Integrations & Automation Developer

Department: ITS

Location: Jerry Sue Thornton Center

Reports To: Exec Dir Enterprise Application Services

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID: req6891

Employment Type: Administration and Professionals

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: M-F, 8:30am-5pm

Number of Openings: 1

Job Description:

SUMMARY

Designs,
builds and supports custom applications to facilitate both administrative and
academic functions at the College. Responsible for developing testing plans and
code documentation, participating in code reviews, and leveraging new
technologies to enhance the student, faculty and staff experience.

ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS

Partners closely with end-users to obtain solution requirements prior to development activities.
Designs and implements web applications in a variety of languages (C#/.NET, Java, Groovy, etc.) that interact with database back-ends (Oracle, MS SQL Server, etc.), SharePoint lists, and authentication services (CAS, LDAP / AD, etc.).
Designs and implements integration applications in a variety of languages (C#, Java, Groovy, React, Node.JS, etc.) that interact with database back-ends (Oracle, MS SQL Server, etc.) and web services to perform batch-like activities.
Designs and implements online forms, and associated back-end user interfaces, as needed.
Develops testing plans and actively participates in code reviews.
Identifies new development opportunities to improve operational efficiencies.
Provides analysis, consultation, and recommendations to project teams, especially as they relate to the need for custom development.
Responds to, investigates and resolves issues reported by end-users for all custom solutions.
Develops and maintains code documentation, including troubleshooting guides and user guides.
Updates the associated application architecture diagrams as environmental changes are made.
Monitors and optimizes the performance of all custom solutions.
Maintains and upgrades custom solutions as necessary, especially to address security issues and browser incompatibility; cross-trains team members to ensure support continuity.
Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION
AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

Bachelor’s degree in I.T. or related field.
- (Significant related experience may substitute for education)
Minimum of six years of direct programming/integration experience.
Demonstrated experience making sound decisions that affect a work unit or team.
Demonstrated effectiveness in a role requiring dynamic and abstract problem-solving methods in adaptive situations.

KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS, and ABILITIES

Ability to effectively complete work assignments independently.
Possess comprehensive knowledge of programming theories, concepts and practices with the ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations as it pertains to the departmental focus.
Adept at learning new programming languages quickly with little oversight.
Demonstrated basic Visio skills for creating integration and workflow diagrams.
Demonstrated basic Project Management skills.
Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity.
Ability to collaborate, persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas on significant projects.
Ability to collaborate, negotiate and resolve conflicts on major projects.
Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and quality.
Possess strong organizational and time-management skills.
Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to foster a team environment and work collaboratively.
Ability to research and analyze issues and develop solutions.
Ability to work accurately with great attention to detail.
Possess excellent customer service skills and proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships.
Critical thinker with ability to identify and implement efficiencies within daily operations.
Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of students and the community.

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL
COMPETENCIES

Service Focus
Continuous Improvement
Quality of Work

VERY
IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

Communication
Adaptability

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

Collaboration
Time Utilization

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

Demonstrated basic experience with enterprise systems such as Ellucian Banner.
Demonstrated experience in writing SQL queries and developing views.
Experience with API development and RESTful web services.
Experience with automation tools and workflow engines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
(The demands described here are representative of
those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.)

The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment.
The work area is adequately lit, heated and ventilated.
Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type.However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.
Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite.

Target Starting Salary Range: $75,000 to $80,000
The final offer for the successful candidate is targeted to fall within this range but will be based upon an assessment of internal equity, the unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred job requirement(s). 

Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.