Job Title: Senior Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems Programmer & Manager
Pay rate: $60-68/hr.
Status: 6-month contract to hire ($120,000 - $140,000 upon conversion to FTE)
Department: Infrastructure, Division of Technology
Reporting to: Director of Infrastructure Services
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, management information systems, engineering, mathematics, or a related field is required.
- 5+ years of experience in Oracle applications support within a complex information systems environment with progressive experience in application support, application management, software implementation, or information technology, along with formal project management training.
- Demonstrate advanced analytical, multi-tasking, organizational, and time management capabilities.
- Exercise tact and diplomacy when collaborating with customers and colleagues.
- Manage multiple, concurrent, and conflicting priorities and deadlines under pressure.
- Possess advanced knowledge and professional experience with Oracle, SQL, dBase, and other relational database management systems.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Our client is seeking a Senior Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems Programmer & Manager for an exciting contract to hire scenario. The Senior Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems Programmer & Manager advances Destination priorities, such as Academic Achievement, by leveraging Oracle Cloud HCM to deliver high-fidelity data and integrated systems. Through strategic roadmapping and team leadership, this role ensures the district’s infrastructure directly supports student success and operational excellence. This position requires a leader who values technical mentorship, data accuracy, and the continuous improvement of enterprise architecture to ensure every student can shape a successful future.
The Senior ERP Systems Programmer & Manager serves as the strategic lead for the operation, maintenance, and enhancement of the district's Oracle Cloud HCM environment, ensuring high-fidelity system integration. Reporting to the Director of Infrastructure Services, the role manages a specialized team of support analysts and engineers while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to resolve complex technical defects. This position is within the Application Services department and requires a deep technical understanding of relational databases and project management methodologies to align ERP functionality with student achievement deliverables. Ultimately, this role is essential because the successful execution of a long-term ERP roadmap is the primary driver of maintaining data integrity and operational reliability, which are necessary to achieve the district's strategic objectives.
DUTIES:
Strategic Planning & Project Leadership 40%
- Establish long-term strategic ERP roadmaps to achieve district objectives and strategic plan goals.
- Direct senior staff and leadership teams in ERP feasibility studies, evaluations, and large-scale project coordination.
- Utilize established project management methodologies to oversee the evaluation, design, and implementation of district applications.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure ERP deliverables align with student outcomes and achievement goals.
Enterprise Systems Administration & Analysis 25%
- Serve as the primary technical resource for District leadership teams and ERP user groups regarding system functionality.
- Analyze requirements to test, debug, and implement advanced functionality and integrations within ERP software.
- Monitor system activity to identify opportunities for operational improvement and implement approved production changes or customizations.
- Evaluate ERP patches and upgrades to provide deployment recommendations and schedules to leadership.
Team Supervision & Operational Collaboration 20%
- Supervise Oracle support staff by assigning daily responsibilities and conducting formal performance evaluations.
- Mentor junior staff in project management practices and technical body of knowledge tools.
- Liaise between the district and external technology partners to facilitate the timely resolution of software programming defects.
- Coordinate with HR and Finance Analysts to align ERP support services with district technology initiatives.
Application Development & Quality Assurance 10%
- Design, develop, and deploy customized reports and data integrations in partnership with third-party vendors.
- Execute final quality assurance reviews of ERP-specific internal documentation created by departmental staff.
- Assist in the design, development, planning, and maintenance of the district’s Enterprise Architecture Plan.
- Troubleshoot advanced application issues to develop functional solutions for identified software defects.
- Perform other duties as assigned (5%)
- Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, management information systems, engineering, mathematics, or a related field is required.
- 5+ of experience in Oracle applications support within a complex information systems environment with progressive experience in application support, application management, software implementation, or information technology, along with formal project management training.
- Ability to promote and follow district policies and building and department procedures.
- Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
- Maintain superior written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to listen attentively and convey technical information to diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrate advanced analytical, multi-tasking, organizational, and time management capabilities.
- Exercise tact and diplomacy when collaborating with customers and colleagues.
- Manage multiple, concurrent, and conflicting priorities and deadlines under pressure.
- Possess advanced knowledge and professional experience with Oracle, SQL, dBase, and other relational database management systems.
- Demonstrate proficiency with integrated district applications, including student information, financial, and HR/Payroll systems.
- Acquire and maintain the required advanced application certifications for the role.