Project Specialist - Information Technology Services (ITS)

Under general supervision from assigned manager, responsible for systems software efficiencies and end user integration functions, including technology user processes and procedures, enhancements of applications, and project management processes and procedures; provides technology solutions for business process needs, including creating effective workflows and performing efficiency enhancements for applications.

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• Use the online Help Guide or contact the NEOED Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 if you need assistance with your online applicant account.
• Applicant Support is available between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@sierracollege.edu .

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Adheres to and implements project management processes and procedures; provides process, communications, and information within Information Technology Services (ITS) and cross-functional teams from various departments; creates, monitors, and reviews project plans for team members; tracks work activities of project staff; participates in systems design, selection, development, and implementation tasks among District staff and project teams; and identifies resources, issues, and risks and proposes potential solutions for encountered issues; prepares cost/benefit analysis and total cost of ownership projections for new and existing solutions.

2. Recommends project prioritization using established criteria; evaluates alternatives, determines time and cost estimates, recommends optimal resources and develops project timelines; monitors project progress and identifies resources, scope, and/or timelines; recommends options or resolves problems; performs post-implementation evaluation of projects and maintains project documentation; develops reports or report specifications to support strategic decision-making and to measure performance of software, business practices, and projects by key success measures.

3. Works cooperatively with District’s Banner Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and application experts in the review and application of business-related regulations and standards; communicates with users to determine immediate and future needs; develops and presents plans to appropriate users and managers; monitors ITS solutions to meet strategic initiatives.

4. Facilitates, fosters, and participates in organizational, operational, and research studies, analysis, and integrations; conducts need analysis and related functional requirement assessments specific to operations; researches and develops best-practice solutions to streamline business processes and workflows; evaluates software functionality to improve efficiency and effectiveness; researches, recommends, and implements technology solutions, resources, upgrades, or features to support transitions to new and existing business processes, programs, or procedures.

5. Establishes or adheres to information systems guidelines by which software extensions or integration interfaces are specified, designed, coded, tested, and implemented.

6. Participates in the development and implementation of goals and objectives as it relates to standards and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers standards and procedures while working with technical staff and other divisions and departments to identify and resolve inefficiencies.

7. Attends and participates in professional group meetings, workshops, conferences, trade shows and seminars; disseminates relevant technology information to management and ITS staff; stays current and maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the field of information technology, process analysis, and implementation; incorporates new developments as appropriate.

8. Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; makes recommendations, within department policy, to increase efficiency and effectiveness of appropriate services and processes.

9. Establishes and monitors systems security measures and procedures related to assigned projects.

10. Serves on a variety of District committees; prepares and presents project reports, as needed.

11. Provides input in the development of the annual budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for projects, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and recommends expenditures.

12. Provides training on software features or enhancements; optimizes use of current operational services and administrative information systems.

13. Performs related duties that support the overall objective of the position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required above knowledge and abilities is qualifying. Examples of ways to obtain the above knowledge and abilities could include, but are not limited to, the following:

Education/Training

• Two years of college with major course work in management information systems, computer science, project management, or a related field.

• Industry certifications in project management may substitute for some education.

Experience

• Four years of increasingly responsible systems analysis and project facilitation experience, including two years of administrative responsibility.



QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

• Methods and techniques of project management and control, information systems development and process analysis.

• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of information systems analysis, programming functions, and electronic data processing systems.

• Principles and practices of software development and administration and systems analysis, design, development, implementation, and maintenance.

• Principles and practices of budget preparation.

• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations that may impact projects.

• English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.

Ability to:

• Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive software analysis program, including systems analysis, design, development, and implementation.

• Participate in the development and administration of goals, objectives, and procedures, including analysis of problems, solutions, and consequences.

• Prepare administrative and financial reports.

• Develop effective system maintenance procedures.

• Research, analyze, and evaluate new and existing service delivery methods and techniques.

• Plan and organize work to meet schedules and changing deadlines.

• Perform basic record keeping functions.

• Utilize office procedures, methods, and equipment, including computers, technology, and applicable software applications sufficiently to perform the duties of the classification, including the District’s Banner Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.

• Maintain confidentiality of information.

• Follow oral and written directions.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Work independently and collaboratively.

• Apply District policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally walk, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination, including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

WHY SIERRA?

• One of Aspen Institute’s Top 150 Community Colleges in the nation
• The Accrediting Commission recognized Sierra “for its exemplary practice of providing personnel with opportunities for continued professional development in order to meet its mission.” This includes providing students and employees with a robust set of programs, events, and conferences related to equity-mindedness and supporting the success of our students, etc.
• Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS)
• 18 paid holidays (including extended time off during the winter break)
• 12 accrued paid vacation days per year (vacation accrual increases over time)
• Competitive benefits package
• Flexible work schedules may be available
• Currently during summers, some employee groups participate in 4x10 schedules
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (in most cases)

Sierra College is a Community College located near Sacramento, California where a heavy emphasis is placed on academic excellence and student success. Since its founding in 1936, Sierra College has focused on quality instruction and meeting the evolving needs of the students and communities that it serves. The Sierra Community College District covers more than 3,200 square miles and serves the Northern California foothill counties of Placer and Nevada, as well as parts of El Dorado and Sacramento. We serve over 17,000 students throughout the region in both on-ground and online courses, including students at our main Rocklin Campus as well as at two centers located in Grass Valley and Tahoe/Truckee. Our District prides itself on academic excellence.

Sierra College has a strong commitment to the achievement of equity and inclusion among its faculty, staff, and students and values the rich, diverse backgrounds that make up the campus community. A strong candidate for this position must demonstrate a profound understanding of and experience with successfully supporting individuals with varying backgrounds. This includes persons with disabilities, various gender identities and sexual orientations, as well as individuals from historically underrepresented communities and other groups. Our District is committed to providing strategies for success and proactive student-centered practices and policies focused on eliminating equity gaps to ensure the District provides an inclusive educational and employment environment focused on strategies for success and equitable outcomes for all.

As an institution, Sierra College is committed to eliminating the equity gap in all student populations with dynamic, learner-centered practices and policies that fully engage the college community. The ideal candidate will share the College’s commitment to helping its racially and socioeconomically diverse students succeed in their degree and career objectives. Currently, Sierra College enrolls 17,800 students per term, where approximately: 23% of Sierra College’s students are Latin(o)(a)(x)(e), 3% are African-American/Black, 2% are Filipino, 6% are Asian, 1% are American Indian/Alaskan Native, 8% are Multiethnic and 55% are White.

The successful candidate will join a College dedicated to the use of culturally responsive strategies and methods that meet the varying needs of our students, faculty, staff, and surrounding community. Sierra College demonstrates its commitment to equity by supporting ongoing professional development for students, faculty, and staff. These opportunities include trainings and workshops on equity and inclusion, active Academic Senate standing committees concerned with student success and equity, a Presidential Equity Advisory Committee (PEAC), culturally responsive student engagement centers, support for our undocumented and AB540 students, campus-wide equity summits, a robust set of programs, events, and conferences related to equity-mindedness and supporting the success of our diverse students.

Need Help With Your Online Account?

• Use the online Help Guide or contact the NEOED Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 if you need assistance with your online applicant account.
• Applicant Support is available between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@sierracollege.edu .

Helpful Tip:

Please note that as described above a strong candidate for this position must demonstrate a profound understanding of and experience with successfully supporting individuals with varying backgrounds; and therefore, hiring committees assess candidates for these knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Applicants may want to consider incorporating culturally-inclusive/equity-minded strategies practiced and/or evidence of the responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, socioeconomic, and cultural diversity of community college student populations throughout their application materials (including application and documents uploaded, if any).

Please see the Sierra College website for additional helpful tips and tools for prospective applicants .

Travel expenses may be partially reimbursed for candidates traveling beyond a 150 mile radius for second round interviews. All other travel expenses will be borne by the candidate (if in person interviews).

Key Information Regarding Our Hiring Process

Hiring Subject to Board of Trustees Approval

Please note that all new hires require approval from our Board of Trustees during one of their public meetings. Official hire dates will follow this approval. More information about the Board of Trustees and their meetings can be found at https://www.sierracollege.edu/administration/board-of-trustees/ .

H1B1 Visa Sponsorship Not Available

At this time, we do not offer H1B1 visa sponsorship for new employees.

Terms and Conditions of Employment:

Other terms and conditions of employment are specified in the applicable collective bargaining agreements on file in the District Human Resources Department. Position description of record on file in the Human Resources Department.

*Sierra Community College District currently operates campuses in Rocklin, Truckee and Grass Valley. In its management of a multi-campus environment, the District reserves right of assignment including the right to change assignment locations and shift assignments based on District need. Although this position may currently reside at the Rocklin campus, the assignment location may be subject to change as needed. Additionally, the district reserves the right to cancel, revise or re-announce this position as well as any and all positions at any time.

EEO / TITLE IX EMPLOYER

Sierra College is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination and the achievement of diversity and equity among its faculty, staff, and students.

Persons with inquiries about the application of Title IX and/or EEO may contact the Director of Diversity, EEO & Title IX (Title IX Coordinator) at the address below, at (916) 660-7006 or via email at EEOT9@sierracollege.edu .

Persons with questions regarding reasonable accommodation of physical and other disabilities should contact the Sierra College Human Resources Department at (916) 660-7105.

If you have limitations hearing or speaking, the State of California offers a specially-trained Communications Assistant (CA) that can relay telephone conversations for all of your calls. Dial 711 to reach the California Relay Service (CRS). Dialing 711 is for everyone, not just those who have difficulty hearing on a standard phone. If you prefer having your calls immediately answered in your mode of communication, dial one of the toll-free modality and language-specific numbers below. The call will be routed to the CRS provider.

TTY/VCO/HCO to Voice

English 1-800-735-2929

Spanish 1-800-855-3000

Voice to TTY/VCO/HCO

English 1-800-735-2922

Spanish 1-800-855-3000

From or to Speech-to- Speech

English & Spanish 1-800-854-7784

Closing Date/Time: Sun, 04 Jan 2026

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