Division: Information Technology Services
Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Information Technology)
Salary package: $112,693-$120,506 plus 17% superannuation (Market Loadings are considered)
Term: Full time, Fixed Term (up to 3 years)
Location: Acton, Canberra (opportunity for flexible working arrangements)
Closing Date: 4 September 2024

About the Role

Are you passionate about simplifying processes and enhancing efficiency? Do you have extensive knowledge and expertise in the PeopleSoft ecosystem, including Change Assistant, DPK, and more? Are you driven by building connections with others?

Join our esteemed PeopleSoft team as a Senior PeopleSoft Administrator, where your contributions play a crucial role in supporting vital administrative applications. Embrace the dynamic nature of this position, utilising your technical skills to manage a wide range of responsibilities throughout the application lifecycle, from application support and enhancements to overseeing PeopleSoft Update Manager cycles.

If you're excited about making a significant impact, expanding your technical knowledge, and embracing new tools and features, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity to become part of our dynamic PeopleSoft team dedicated to delivering excellence at the University.

Key Duties:

• Support and maintenance of PeopleSoft Architecture environments residing on Microsoft Windows and Database on MSS SQL servers.
• Deployments of updates to PeopleSoft Finance & Supply Chain Management (FSCM), Human Capital Management & Global Payroll (HCM), and Campus Solutions (CS) applications.
• Applying Critical Patch Updates (CPU) to the deployed toolset PeopleTools 8.59/8.60; and enabling new tools features.

Technical Experience Required:

• PeopleSoft Update Manager (PUM) and Change Assistant
• PeopleTools patching and upgrades
• PeopleSoft Interaction Hub
• PeopleSoft Integration Broker & Integration Gateway
• Performance Tuning of PeopleSoft systems (Finance, HR and CS)
• Experience administration of Active Directory and managing Group Policy
• Trouble shooting network ACLs and local firewalls
• Experience managing environments using a BigIP F5 load balancer
• Demonstrate knowledge with nVision tuning and configuration
• Experience with PeopleSoft Performance Management (PPM), PeopleSoft Testing Framework (PTF) and a functional understanding of and experience in Finance, HR and CS would be beneficial.
• Experience with Windows server 2019 & MS SQL server 2019 would be beneficial.

Our commitment to excellence means we are consistently seeking avenues for improvement, including the evaluation of new functionality and the implementation of automation within the PeopleSoft applications.

You will have the invaluable support of our University's highly skilled technicians and support staff. Additionally, you will enjoy access to relevant conferences and training opportunities to further enhance your capabilities.

About You

We welcome applications from individuals who possess the following attributes:

• Expertise in secure, large-scale multi-user business solutions via premise platforms, cloud services, or hybrid models.
• Technical proficiency and extensive experience in system and application administration of n-tier database-driven web applications, encompassing the entire application lifecycle.
• Implementation of orchestration principles for automating complex computer systems and services, directing automated processes for larger workflows.
• Proven commitment to client service and demonstrated high-level written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated agility, flexibility, initiative and adaptability to contribute to organizational change and process improvement.
• Active participation and leadership in teams

For more information about this position, please contact the PeopleSoft Development Technical Lead, Paul Yeoh on E: paul.yeoh@anu.edu.au.

About Us

ANU is home to some of the most remarkable people from across the world: visionaries, influential leaders, researchers and advocates creating impact and change nationally, regionally and globally. ANU attracts exceptional staff and students and, through education and enrichment programs, helps them to achieve ambitious goals, and pursue brilliant careers. Ranked in the top 30 universities globally, the first Australian university to be recognised in this elite tier, ANU continues to be an academic resource for the whole of Australia.

About ITS

Information Technology Services (ITS) delivers digital solutions that enable the Australian National University to achieve its strategic goals: a student experience equal to the world’s best, and research that transforms society and creates national capability.  ITS is responsible for the University’s digital ecosystem and is leading the delivery of the Digital Master Plan, a 10-year strategic roadmap for the transformation of the University’s digital capability.

Digital Transformation

Informed by extensive consultation with ANU students and staff, the ANU Digital Master Plan (DMP) is a 10-year vision to transform the way our University does business - how we work and think. Our digital future will transform the experience of ANU for our students, researchers, academics, professional staff and the wider community, and we are seeking great people to be a part of this history-making journey. Click here to learn more.  

Our Campus

The University's Acton campus is in the heart of Canberra. From here it's an easy walk, bike ride or drive to some of Australia's most significant political and cultural institutions including Australian Parliament House. You'll find all the conveniences of a small suburb including cafes, bars, supermarkets, childcare centres, a newsagency, post office and even a medical centre right on campus! The Acton Campus is well renowned for its landscape setting, with over 10,000 trees and a commitment to maintenance of open space. It's 'park like' environment is a feature that is internationally recognised.

What we can offer you

Our staff enjoy some amazing employee benefits: 

• ANU offers competitive remuneration packages including 17% superannuation and regular increases.
• We support flexible and hybrid working, with access to our beautiful, green campus.
• We offer discounted study, with 75% off ANU courses for staff and 25% for your spouse and children (see eligibility).
• We have many professional development initiatives including training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.
• We have on-site Gyms with staff discounts as well as oval spaces and ANU sports clubs.
• We are a family friendly campus with access to childcare facilities, designated parent rooms and quiet spaces.
• ANU offers salary sacrificing including laptops, childcare, novated car leasing, additional superannuation, and more!
• We offer affordable onsite parking from $34 / fortnight with salary sacrificing options.
• We care about your wellbeing, with access to the Employee Assistance Program, vaccinations and health insurance plan options.
• We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements. 

ANU is committed to workforce diversity, creating an inclusive workplace, and providing equal employment opportunities to people with diverse backgrounds and identities. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. Click here to learn more.

Our Vision: Support the development of national unity and identity, improve our understanding of ourselves and our neighbours, provide our nation with research capacity amongst the best in the world, and education in areas vital for our future is our mission.

Our Values: Excellence, Original Thinking, Integrity, Respect, Inclusivity, Diversity

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please ensure that your submission includes the following:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria showing how your skills, experience and approach align with the role in no more than 2 pages. 
• A current curriculum vitae (CV).
• The names and contact details of 2 referees.

Applications which do not provide the above or do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Reasonable adjustments to support applicants through this recruitment process can be made available upon request. Requests for adjustments will be treated with the strictest of confidentiality.

Please note: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.