What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, SIS Development position at University of Texas at Arlington?
Position Information
Posting Number
S06412P
Position Title
Manager, SIS Development
Department
OIT SIS Development
Location
Arlington
Position Status
Full-time
Work Schedule
Monday to Friday; 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- With an understanding of the 24/7 nature of IT.
Salary
Salary is determined based on education and experience.
Pay Basis
Monthly
Job Summary
The Student Information Systems (SIS) Development Manager is a strategic, hands-on leader responsible for the development, delivery, and support of the University’s SIS applications. With a strong focus on SDLC best practices and UI/UX/PX, this role manages software development teams and projects from requirements through deployment, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions are delivered on time and within scope. The SIS Manager works closely with OIT Business Analysts and stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable technical plans while overseeing project execution and resource management.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Project and SDLC Management
- Manage SIS projects through the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), applying development methodologies and championing continuous service improvement initiatives.
- Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT), training, and documentation to support successful implementation and end-user readiness.
- Champion service improvement initiatives based on feedback, analytics, and evolving campus needs.
Team Leadership and Development
- Provide daily leadership and mentorship to development teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and growth.
- Oversee staffing, training, task assignment, and performance feedback to ensure team effectiveness.
- Facilitate team meetings, prioritize work, and promote professional development.
- Manage team reporting, including performance metrics, SLA analysis, and service improvement recommendations.
- Coordinate consultants and other external involvement with development teams.
Technical Oversight
- Provide technical leadership by overseeing system design, development, and maintenance; and implementing and managing system controls to ensure integrity.
- Investigate, escalate and resolve major issues, problems and requests through risk mitigation, escalation management, and conflict resolution.
- Ensure compliance with FERPA, accessibility, security, and data governance standards.
- Offer strategic guidance on SIS technologies and service enhancements.
- Ensure seamless UI/UX/PX experiences for students and campus stakeholders.
Stakeholder & Vendor Relations
- Act as liaison between technical teams, business units (including OIT, Registrar, Financial Aid, Admissions, Analytics, Advising, and Information Security), and UT System entities, translating requirements into solutions.
- Align system enhancements with institutional goals and academic calendars.
- Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide client support through troubleshooting, training, and process improvements.
Reporting and Budgeting
- Report team and project status to senior leadership.
- Assist in budget planning and monitoring for SIS-related services.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field.
- Ten (10) years of related experience in IT working with PeopleSoft ERP systems which includes five (5) years of leadership experience leading ERP projects, or fourteen (14) years of an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in educational technology, business administration, computer technology or related field.
- Experience leading teams developing PeopleSoft Campus Solutions System Application (version 9.0 or greater), SQL plus, and general reporting.
- Strong understanding (all phases) of the application development lifecycle, software development life cycle methodologies, production support procedures, and project management disciplines.
- Certifications in the areas of: PeopleSoft, ITIL, Agile, or Project Management.
- Practical experience working in Higher Education using an ERP system.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Experience working as part of large projects in a consultant/advisory role.
- Self-starter, with high energy and outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others, excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Experience with accounting principles used in fund accounting.
- Experience with statistical data analysis and visualization.
- Knowledge of computing in a large enterprise environment including networking, PC support, cloud infrastructure, database systems, data warehousing systems, and software development processes.
Other Requirements
- All Information Technology staff – regardless of their unique position – are expected to perform their assigned duties in a manner consistent with professional standards, with full awareness of responsibilities toward managing personal and institutional data, with priority regard to delivering customer service, with an understanding of the 24/7 nature of IT and the responsibilities that creates for them as individuals, and in a constructive and effective collaboration with colleagues.
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions
- Use of standard office equipment, personal computer, and Microsoft office.
- General office conditions.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Benefits at UTA
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required
3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD or equivalent
- How many years of experience do you have in PeopleSoft?
- None/less than 1 year
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 5 years or more
- How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?
- None/less than 1 year
- 2 to 3 years
- 4 to 5 years
- 6 years or more
- How many years of experience do you have in management/leadership role (Inclusive of fiscal responsibilities)?
- None/less than 1 year
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 5 years or more
- What is your experience level with WCAG or other accessibility guidelines?
- No Skill or Basic/ None or Less than 2 years
- Intermediate/2 to 3 years
- Advanced/4 to 5 years
- Proficient/More than 6 yeas
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume or CV
- Cover/Interest Letter
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