Systems Programmer Analyst II

The Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (BPU) no longer requires employees to live within Wyandotte County, expanding opportunities for talented professionals to join our team while continuing our long-standing commitment to serving the communities that depend on us every day. For over 100 years, BPU has provided safe, dependable water and electric services across Wyandotte County. As a non‑profit public utility, we are deeply committed to the customers and communities we serve. At BPU, it’s more than providing utility services; it’s about powering quality of life, supporting economic growth, and strengthening our community for the future. That commitment has helped BPU earn recognition as one of the top public utilities in the country. We are proud to offer meaningful careers, competitive pay, and one of the strongest benefits packages in the Kansas City region. Join the Power of Our Community. Salary Pay: $120,533 - 150,533 Annually Responsibilities Business Enablement: Serve as a subject matter expert for the solutions stated above, staying abreast of system updates, enhancements, and emerging features. * Educate and advise business units on how to maximize value from current functionalities and newly released features. * Champion system adoption initiatives by identifying optimization opportunities, promoting best practices, and guiding process improvements aligned with enterprise goals. * Collaborate with all department stakeholders to align system capabilities with evolving business needs. * System Development and Maintenance: Design, develop, and implement new features and modules. * Maintain and enhance existing ERP system components to ensure optimal performance. * Collaborate with the ERP Business Managers and other team members to plan and execute system upgrades and patches. * Manage data integrations, accuracy, consistency, and security across ERP modules. * Technical Support: Provide level 2 support for ERP and HCM system issues, including troubleshooting and resolving technical problems. * Work closely with end‑users to understand their needs and provide effective solutions. * Ensure timely and accurate resolution of support tickets and user queries. * System Analysis: Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical specifications for system improvements. * Conduct system analysis to identify areas for optimization and efficiency gains. * Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and document functional and technical requirements. * Programming and Scripting: Write and maintain code for system customization and integration. * Develop scripts and programs to automate routine tasks and improve system efficiency. * Ensure all code is well‑documented and follows best practices. * Testing and Quality Assurance: Develop and execute test plans to ensure the quality and functionality of systems. * Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT) as needed. * Identify and resolve defects and issues discovered during testing. * Documentation and Training: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system processes, configurations, and customizations. * Provide training and support to end‑users on system functionality and best practices. * Assist in the development of user manuals and training materials. * Perform other similar related job duties as assigned. * *Denotes essential functions of the position. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in ERP system programming, analysis and configuration. Proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, Java, C#, or similar. Extensive knowledge of ERP Applications and business use of them. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Detail‑oriented with a commitment to delivering high‑quality work. Preferred Qualifications Experience with ERP and HCM system technology and integrations. Knowledge of business processes in areas such as HR, Talent Management, Time Management and Payroll. Knowledge of business process for Financials and Supply Chain. Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools. Certifications in PeopleSoft, Oracle Fusion, or UGK. Physical Requirements Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. Recruitment Agency Notice We are not engaging external recruiting agencies for this position. Please do not forward resumes or contact our team regarding this role. The Board of Public Utilities 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 or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (BPU)