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Technical Analyst

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To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

  1. Complete the online application;
  2. Resume; AND,
  3. Three (3) Professional References.

Posting Details

Posting Details (Default Section)

Closing Date: 04/25/2025
Open Until Filled No
Classification Title Technical Analyst
Working Title Technical Analyst - Finance
Recruitment Limits
Location District
Pay Information
Range 4 ($7,016.86 – $11,429.72) per month based on the current Supervisory & Professional Administrators’ Association. New employees will begin on step A ($7,016.86 ). Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA and is non-negotiable. The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid: medical, dental and vision plans; sick and vacation leave; and opportunities for professional development. Initial Salary Placement, Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the SPAA – Supervisory & Professional Administrators Association Handbook. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. A temporary probationary period will be applied to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee Collective Bargaining Agreements and Handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits
Position Equivalent FTE:
1.O FTE
No. Months: 12 months
Position Number: 011827
FLSA Status Exempt (does not accrue overtime)
Position Type Classified
Bargaining Unit Supervisory & Professional
Range 4
Department People, Culture, & Tech Services
The Position
Under the direction of the Manager of Applications Development, this position’s primary duties are to provide technical support and analysis of PeopleSoft Financials applications; document requirements for application enhancements or fixes; track projects; maintain test scripts; perform program testing and training and develop end-user documentation.

Distinguishing Characteristics
This position is the primary technical contact for planning, coordinating and reporting the progress of technical work and projects for the end user departments. This position requires considerable knowledge of the financial modules such as general ledger, accounts payable, procurement, and asset management, as well as Peoplesoft technical architecture, security and data models. The work is often performed independently.

Example of Duties:
  • Diagnose and resolve data and application issues with both the IT technical staff and the end user departments and utilize systems analysis techniques to determine the specifications required by end-user departments for PeopleSoft Financial applications.
  • Assist stakeholders with developing functional and technical requirements for systems fixes and enhancements. Develop test plans, coordinate test data and manage the implementation of software programs and application changes and computer system enhancements. Maintain test scripts and plans as required.
  • Maintain work lists and project plans and provide weekly reporting to managers and end user departments.
  • Respond to inquiries from key stakeholders and departments, end users and/or external agencies.
  • Perform data analysis, queries, and reporting using PeopleSoft Query, SQL, and related tools.
  • Help manage PeopleTools and PUM updates.
  • Maintain effective working relationships with vendors, administrators, and IT staff and meet regularly to ensure work progress and identify any issues or impediments that need immediate resolution.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Classification Description
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Desired Qualifications
Recent, broad and extensive experience in the following areas:

  • Working as a Technical Analyst, Systems Analyst or Technical Liaison supporting a higher education Finance system such as PeopleSoft ERP.
  • Working with end user department staff to identify and write detailed functional specifications and test plans.
  • Working with various database management systems and able to map data conversion requirements, including working with SQL data and being able to write SQL queries.
  • Working with programming staff and writing detailed programming specifications and performing pre-client testing of application changes.
  • Managing projects and writing and maintaining project plans in Microsoft Project or similar tool.
  • Understanding Microsoft Office Suite with advanced knowledge of Excel.
Foreign Degree:
Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application.
Commitment to Diversity:
All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

  1. Complete the online application;
  2. Resume; AND,
  3. Three (3) Professional References.
Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments)
First Round Interviews: Mid May, 2025
Second Round Interviews: End of May, 2025
Start Date: June 16, 2025
Conditions of Employment:
SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:
  • Submit “official” college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
  • Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
  • Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
  • Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND,
  • Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.


EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT
If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.
Additional Information:
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.
Posting Number CL01741

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have experience working as a Technical Analyst supporting a Finance system?

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * What tools have you used for writing SQL queries? Describe a complex query or report you have worked on recently. What business need did the query or report serve?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Do you have knowledge, education or certifications in GL accounting?

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Please describe your experience managing technical projects and using project planning software to write and maintain project schedules, and working with end users and technical staff to stay on target and implement projects on time.

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse student, faculty and classified professional population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups.

    (Open Ended Question)

Required & Optional Documents

Required Documents
  1. Résumé
Optional Documents
  1. Unofficial Transcript(s)
  2. Foreign Degree Evaluation (if applicable)