BASIC FUNCTION

Provide oversight for programming standards, development, security, maintenance, technical implementation services and production support for finance and administrative systems of the institution.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Minimum 12 years of experience as a Programmer/Analyst or Technical Specialist in PeopleSoft required. Minimum 12 years of programmer/analyst experience with the set of tools specified in Knowledge/Skills Requirements section required. Must have strong knowledge of SQL, ERP application development and integration with third-party providers required. Knowledge of SharePoint and/or workflow applications required.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Strong knowledge of development ERP development tools (PeopleSoft preferred) and technical experience with SharePoint and/or SQL Server development and workflow applications.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and understanding of databases.
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project).
• Strong analytical skills; ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.
• Experience and understanding of business processes and how they are carried out in systems.
• Ability and willingness to learn new tools and technologies and “wear different hats” in a small IT environment.
• Excellent customer relations skills and attention to details.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage time effectively.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter with professional attitude and the ability to work in a team environment.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

50% Application Development

• Develop, upgrade and implement new enhancements and integrations with existing applications.
• Review functional specifications for completeness and technical level of effort.
• Perform technical designs and specifications for data conversions, reports, queries, integrations, interfaces, SQL scripts, and online customizations.
• Develop and unit test custom application code and modifications.
• Configure, develop and modify SharePoint applications.
• Be well versed in diverse technologies such as SQL Server, ERP application development tools, SharePoint development and workflow tools.
• Evaluate and recommend technical solutions that meet business requirements.

20% Technical Coordination

• Provide coaching and mentoring to junior developers and/or analysts.
• Resolve, track and keep abreast of recommended application patches and upgrade requirements
• Maintain and track key development objects and migration requests.
• Assist in release planning, reviewing, coordinating of migrations/changes to all finance and administrative applications.
• Assist and liaise with other departments and third party vendors with technical issues and/or business processes.

20% Application Maintenance

• Maintain applications by providing production support and troubleshooting to users including tracking and monitoring issues in service desk incident management system.
• Assist in the creation and modification of new and existing reports, queries to monitor data and output regularly.
• Perform research recommended patches to resolve issues and/or provide additional functionality.
• Update and maintain technical documentation as necessary.
• Document issues and resolutions for future reference.

10% Administration

• Keeps abreast of developments in computer hardware and software technology including application security.
• Be knowledgeable of industry trends in third-party application tools that integrate with Raiser’s Edge, SharePoint, PeopleSoft Financials and/or PeopleSoft HCM.
• Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications for the position will be considered. Successful completion of a background investigation is required for employment in this position. Brookings welcomes resumes from all qualified applicants, particularly women and minorities. No phone calls and no employment agencies please.