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San José State University · 5 months ago

Information Technology Consultant (2 Positions)

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$8,084/mo - $9,167/mo

3+ years exp

San José State University is seeking an experienced and proactive Information Technology Consultant to support and enhance their Financial Aid and Scholarships Office. The role involves serving as a subject matter expert in PeopleSoft Financials, maintaining system operations, improving efficiency, and ensuring regulatory compliance in student financial aid.

Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary tester and troubleshooter for the PeopleSoft Financial Aid modules

Ensure timely and accurate processing of ISIRs, Cal ISIRs, Middle Class Scholarship, and Cal Grant data

Support the full project lifecycle: planning, testing, deployment, and post-implementation review

Coordinate with technical and functional teams to ensure business needs are effectively translated into system solutions

Develop and maintain audit-ready documentation and reports for FISAP, NSLDS, COD, and other regulatory bodies

Lead and document financial aid system upgrades and provide campus-wide training and technical support

Qualification

PeopleSoft FinancialsSQLFinancial aid processesSQRFileMakerFTPAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsFacilitation skillsPresentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, educational technology, communications, or related fields, or similar certified coursework in applicable fields of study

Three (3) years of experience supporting information systems and technology

Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner

Thorough knowledge of PeopleSoft Query and SQL

Knowledge of university financial aid processes

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work independently, make sound judgments, decisions, and commitments within a team environment

Excellent facilitation skills

Ability to influence and gain support for a decision while collaborating with a decentralized customer base

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent presentation skills

Strong analytical skills and ability to understand and troubleshoot admissions and transfer credit issues

Ability to adapt to changes and be proactive in identifying when changes impact PeopleSoft configuration and/or functionality

An in-depth and extensive knowledge of all financial aid federal and state rules and regulations, PS processes, and the relationships between Financial Aid and other areas, including Student Records, Admission, and Bursars

Working knowledge of SQR, FileMaker, and FTP