Creating a Position in Oracle Fusion involves setting up a job role within the organizational structure. Positions in Oracle Fusion help define reporting relationships, job requirements, and other key details associated with the role. Here is a step-by-step guide to creating a position in Oracle Fusion:
1. Log in to Oracle Fusion:
- Log into Oracle Fusion Applications using your credentials.
2. Navigate to Workforce Structures:
- In the Navigator, go to the My Client Groups tab.
- Under the Workforce Structures section, click on Positions.
3. Create a New Position:
- In the Manage Positions screen, click on the Create button.
- A position creation page will appear where you can define the new position.
4. Enter Basic Position Details:
- Fill in the necessary fields:
- Name: Enter the name of the position (e.g., “Marketing Manager”).
- Business Unit: Select the business unit this position will be associated with.
- Department: Choose the department where the position will belong (e.g., “Marketing”).
- Job: Choose the job role associated with the position (e.g., “Marketing”).
- Position Code: Assign a unique code for the position.
5. Set the Effective Date:
- Define the Effective Start Date when this position will become active. You can also specify an End Date if the position is temporary.
6. Position Details:
- Define the following:
- Hiring Status: Set the status as Active if the position is currently open to be filled.
- Position Type: Specify whether it is a regular, contingent worker, or temporary position.
- Grade: If your organization uses grades, assign an appropriate Grade to the position.
7. Position Reporting Structure (Managerial Hierarchy):
- In the Reports To field, specify the position to which this role will report (e.g., “Director of Marketing”).
- This step defines the reporting structure and hierarchy for the position within the organization.
8. Position Requirements (Optional):
- You can add Skills, Qualifications, or Certifications that are required for the position.
- These fields are optional but help in defining the role’s expectations clearly.
9. Location and Work Conditions:
- Specify the Work Location where the position is based.
- Define Full-Time/Part-Time status and other work conditions as needed.
10. FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) and Headcount:
- Set the FTE value to represent the proportion of full-time work this position represents (e.g., 1.0 for full-time, 0.5 for half-time).
- Define the Headcount for this position if applicable.
11. Position Synchronization:
- Choose whether you want to synchronize the position with job changes. This feature ensures that any updates to the job structure are reflected in the position.
12. Review and Save:
- Review the details entered for the position. If everything is accurate, click on Submit or Save and Close to finalize the creation of the position.
13. Approval (If Applicable):
- Depending on your organization’s workflow, the new position might need approval from HR or management before it is active.
Additional Considerations:
- Security Role Assignments: Ensure that the right security roles are assigned to users responsible for managing or hiring for this position.
- Position Hierarchies: The position you create will be part of the organizational hierarchy, so make sure to correctly assign reporting relationships.
- Position Control: In organizations with strict headcount management, you may need to monitor the creation of positions against available budget or workforce planning.
By following these steps, you can successfully create a new position in Oracle Fusion, aligning it with the business structure and ensuring it reflects the right organizational requirements.
Field Description
Position Responsibility Responsibilities that are required for the position.
Position Qualifications Qualifications that are required of the people in the position.
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