ERP Application, Functional Manager

About Harris County and Universal Services:

Harris County Universal Services (Universal Services) is transforming the way the County does business and seeking an experienced, strategic Manager, ERP Financial Applications to join our team.

Universal Services is the enterprise IT solutions center for the departments and offices of Harris County, providing Information Technology, Public Safety and Justice Technologies, 311 Constituent Engagement Services, Fleet Services, and Records and Information Governance Services.

Harris County is the third largest and most diverse county in the nation, with a population of more than 4.7 million. Harris County Commissioners Court, the County’s governing body, directs a budget of more than $4 billion providing essential services including flood control, infrastructure, healthcare, housing, and justice administration.

This is a great time to join Universal Services as we enhance critical services to Harris County residents and internal customers.

Position Summary:

This position will lead a team of IT professionals and business analysts supporting the functional side of the PeopleSoft 9.2 FSCM ERP system. The team you manage is responsible for maintaining production system, requirements gathering, application configuration, end-user support, and testing for ongoing enhancements & projects to the production application.

The scope of this role includes technology strategy and architecture, operational execution, and leadership of a dedicated team of business analysts who help maintain and administer our PeopleSoft Finance and Supply chain platforms. This person will play an integral role in connecting the IT team with key stakeholders, providing thought leadership and strategic partnership in the delivery of key projects, system design, and daily production tasks. This role will also be an active contributor to the execution of an enterprise-wide initiative to develop a multi-year strategy and plan for FSCM system and process transformation. Superior leadership qualities, excellent verbal communication skills, and technical aptitude are requirements for this critical leadership role in the IT department. This position collaborates directly with key business and IT stakeholders to ensure the successfully delivery of FSCM technology initiatives.

Job Duties:

• Partners with leadership and cross-functional business/IT teams to deliver on projects/initiatives while balancing the day-to-day operations

• Provides technical thought leadership on new business opportunities and/or issues

• Coordinates with end-users to understand business needs and requirements

• Assists in the analysis and design of PeopleSoft deliverables based on business requirements

• Educates and advises Harris County on the PeopleSoft FSCM functionality

• Ensures project deliverables meet business requirements

• Works with technical resources and other managers to develop best solutions

• Seeks input from team members to develop best solutions

• Adheres to methodology, controls, and quality standards

• Works independently with limited direction, and work in a team environment

• Provides leadership, direction, and feedback to the business analysts; empowers the team to drive the day-to-day support of operations and executes their designated application roadmaps

• Manages the team’s resource allocation across production support, backlog management & strategic projects by partnering with the senior management

• Partners with key stakeholders (business & vendors) to drive effective prioritization of their business objectives and help inform on a strategic multi-year Finance and Supply Chain (FSCM) technology roadmap

• Manages vendor relationships, including adherence to quarterly business reviews and roadmap discussions; assists with contract renewals and negotiations

• Owns the relationship with professional services partners/agencies when external contractors are engaged

• Coaches, mentors, and sets employee performance objectives and conducts performance reviews    

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer  https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.  This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Experience:

• Three (3) years of experience supporting PeopleSoft version 9.0 or above

• Three (3) years of experience managing or leading the ERP team

• Seven (7) years of experience supporting ERP applications

Knowledge & Skills:

• Experience with v9.0 or above based PeopleSoft environment using some or all of the following Modules (G/L, A/P, AM, PO, eProcurement, AR, Billing)

• Communication, analytical and interpersonal skills at all levels of an organization.

• Good understanding of Financial and Procurement processes

• Ability to manage teams through a PeopleSoft Implementation, Upgrade or Projects

• Experience using Microsoft Office package (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word)

• Strong leadership skills

• Previous experience managing software applications, projects, budgets, and internal/external resources

• Driven, resourceful, and self-directed problem solver with ability to work under pressure

• Demonstrated strong skills and proficiency level in troubleshooting, support, analysis, and resolution

Applicants for this position will be subject to a criminal background check that includes being fingerprinted. This applies to any position with network access to Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) or access to an area where CJIS is received, maintained or stored either manually or electronically (i.e. custodian, maintenance).  Automatic Disqualification:

• Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for any Felony, and any Class A Misdemeanor 
• Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for a Class B Misdemeanor, if within the previous 10 years 
• Open arrest for any criminal offense (Felony or Misdemeanor) 
• Family Violence conviction

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Experience:

• Experience working with public sector

• Experience implementing PeopleSoft FSCM modules

Location:

• 1111 Fannin St., Houston, Tx 77002

Work Schedule:

• 8 hours/day

Work Arrangement:

• Hybrid

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.  Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.