Lead Technology Analyst (Systems Programmer/Analyst)

Description

Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) University Library (UL) is seeking a Lead Technology Analyst. This position works closely with fellow Operations Team members, as well as stakeholders throughout the organization, to insure the availability of digital information and resources to IUPUI students, faculty, staff, and library patrons. This individual: 1) provides experienced analysis and programming related to the design, development, and administration of library and university systems; 2) consults with stakeholders to define system requirements, problems, and proposals; 3) conducts detailed studies, presents detailed requirements/designs to the stakeholders, and obtains agreement and approval for proposed updates/changes. This position also prepares conversion and systems implementation plans and schedules and translates system design to detailed program specifications. They also research and stay up-to-date with new standards, tools, and emerging technology and services and makes recommendations for possible short-term, mid-term or long-term integration.

As the state’s premier urban research institution, IUPUI is committed to being a welcoming campus community that reflects and enacts the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion that inform academic excellence. IUPUI condemns racism in all its forms and has taken an anti-racist stance that moves beyond mere statements to re-examining its policies, procedures, and practices.

As part of the IUPUI campus, the University Library values diversity in the experience and backgrounds of our staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, disability status, or protected veteran status. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process may contact library administration.

The principal responsibilities of this position are to:

·       Provides experienced analysis and programming related to the design, development, and support of library systems, including writing various programs to interact with APIs, databases, and files.

·       Consults with stakeholder(s) to define system requirements, problems, and proposals; conducts detailed studies, develops and presents detailed requirements/designs to the stakeholder(s), and obtains agreement and approval for proposed updates/changes. 

·       Prepares conversion and systems implementation plans and schedules; translates system design to detailed program specifications.

·       Documents systems analysis and programming efforts (changes, new functionality, issue/problem resolution); performs system unit and integration testing and presents final test results to stakeholder(s) and/or leadership.

·       Researches and stays up-to-date with new standards, tools, and emerging technology and services and makes recommendations for possible short-term, mid-term or long-term integration.

·       Ensures that all protocols used in the design and programming of systems are up to date and compliant with university policies and standards.

·       Develop and maintain library external and internal websites, as well as various open-source software systems

·       Communicate with and train library staff about new and existing technologies

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or a related field, plus 2 or more years of experience in programming/analysis or related experience. Combinations of related education and experience may be considered.

·       Proficient communication skills

·       Maintains a high degree of professionalism

·       Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills

·       Demonstrates a high commitment to quality

·       Works collaboratively as a team-member

·       Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty

·       Experience with one or more programming language

·       Strong ability to read and write HTML, CSS, JS

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Experience with one or more web application framework

• Experience with LESS and/or SASS for CSS preprocessing
• Experience with HTML5 frameworks such as Bootstrap

·       Experience creating and managing relational databases

• Familiar with the open-source software

·       Familiar with code management and version control software

·       Familiar with Agile development

• Ability to integrate advanced protocol interfaces (API)

·       Understanding of Linux systems management

Compensation and Application:

This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position. Minimum compensation is $69,000 annually. Excellent benefits include 30 personal days and 10 paid holidays a year, health, dental, and life insurance options, plus enrollment in IU’s defined contribution retirement plan. All full-time staff members are also eligible for IU’s tuition benefit. This position is considered exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and in accordance with university policies, will not earn compensatory time for hours worked over standard 40-hour work week.

This position will be available no earlier than February 15, 2023. Priority given to applications received by January 31, 2023. To apply, visit https://jobs.iu.edu/. Please include a resumé and cover letter discussing your individual ability to contribute to effective management of technology infrastructure and web applications in the library environment and the strengths you will bring to the position. Questions regarding interview accommodations, the position, or the application process should be directed to Joycelynn Marshall, University Library Human Resources Coordinator, at the following email address: jomoakle@iupui.edu.