Product Owner - PeopleSoft Support & System Admin

Product Owner - PeopleSoft Support & System Admin

Salary Range- $105,000-$125,000 (Depending on qualifications)

Please note, we are not offering H-1B or Green Card sponsorship for this position.

The University of Minnesota is committed to fostering local talent through employment opportunities. While this position utilizes a hybrid modality, prospective applicants must be located either in the state of Minnesota or near the Wisconsin border or otherwise open to relocation.

Position Overview:
At the University of Minnesota, we are dedicated to changing lives through research, education, and outreach. The Office of Information Technology (OIT) - the University's central IT department - offers an environment of trust, collaboration, and mission-focused work. Join our team and help us make a positive difference to the University as an experienced Technical Product Owner.

The Office of Information Technology at the University of Minnesota is seeking an experienced Product Owner who will provide leadership of our business critical UMN Portal, Student Portal, Human Resources Systems, and Finance Systems. As a Product Owner they will own the infrastructure strategy, define product features, drive the system architecture, and spearhead the best practices that enable a quality product. Ideal candidates possess and can carry their knowledge into strategic conversations about the product, have the ability to work with users and technologists with varying levels of experience, and a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive, diverse and equitable environment built on trust, collaboration, and mission-focused work. The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with the Product Manager and stakeholders to drive the vision and roadmap for the product life cycle through an understanding of the present and future needs.
• Prepare and participate in Scaled Agile (SAFe) Program Increment Planning. Leverage customer insights for product vision, strategy, roadmap, and priorities. Act as the voice of the customer.
• Define stories and prioritize the team backlog to streamline the execution of committed objectives. Evaluate progress towards goals in each iteration.
• Work closely with the team to address daily prioritization needs, provide real-time feedback, and answer questions on an ongoing basis.
• Lead solution analysis and design meetings for system enhancements and/or critical production issues.
• Lead, plan, and execute moderate to complex technical projects.

Qualifications

*Please document qualifications on resume*

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS plus at least four years of experience, or master's degree plus at least two years of experience.
• Two years of experience as a Lead or Product Owner supporting Software or Infrastructure Teams.
• Demonstrated understanding of the modern technology stack.
• Demonstrated analytical skills and creative problem-solving skills with ability to translate data into digestible and actionable insights.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of DevOps with an understanding of how modern software is built, packaged, and deployed.
• Experience working in Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
• Holds Scrum Master certification.

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).