Receives business analysis department assignments in the form of objectives. Understands goals and processes by which to meet department goals and objectives. Exercises judgment within defined procedures, policies, and department protocol to determine appropriate action.
The Business Systems Manager 1 is responsible for leading the functional team supporting enterprise Human Resources (HR) systems and related technology services, including Oracle HCM, UCPath, and peripheral systems supporting HR operations. The position works in partnership with HR functional units, the technical systems manager and technical teams, the UC Office of the President (UCOP), and other stakeholders responsible for business operations, integrations, reporting, and related services.
Responsibilities include functional oversight of production support and the planning and implementation of new systems, enhancements, integrations, upgrades, and releases. The position provides functional leadership and works collaboratively with technical leadership to ensure system reliability, data integrity, effective reporting, and technology solutions that support UCSF''s HR business and operational needs.
This responsibility requires significant interaction (frequently/ daily) with several technical campus units and virtually all UCSF Schools and Departments.
The systems, modules, and business processes within the position''s portfolio may evolve based on organizational priorities and business needs.
Department Overview
The IT Business Informatics and Analysis department supports enterprise business applications across UCSF Health and campus, including Human Resources, Learning Solutions, Financials, Supply Chain, and Student Information Systems. The department ensures the reliable day-to-day operation of these systems and supports the implementation of enhancements and new capabilities in response to organizational and business needs.
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Typically 2-5 years of experience managing an information technology organization.
5 years of UC experience.
10 years related experience
Certifications
Lean Six Sigma (LSSGB or LSSBB)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Experience supporting enterprise HR systems in a higher education, academic medical center, healthcare, or similarly complex organizational environment.
Experience with full lifecycle implementations, major enhancements, or transformations involving Oracle Cloud HCM, PeopleSoft/UCPath, or comparable enterprise HR platforms.
Knowledge of organizational structures, business processes, and IT operating models within the University of California or a comparable complex institution.
%
of time
Essential Function (Yes/No)
Key Responsibilities
(To be completed by Supervisor)
30
Yes
Functional Systems Management & Production Support
Lead the functional management and support of enterprise HR systems, including Oracle HCM, UCPath, and related systems supporting HR operations.
Oversee production support, functional configuration, and issue analysis and resolution.
Ensure reliable and effective day-to-day operation of HR systems and services.
Partner with technical leadership on solutions requiring development, integrations, or other technical expertise.
Provide functional guidance and oversight for complex system and business process issues.
20
Yes
Team Leadership & People Management
Manage and develop functional team members responsible for HR systems, reporting, and related services.
Establish team priorities and assign and monitor work.
Define roles, responsibilities, performance goals, and expectations.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and professional development.
Ensure appropriate staffing, knowledge transfer, and coverage to support ongoing operations and projects.
15
Yes
Enhancements, Releases & System Implementation
Provide functional leadership for system enhancements, Oracle Cloud releases, upgrades, integrations, and implementation of new capabilities.
Oversee requirements definition, functional design, and impact analysis.
Develop and coordinate testing strategies, execution, and business readiness activities.
Coordinate implementation activities with technical teams, HR functional units, UCOP, vendors, and other stakeholders.
Ensure successful delivery of system changes and new functionality.
15
Yes
Business Systems Analysis, Reporting & Data
Provide leadership and oversight for business systems analysis supporting HR systems and business processes.
Ensure business needs and requirements are clearly defined, analyzed, and translated into effective system and technology solutions.
Provide oversight for HR reporting and data analysis to support business and operational needs.
Oversee the analysis and resolution of system, data integrity, and reporting issues across supported HR systems.
Collaborate with functional and technical partners on solutions involving multiple systems, integrations, business processes, or data sources.
Identify and recommend opportunities to improve systems, reporting, data quality, and business processes.
10
Yes
Stakeholder Partnership & Prioritization
Partner with HR leadership, functional units, peer Systems Managers, technical teams, UCOP, and other stakeholders to identify and evaluate business needs and technology solutions.
Facilitate the prioritization of system initiatives, enhancements, and support needs.
Support decision-making related to competing priorities, resource needs, system capabilities, and implementation approaches.
Assess business and operational impacts, dependencies, and risks when evaluating priorities and solutions.
Promote effective communication and collaboration among functional, technical, and business stakeholders.
10
Yes
Operational Governance, Security & Continuous Improvement
Ensure functional system activities follow established UCSF policies, standards, controls, and procedures for analysis, documentation, testing, change management, and production implementation.
Promote appropriate security, access, and data privacy practices for HR systems and information in accordance with applicable UCSF and UC policies and requirements.
Support appropriate governance and review of system access, data use, and handling of sensitive HR information.
Maintain effective documentation, knowledge transfer, and operational continuity across supported systems and business processes.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve system support, business processes, controls, and service delivery.
Recommend and facilitate bestsystems business practices.
Perform other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the position and consistent with organizational needs.
100%
(To update total %, enter the amount of time in whole numbers (without the % symbol - e.g.,15, 20) thenhighlight the totalsum (e.g., 1%) at the bottom of the columnand press
F9. The totalsum should addup to 100%.)
%
of time
Essential Function (Yes/No)
Key Responsibilities
(To be completed by Supervisor)
30
Yes
Functional Systems Management & Production Support
Lead the functional management and support of enterprise HR systems, including Oracle HCM, UCPath, and related systems supporting HR operations.
Oversee production support, functional configuration, and issue analysis and resolution.
Ensure reliable and effective day-to-day operation of HR systems and services.
Partner with technical leadership on solutions requiring development, integrations, or other technical expertise.
Provide functional guidance and oversight for complex system and business process issues.
20
Yes
Team Leadership & People Management
Manage and develop functional team members responsible for HR systems, reporting, and related services.
Establish team priorities and assign and monitor work.
Define roles, responsibilities, performance goals, and expectations.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and professional development.
Ensure appropriate staffing, knowledge transfer, and coverage to support ongoing operations and projects.
15
Yes
Enhancements, Releases & System Implementation
Provide functional leadership for system enhancements, Oracle Cloud releases, upgrades, integrations, and implementation of new capabilities.
Oversee requirements definition, functional design, and impact analysis.
Develop and coordinate testing strategies, execution, and business readiness activities.
Coordinate implementation activities with technical teams, HR functional units, UCOP, vendors, and other stakeholders.
Ensure successful delivery of system changes and new functionality.
15
Yes
Business Systems Analysis, Reporting & Data
Provide leadership and oversight for business systems analysis supporting HR systems and business processes.
Ensure business needs and requirements are clearly defined, analyzed, and translated into effective system and technology solutions.
Provide oversight for HR reporting and data analysis to support business and operational needs.
Oversee the analysis and resolution of system, data integrity, and reporting issues across supported HR systems.
Collaborate with functional and technical partners on solutions involving multiple systems, integrations, business processes, or data sources.
Identify and recommend opportunities to improve systems, reporting, data quality, and business processes.
10
Yes
Stakeholder Partnership & Prioritization
Partner with HR leadership, functional units, peer Systems Managers, technical teams, UCOP, and other stakeholders to identify and evaluate business needs and technology solutions.
Facilitate the prioritization of system initiatives, enhancements, and support needs.
Support decision-making related to competing priorities, resource needs, system capabilities, and implementation approaches.
Assess business and operational impacts, dependencies, and risks when evaluating priorities and solutions.
Promote effective communication and collaboration among functional, technical, and business stakeholders.
10
Yes
Operational Governance, Security & Continuous Improvement
Ensure functional system activities follow established UCSF policies, standards, controls, and procedures for analysis, documentation, testing, change management, and production implementation.
Promote appropriate security, access, and data privacy practices for HR systems and information in accordance with applicable UCSF and UC policies and requirements.
Support appropriate governance and review of system access, data use, and handling of sensitive HR information.
Maintain effective documentation, knowledge transfer, and operational continuity across supported systems and business processes.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve system support, business processes, controls, and service delivery.
Recommend and facilitate bestsystems business practices.
Perform other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the position and consistent with organizational needs.
100%
(To update total %, enter the amount of time in whole numbers (without the % symbol - e.g.,15, 20) thenhighlight the totalsum (e.g., 1%) at the bottom of the columnand press
F9. The totalsum should addup to 100%.)
| Location | San Francisco, CA |
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