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General Description:

• Lead areas of support for system administration included but no limited to FDM Support, Ad Hoc, Assets, Banking, Customer Accounts, Endowments, Expenses, Grants, Procurement, Projects, Supplier, Payroll, Benefits, Absence, Business process configuration and Security.
• May lead a group of Business Analysts that are responsible for the administration of Systems
• Devises or modifies procedures to solve complex problems considering computer equipment capacity and limitations, operation time, and form of desired results. Includes analysis of business and user needs, documentation of requirements, and translation into proper Systems requirement specifications.
• Applies technical knowledge of all phases of Systems analysis
• Instructs, directs, and checks the work of less experienced Business Systems Analysts. Responsible for assembling project team, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedule to ensure timely completion of project and meeting deadlines of project. Familiar with the systems scope and project objectives, as well as the role and function of each team member to effectively coordinate the activities of the work team.
• Prepare project plans, which includes definition, scope, resources, and schedule.
• Allocate resources based upon the magnitude and necessity of the project. Prioritize projects and tasks to achieve department and Company objectives. Ensures adequate communication is maintained regarding all project status and priorities.
• Manage the development and maintenance of WD Finance System. HR application systems. Determine user needs and translate into business requirements. Consults with functional area management regarding the status of specific projects.
• Develop detail system design which support the system requirements. Conduct technical reviews and walk-through of IT Financial design documentation with development and design team members. Review and critique the technical documentation of other systems to assure quality products.
• Provide support for designated application systems. Lead and facilitate the design, development, and implementation of enhancements to existing HR WD finance business systems.
• Develop working relationships with a diverse group of business people and gain an understanding of the complex nature of the Company’s business and reporting needs. Maintain familiarity with the business plans of the Company and the departments serviced.
• Define Business Intelligence and Reporting requirements jointly working with management and professional staff in user departments. Technical solutions must satisfy the business needs for the future, i.e., take into account Company growth and customer service objectives.
• Develop overall project plans for major efforts that satisfy the business needs of that functional area for review and approval by management. Also responsible for assisting user management in setting priorities within that functional area.
• Provide reporting innovation to user areas and contribute to improve the function, reliability, and quality of services from Systems. Provide guidance in creating standards, testing procedures, version control, etc. Maintain a professional awareness of tools and techniques that might be used to improve the quality of service.
• May participate in the interviewing, hiring and performance appraisals of lower level people.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

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