Oracle HCM Cloud System Architect
THE OPPORTUNITY
Total Systems Solutions Consulting Inc. https://totalsystems.ca is seeking an Oracle HCM Cloud System Architect to work for our public sector client BC Transit in the Province of British Columbia. This is a part-time hybrid position, and the successful candidate will be expected to work in the Greater Victoria Area or Vancouver Area periodically.
The anticipated term of this opportunity is from an available start date of July 22, 2024 for up to 18 months.
Background
BC Transit is seeking an accomplished Oracle Cloud Human Capital Management (HCM) Cloud System Architect to play a pivotal role in our HRIS (Human Resource Information System) transformation project. You will utilize your expertise to enhance and support the decision- making process as BC Transit implements a new Oracle Cloud HCM solution.
The People & Culture CORE (PCC) project aims to transform and modernize the service delivery for Payroll, Core HR, Benefits and Time Management functions by implementing Oracle HCM Cloud. The new solution will deliver comprehensive functionalities to centralize People & Culture (P&C) data, optimize processes, offer relevant user-friendly features, and execute effective controls to support cybersecurity and data privacy compliance. The project has recently completed a competitive procurement process, and Oracle HCM Cloud has been identified as the lead software solution.
The project is currently in the planning and design stage of implementation. The implementation phase is expected to conclude within eighteen (18) months, and BC Transit is requiring part- time engagement.
Role Description
Reporting directly to the Project Manager, this role involves close collaboration with functional and technical project teams to provide guidance and support as a subject matter expert to drive process optimization and ensure meticulous implementation that aligns with Oracle HCM best practices while catering to BC Transit’s specific needs.
As an integral member of the core project team, we seek a resourceful problem solver who exhibits persistence in identifying and implementing creative solutions. You thrive in a collaborative environment, appreciating the engagement of a highly skilled team and leveraging each member's strengths and expertise to achieve remarkable outcomes collectively. Embracing healthy debate with a commitment to resolution, you understand that diversity in thought is the catalyst for generating the most effective solutions tailored to the unique needs of BC Transit. This is a hybrid position, and the successful candidate will be located in either the Greater Victoria Area or the Greater Vancouver Area.
Key Responsibilities
Your responsibilities require, but are not limited to, the following:
- Collaborate with stakeholders to thoroughly analyze and comprehend business requirements, effectively aligning them with the functionalities offered by Oracle HCM Cloud Fusion.
- Engage in Functional/Technical Design Workshops to verify the application of industry best practices.
- Provide specialized guidance for process optimization following Oracle Cloud's best practices, while considering BC Transit's specific requirements.
- Enable the execution of functional and technical tasks to achieve project transformation objectives and milestones.
- Work closely with both functional business and technical teams to bridge communication gaps and foster a unified project environment.
- Verify that decisions adhere to overarching business goals, Oracle Best Practices, and user needs.
- Assist in the data migration process, guaranteeing the smooth transfer of pertinent data to Oracle HCM Cloud.
- Work alongside the implementation partner to ensure system configurations adhere to established standards.
- Collaborate with the team and guide the preparation of validation scripts, testing scenarios, and supervise the development of test scripts for Oracle HCM Cloud projects
- Supervise the quality assurance process for both functional and technical deliverables.
- Identify risks proactively and collaborate with the project team and implementation partner to address issues or obstacles.
- Consistently provide updates on progress, challenges, and accomplishments to the Lead Project Manager.
- Escalate critical issues to the Lead Project Manager for timely resolution.
- Contribute to the creation of project status updates for stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in technical processes and configurations.
- Provide recommendations for enhancing system performance and user experience.Qualifications
The Oracle HCM Architect for this project will have:
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, sciences, engineering, human resources,
or other related field and/ or 10 + years of related work experience.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience within the last 15 years implementing some combination of Oracle Fusion HCM modules such as CoreHR, Compensation, Time & Labour, Absence Management, Payroll, Benefits and Recruitment.
- Minimum of 3 successfully delivered full implementation of Oracle Fusion HCM Cloud as functional lead Architect or similar roles
- Must have hands-on experience with payroll and human capital management systems
- Must have Oracle Fusion HCM Processes and System knowledge
- Experience in HCM Extracts, Oracle Fusion Cloud data loaders (HDL and spreadsheet loader), BI Publisher and OCI integration services
- Proven analytical skills and systematic problem-solving.
- Ability to develop new ideas and conceptualize new approaches and solutions
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience reporting to senior leadership
- A demonstrated ability to manage, mentor and collaborate with more junior staff
- Must have an Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management Certification
- Must have experience implementing large software projects in a large, unionized organization (500+ employees) in the public sector, preferably with crown corporations.
- Must have experience collaborating on business process enhancements.
- Nice to have a Payroll Certification (CPP, FPC, CPM etc.)
- Nice to have a project management certification (PMP or Prince2)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $80.00 per hour
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Where on your resume within the last 15 years implementing some combination of Oracle Fusion HCM modules.
Education:
Experience:
- worked as a solution architect in large orgarnizations: 3 years (Preferred)
- Oracle Fusion HCM Modules: 5 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- PCP Certification (Preferred)
- Payroll Certification(CPP, FPC, CPM) or equivalent (Preferred)
- Payroll Certification(CPP, FPC, CPM) (Preferred)
Work Location: In person