University of South Carolina is hiring a System Business Data Analyst. The role involves administering technical support for PeopleSoft in the Purchasing Department, developing data standards, documenting procedures, and maintaining the department's web presence while analyzing business needs and providing technical solutions.
Highlights
Administers PeopleSoft technical support for the Purchasing Department.
Develops data standards and documents systemwide procedures.
Analyzes business requirements and translates them into functional specifications.
Acts as PeopleSoft administrator, providing training and developing processes for business managers.
Coordinates with technical support and serves as liaison to Controller’s Office for issue resolution.
Requires proficiency in PeopleSoft and strong analytical and decision-making skills.
Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree in related field plus one year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree with five years procurement or supply experience.
Starting salary: $54,165 with salary commensurate with qualifications.
Works within the Division of Administration and Finance, Purchasing and Central Supply Department.
This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are all being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by August 5, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Logo | Posting Number | STA00474PO25 Job Family | Information Technology Job Function | Business Data Analysis USC Market Title | IT Business Data Analyst Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133168 Job Level | P1 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) | System Business Data Analyst Campus | Columbia Work County | Richland College/Division | Division of Administration and Finance Department | DAF Purchasing and Central Supply State Pay Band | 6 Approved Starting Salary | $54,165 Advertised Salary Range | $54,165 - Salary commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC Part/Full Time | Full Time Hours per Week | 37.5 Work Schedule | USC’s standard office hours are 8:30am – 5:00pm.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Basis | 12 months Job Search Category | Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | Administers the technical support of PeopleSoft for Purchasing. Develops data standards and documents procedures systemwide. Serves as the first level staff for the administration of PeopleSoft in the Purchasing Department. Responsible for maintaining and updating the web presence for department. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials | Preferred Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree and 5 years procurement or supply experience. Must have the ability to work under minimum or limited supervision. Must be able to make sound decisions under stressful conditions. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Capable of working harmoniously with a diverse group of people. Good analytical ability and decision making skills.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Gathers, compiles, and synthesizes information for technology processes or systems for the Purchasing Department. Makes recommendations or assists in making recommendations or development or enhancement of existing management system, Peoplesoft. Analyzes business user needs to assess technical feasibility and solutions to assist the internal department as well as business community. Translates business requirements into functional specifications. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Assists with development of technical designs, specifications, and options for technical solutions for the Purchasing Department. Assists with analyzing current processes and procedures to create future configurations which lead to gains in efficiency and cost savings to the University. May serve as a subject matter expert associated with content, processes, and procedures related to the current management system, Peoplesoft. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Represents the Purchasing Department in any technical support meetings; coordinates with PeopleSoft technical support to troubleshoot and resolve issues with the PeopleSoft system. Acts as liaison with the Controller’s Office for any required corrections, i.e. assets, cost centers; ensures that any match exceptions related to Purchasing are investigated and successfully resolved. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 15Job Duty | Designated as the PeopleSoft administrator for Purchasing; provides technical consulting and training to end users; develops processes related to PeopleSoft administration for Business Managers; identifies and implements contracts for punch-out capabilities in PeopleSoft. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 40
Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No Hazardous weather category | Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 Desired Start Date | 08/01/2025 Job Open Date | 06/12/2025 Job Close Date | 08/05/2025 Open Until Filled | No Special Instructions to Applicant | This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are all being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by August 5, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/188947 EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
Yes
No
* Do you have the ability to provide effective customer service, establish working relationships with all customers and vendors; and to communicate effectively?
Yes
No
* Do you have established quantitative research skills, expertise in analysis of data, excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work independently and with collaborators?
Yes
No
* Provide details about your experience in MS Office and developing and utilizing forms in MS Access and spreadsheets in MS Excel to provide solutions to load, maintain and report data. (Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
Letter of Recommendation 1
Letter of Recommendation 2
Letter of Recommendation 3
Other Supporting Documents
Research Portfolio
Writing Sample(s)/Sample Publications
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