Human Resources IT Systems Analyst

The principal function of an employee in this class is to provide technology solutions for use in Human Resources. An employee assigned to this group acts to identify, define, and architect business solutions within the software technologies adopted by the Human Resources Department and the Boise School District. The employee devolops and maintains applications infrastructure, including applications development, integration, software maintenance, database maintenance, and report development. Additional responsibilities include providing operational support in report writing, applications and database management, and other duties as assigned., * Work on ERP projects such as data extracts for financial or audit purposes;

• Provide ERP application support for all users across the firm;
• Utilize complex SQL to gather data for reporting purposes;
• Perform programming, coding, query writing and database development;
• Formulate technology solutions to accommodate both business needs and district technology standards;
• Leverage change and release management process to ensure all platform updates and upgrades are thoroughly tested and signed-off prior to go-live;
• Maintains confidentiality, protecting company, personal and private information;
• Research solutions for current business needs;
• Analyze and review existing, manual business practices in order to provide automated, streamlined technology-driven solutions;
• Ensure the integrity and security of information and access to support company reporting and internal control standards;
• Write professional, clear help documentation geared toward the appropriate audience, such as teachers, clerks, administrators, or other technical staff;
• Troubleshoot and solve technology problems;
• Act as intermediary between Human Resources Department and third party application providers;
• Perform upgrades, patches and security fixes to provide maximum integrity of information systems;
• Install, review and test demo software, compare features to actual business needs; make recommendations to buy/not buy applications and add-ons;
• Lead and advise end users on IT projects; train users on precesses for program execution and proper data input and retrieval;
• Provide technical assistance, servicing, configuring, troubleshooting and evaluating systems, hardware, software and networks;
• Perform special projects as assigned by the HR Manager and Director of People and Organizational Services;
• Partner with vendors regarding product roadmap, enhancement suggestions and support cases;
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with District policies, procedures, and safety practices;
• Perform statistical and complex analysis;
• Prepare, schedule and conduct hands-on training sessions for varied user groups; produce tutorial videos and other interactive training media;
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Knowledge of SQL: including complex T-SQL statements;
• Ability to utilize update and insert statements in a safe and secure manner;
• Microsoft operating systems, Active Directory server and workstation hardware and software; network operating systems and related systems;
• Programming languages such as: VB.NET, ASP.NET, ADO.NET, HTML, C#, JavaScript, or other languages as needed;
• Application, Process, and Data modeling;
• Principles of software architecture and management;
• Current and new information systems technology trends;
• Business logic development within software technologies;
• Data integrity issues and security requirements;
• Report writing tools such as Crystal Reports, Microsoft Access, SSRS and vendor supplied; Project management methodologies;
• Enterprise Application Administration and user configuration.

Abilty to

• Demonstrate independent, creative thinking and analytical skills;
• Adapt technology to district needs;
• Troubleshoot and resolve technology problems;
• Prioritize work projects and work within time constraints and deadlines with minimal supervision;
• Maintain office, school and individual confidentiality;
• Gather and document business requirements from end users;
• Analyze business requirements and apply system rules to develop automated outcomes; Demonstrate effective interpersonal interactions and verbal and written communication skills;
• Demonstrate analytical skills;
• Administer relational databases;
• Integrate diverse data systems ussing SSIS or other data migration tools;
• Analyze complex server and workstation systems, identifying problems, develop logical conclusions and implement effective solutions;
• Develop and recommend cost effective system improvements;
• Work independently and with team members., * Bachelors's Degree in Computer Science preferred; or
• Three to five (3-5) years work experience with information systems involving troubleshooting, analysis and problem resolution; and
• Experience using relational database with query based report writing tools; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform as an effective and competent Human Resource Systems Analyst.

Essential Physical Abilities

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to monitor classroom activites and discern verbal instructions, communicate effectively in person, and to hear sounds within the normal range of conversation;
• Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the meployee to monitor classroom activites and comprehend written work instructions and comprehend, review and prepare a variety of written and text documents and materials;
• Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate classroom and office equipment, including a personal computer;
• Occasionally some job tasks may require, with or without reasonable accommodation, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping.

Pulled from the full job description

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, Index: 01/M/02 ($35.83/hour) to 01/M/04 ($38.76/hour) depending on verified experience for NEW to District Employees

Transferring employees or former District employees hired into this role will be placed on the "M" letter grade of the Classified Salary Schedule, but the initial step placement will vary based on a variety of factors., For positions that qualify, the District offers a benefit package that is valued at more than $10,000 annually. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Public Employees' Retirement System (PERSI) and are provided to Classified employees who work at least half time (20 hours per week) or more in a regular position and to Certified employees with a .50 FTE or greater contract.