult with supervisors, systems analysts, developers, and end users to develop functional design specifications and gather information about program intent, functions, features, data requirements, and training and support needs.
Proven experience leading a DevOps team, including management of sprints, deliverables, and milestones.

Experience interacting effectively with internal and external constituents including vendors, consultants, and other groups in the California Community College system.

Knowledge of cloud architecture and development techniques to support CI/CD and Agile methodologies.

Experience with state reporting and other external information system requirements.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills for working in a fast-paced and team-oriented setting.
Experience collaborating with faculty, staff, and/or community leaders on programs and initiatives that are specifically designed to assist historically underrepresented students achieve their educational goals.

Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and/or students in an equity minded manner. Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.

College or District IT office environment; subject to sitting for long periods at a time (up to 2-3 hours). Repetitive use of upper extremities including hand coordination activities.

$8,600 - $10,452 Per Month

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08/01/2022

08/15/2022

Special COVID 19 Notice: Interviews may be held in person (following all necessary precautions) or in a virtual format. Employees must reside in California while employed with NOCCCD, even during remote work. Thank you for your continued interest in working at North Orange County Community College District.
The North Orange County Community College District is committed to protecting the health and wellbeing of students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the communities it serves. The Board of Trustees voted to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for all employees and those students enrolled in on-campus classes with allowances for religious or medical exemptions as defined by law. The due date for employees and students to be fully vaccinated is November 1, 2021. More information can be found on our District website by visiting https://www.nocccd.edu/covid19 .
Work Schedule: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, District employees are currently working a hybrid schedule of remote work and in-person each week until further notice. Number of in-person days may vary by position/department. Questions regarding the work schedule may be discussed with Hiring Manager if selected as an interview candidate.

This is a classified position subject to a one-year probationary period. Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with Board Policy and is not negotiable. The applicant selected for the position will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.

The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within the same fiscal year or 8 months, whichever is longer.

To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate “N/A” (not applicable). Do not use terms such as “see resume” or “see attached”.

The minimum required number of references for this position is three (3) and will be requested at the finalist and/or offer of employment phase of the hiring process.

All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.

Minimum Qualifications – Experience: One year of experience is equivalent to 12 months of experience at a maximum of 40 hours per week (full time). Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for the sole purpose of meeting the experience minimum qualification (Example: Twelve (12) months of part time work experience is equivalent to six (6) months full time).

Minimum Qualifications – Education: 24 units are equal to one year of education. As applicable, education must be from a regionally accredited institution and verifiable on a legible unofficial transcript.
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.
Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or coursework are required. See our website at https://www.nocccd.edu/minimum-qualifications for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.