Description
Application Support Services within Information Technologies is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) Specialist.
his position reports to the Manager, Applications, in Information Technologies in the portfolio of Director, IT Solutions and Service Delivery. This team is responsible for all aspects of technical systems required by the University to meet business requirements.
The EPM Specialist is primarily responsible for providing technical expertise in the development, architecture and sustainment of the University of Calgary's implementation of Oracle's EPM Cloud and integrations. This position is also responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of delivery and development activities, defining and reporting on work plans, evaluating progress, ensuring quality deliverables and making recommendations to the Manager, Applications on resourcing requirements.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
Leadership
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Full managerial discretion for direct reports, up to and including discipline or termination
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Manage project and sustainment task assignments to team as required.
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Manage and enforce appropriate technical design and/or development standards consulting the Manager, Applications when necessary.
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Mentor and collaborate with the technical staff to mature capabilities and ensure best practices.
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Identify, recognize and document opportunities for process improvement carried out by the team.
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Advise team members on proper operational procedures and guidelines.
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Continually show leadership in customer service and application development.
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Ensure all standards and policies are communicated and adhered to.
Development and Maintenance
- Development, administration, and maintenance of the UCalgary Budget and Forecast in Oracle's EPM Cloud.
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EPM application security design and access management.
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Script creation and enhancement for automating calculations, data refreshes and interfaces.
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Troubleshoot data issues in Forms and Smartview.
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Consult with a largely dispersed, cross-functional client group and other IT professionals to define and document solution requirements.
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Provide sound technical solutions to business problems, based on industry best practice.
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Work with business partners and staff in other IT teams to effectively resolve technical incidents or problems.
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Support project planning by providing technical analysis support and estimations.
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Design and document solution approach, architecture, visual mockups and flow, database schemas, and interfaces.
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Collaborate with other team members to implement and document solutions using various technical tools, frameworks, libraries and services.
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Collaborate with Architecture team and Security team to ensure solutions adhere to recommended standards and align with organizational roadmaps.
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Deploy and verify functioning solutions and changes in production.
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Proactively investigate and stay current with software development tools, techniques and emerging technologies.
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Develop and maintain a broad understanding of the University and its organization structure, policies, practices, processes and systems.
Client Services
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Demonstrate good comprehension of the UCIT Application Development service.
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Provide technical solutions to business problems for faculties, departments and units on campus.
Communication and Relationships
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Demonstrate friendly, complete, competent customer service and support at all times in all situations.
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Demonstrate a willingness to participate in Team environment for information, skills and knowledge sharing.
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Demonstrate a willingness to keep technical knowledge current.
Project Management
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Show a willingness to provide input to strategic planning for the application delivery, development and support, to ensure that the level of service is constantly improving.
Qualifications / Requirements:
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Undergraduate Degree in Computing Science or recognized technical certification.
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5 years working experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), budgeting, planning, or management reporting.
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5-7 years in development experience in Oracle Hyperion or Oracle EPM Cloud.
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Minimum of 7 years in business analysis, technical analysis and project management functions.
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Well-rounded knowledge of all aspects of systems architecture from both a technical and functional perspective.
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Proven progressive experience designing and building solutions using various software development methodologies.
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Experience in leading cross-functional project teams.
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Highly professional team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
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Ability to communicate effectively with business and IT professionals at all levels and translate business requirements into technical specifications.
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Highly proficient in the use of project management, requirements analysis, technical design, development and testing techniques and tools.
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Ability to communicate effectively with business and IT professionals at all levels.
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Excellent verbal and written communications skills including the ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
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Experience working collaboratively with other developers, technical analysts, business analysts and operational staff.
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Demonstrated problem solving skills. Proven abilities in resolving problems quickly and efficiently sometimes under pressure.
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Knowledge and experience working in a post-secondary environment is an asset.
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ITIL and PM certification is an asset.
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Technology specific qualifications include:
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Proficiency in EPM Groovy Script, Essbase Calc Scripts, Business Rules.
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Proficiency in DRM (Data Relationship Management), FDMEE (Financial Data Management) and Data Exchange.
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Proficiency in Essbase/Planning Administration.
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ASO (Aggregate Storage Option) / BSO (Block Storage Option) cube maintenance and outline design.
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Well-rounded knowledge of Windows IIS and Windows Services.
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Well-rounded knowledge of Window Servers and RHEL administration fundamentals.
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Well-rounded knowledge of system networking.
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Well-rounded knowledge of all aspects of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements elicitation, architecture, solution design, development, integration, testing, deployment, and support.
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Familiar with software development methodologies, usability best practices, prototyping, testing frameworks, and basic project management principles.
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Experience with the .NET framework, SQL Server and design/architectural patterns (e.g. Model-View-Controller (MVC)).
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Well-rounded knowledge of other common Web Server software such as Apache / Tomcat is an asset.
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Experience with VM is an asset.
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Exposure to development frameworks and methods, such as Microsoft .Net, MVC, Object Oriented Programming, Unit Testing, Web Services, Client-Server Architecture, JavaScript Frameworks, and other leading web technologies.
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Experience with database schemas and designs using relational databases and object relational mappings, such as MS SQL and NHibernate is an asset.
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Experience as a .NET Developer or Application Developer is an asset.
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Demonstrate the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks of varying complexity and to work autonomously and under pressure, as required.
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Requires a general knowledge of the culture and operating procedures of the University of Calgary.
Application Deadline: August 11, 2026
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit.
For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
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