Los Angeles Unified School District · 7 hours ago
Computer Applications Administrator SAP
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$149K/yr - $185K/yr
5+ years expLos Angeles Unified School District is at the forefront of innovation in public education, seeking a Computer Applications Administrator SAP to support the automation of Human Capital Management modules. The role involves planning, organizing, and directing activities related to SAP modules and non-SAP applications, ensuring effective implementation and coordination with various district offices.
Education
Responsibilities
Planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating a wide variety of administrative activities related to SAP modules and non-SAP computer applications
Coordinating computer application plans and activities with other District offices involved in automation activities
Establishing internal policies that affect the timely and cost-effective development of SAP and non SAP computer applications systems
Assisting in administering allocated budget resources and controls expenditures
Directing and participating in liaison and coordination of activities with Division units and other departments including: personnel, purchasing, finance, benefits, payroll, budget, and other units
Providing professional expertise and formulating concepts for existing and proposed automation activities and making recommendations regarding design changes/enhancements for improved systems, business performance, and cost effectiveness
Recommending changes in policies, procedures, rules and laws; acting as liaison on collective bargaining issues and proposals as it relates to SAP system enhancements and changes; coordinating and directing the implementation of changes affecting SAP modules
Assigning staff to system enhancements and changes based on functional business requirement of the District
Supervising specific module configuration of SAP system to meet District business requirements, system enhancements, configuration and specification documents, and transports from the development system, quality system to production system
Using technical operational work methods, procedures, controls and information/documentation systems
Participating in evaluating the performance of subordinate staff
Participating in IT proposal evaluation and contract negotiations for SAP-related projects
Making presentations to Board Members, Division heads, and other interested parties to explain and detail ongoing and proposed automation activities
Qualification
Required
Graduation from a recognized college or university, preferably with a major in business, public administration, computer science, or a related field
Five years of SAP experience in the development and implementation of an SAP module to automate functions in the area of Human Capital Management (HCM), finance or procurement
Two years of the above experience must include implementation of a full SAP life-cycle
Supervisory experience is preferable
A valid driver's license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and use of a motor vehicle
Preferred
The ideal candidate is an experienced SAP professional with deep functional and technical expertise supporting Finance modules within an SAP ERP environment
Strong understanding of end-to-end financial business processes and serves as a trusted partner to Finance stakeholders, ensuring system stability, data integrity, and regulatory compliance
Hands-on experience administering and supporting SAP Finance modules such as FI, CO, Budget, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Grants, and Asset Accounting, preferably in a complex, highly regulated, or public-sector environment
Ability to translate business requirements into effective SAP solutions, manage configuration and enhancements, support integrations with upstream and downstream systems, and troubleshoot complex production issues
Collaborative, service-oriented professional who can balance operational support with continuous improvement initiatives
Comfortable working across cross-functional teams (functional, technical, security, and BASIS), supporting audits and controls, and participating in system upgrades, enhancements, and modernization efforts
Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to prioritize competing demands in a mission-critical ERP environment
Benefits
District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans.
Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
24 days each year.
Up to 13 days.
Company
Los Angeles Unified School District
The Los Angeles Unified School District is the second largest public school district in the U.S.
10001+ employees
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