Job Details

Job Title

Application Developer

Location

Columbus State University

Job Details

Full Time Regular

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Department

Univ Info & Tech Services

Job Summary

This position is responsible for development, creating and modifying computer programs by converting project requirements into code. This position is also responsible for reporting and extracting data from the Ellucian Banner Student System and other database and enterprise applications. This individual will work within the Enterprise Software Team and report to the Manager of Enterprise Software.

Responsibilities

• Significant Duties & Responsibilities include: Reports directly to the Manager Enterprise Software; This position plays a key role supporting the Manager of Enterprise Software, ensuring key initiatives, strategies, understanding customer needs and challenges to fully leverage available technologies.
• Researches, designs, develops, and/or modifies enterprise-wide systems and third-party applications software and custom databases and software.
• Assist with quality assurance for all Enterprise Applications, processes, and databases.
• Assist reviewing and implementing software development in line with the university's strategic goals and initiatives.
• Program, test, debug, document, implement and provide pre and post-implementation support for application development, program enhancement, and/or third party software implementation and integration initiatives which directly or indirectly interface with the Ellucian Banner student records system.
• Provide guidance and support to the Manager of Enterprise Software and the Enterprise Software programmers on programming methodology and standards.
• Responsible to stay up to date with new technology in enterprise software, particularly within the Ellucian Banner Student Information System.
• Represent the U.I.T.S. department and university in professional meetings.
• Meet with the university's internal community such as faculty, staff and students, as needed, to determine specific technology needs for their operation(s) and the future direction the Ellucian Banner System should take.
• Provide recommendations and proposals to the Manager of Enterprise Software regarding new projects, and operational efficiency.
• Exceptional experience in data integrity, extraction, information security, and reporting within Ellucian Banner Student Information System.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications include: The individual should have a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in a technical-related field with 5 years or more experience in an advanced programming position in a university or college setting. In lieu of experience above we will accept an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Proposed Salary

The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $66,468 - $73,277 and includes full benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include: Solid knowledge in Enterprise Software Systems; Advanced knowledge of SQL Plus, SQL Navigator, or similar structure query language; Java, JavaScript, PHP, Python, C++, or similar object oriented programming language; Extensive Database design knowledge; Extensive experience and knowledge in Ellucian Banner Student Information System and Oracle Databases; Analyze code for problem resolution and performance optimization; Experience with technical project management; Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; Experience working in partnerships with other university personnel in a project team environment; Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service; Excellent communication and writing skills; Perform other departmental duties as assigned; Experience designing, developing, and deploying applications using Oracle APEX, including SQL, PL/SQL, and interactive reports/forms.

Preferred

Oracle Forms and Reports; Ellucian Banner Workflow; Evisions/ Argos Reporting Solution; Experience working in a university environment.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Keith Grier, Hiring Manager, via email at ...@columbusstate.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at a policy manual link. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at a policy link.

Institutional Values

• Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
• Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
• Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
• Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
• Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
• Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.*

For Faculty Hires

Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgement and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values and comply with policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position will not travel.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education

Special Applicant Instructions

Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us. The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.

To apply, visit the online portal. Note: The actual application URL is provided in the original posting.

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