Functional Analyst - Jobs in Edmonton, AB

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SCHOOL OF CONTINUING EDUCATIONCompetition No. 22.08.191CATEGORY SALARY CLOSING DATEFull-Time Continuing (35 hours per week) MSA Band E (Steps 1-8): $28.81 - $41.89 per hour September 16, 2022About UsMacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmontons diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 59 programs to more than 18,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.OpportunityMacEwan University is seeking an experienced individual for a full-time continuing opportunity as Functional Analyst with the School of Continuing Education. In this role you would be responsible for identifying and facilitating opportunities for the development and enhancement of different modules in the Universitys ERP/Student Information System to support the institutions Continuing Education programming. This is a collaborative and supportive role, as you would work with all staff in the School of Continuing Education (SCE) program areas, as well as the Office of the University Registrar (OUR), and project staff in the Information Technology ERP team.As a Functional Analyst, you will help facilitate future development work within the ERP/Student Information System and will work with the supervisor to become a subject matter expert regarding all system configurations, and business processes. This role serves as the SCE representative on various development projects based on the institutions ERP project priorities and plays a key role for the institution as a User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Coordinator for all testing related to Continuing Education functionality in the Universitys ERP/Student Information System. In addition, you will support training requirements for SCE administrative staff and provide updates to program staff on the system, as well as providing input and guidance regarding the business processes and practices of other systems used within the SCE in order to ensure consistency and compliance with University policies and procedures.SKILLSThe successful candidate will have:

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of managers and subject matter experts.
• The ability to successfully engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Proficiency in current industry best practices
• Strong relationship building skills
• Problem-solving and structured analysis skills.
• An applied ability to facilitate and organize

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of an undergraduate degree in a related field
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in business planning, system analyst, research and troubleshooting complex system solutions
• Business process management experience is an asset
• Proficient knowledge of PeopleSoft, Campus Solutions, PSQuery, other ERP systems, or relational database experience is an asset
• Equivalences may be considered

BENEFITSWhen you become part of the MacEwan team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes:

• Competitive base pay
• Generous vacation time
• Secure pension plan
• Flexible benefits package
• Continuous learning culture
• Opportunities for career growth

How to ApplyTo apply, go to https://www.macewan.ca/careers and select the job posting. If you require assistance, please contact us at careers@macewan.ca.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Association Collective Agreement. Please note, initial salary placement for external candidates is limited to the first five steps of the salary grid.Diversity StatementMacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serve as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.Accessibility StatementWe strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact humanresources@macewan.ca and we will support you to the best of our ability.Personal Information Collection NotificationPersonal information is being collected to determine your qualifications for employment. This information is collected, used and protected under the authority of and in accordance with the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It may be provided to non-HR members of a hiring and interview panel if your application advances to that stage of the hiring process. If you have any questions about these arrangements, please contact: Human Resources, University Services Centre, Rm. 10-600, 10700-104 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 4S2 or phone (780) 497-5434.Quick Apply

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