Developer: Competition #114
An Internal/External Posting in the PPWC Employee Group.
Castlegar, Nelson
Posted:
Friday, June 29, 2018
Closes: Friday, July 06, 2018
Reporting to the IT Manager, Applications & Operations and utilizing a service excellence approach, the Developer supports the institution’s Enterprise software, for the Finance, HR/Payroll, and Student business units. The Developer is an experienced programmer with an in-depth understanding of programming languages and practices. Working within the IT Services team, the Developer possess’ a foundational understanding of software development and methodologies who works as part of a team to implement and troubleshoot enterprise systems. The Developer consults with both business units and owners to identify and implement solutions and enhancements for information system problems and plans for the evolution of the College’s information systems.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Develops and supports software applications by:
- Leading or participating in teams; they work on small to large-scale information technology projects
- Designing, configuring, updating and troubleshooting Enterprise applications and sub-systems in a highly complex, multi-platform and multi-operating system environment
- Programming in a variety of languages: PL SQL/SQL / ASP /Java /.NET / Javascript
- Consulting with clients to gather business requirements and investigate, troubleshoot issues and develop solutions for Enterprise applications and software requiring development
- Responding to requests for service, providing appropriate resolutions and maintaining change processes including documentation of decisions and resolutions prescribed
- Research, test, building and deploying solutions to address Enterprise application problems and needs
- Creating and maintaining accurate and concise documentation related to the development, installation, configuration and maintenance of all supported systems
- Manage, control and communicate changes to Enterprise Systems including Maintenance window scheduling working in coordination with the Enterprise Application manager
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Strong abilities in developing and supporting software solutions in mixed OS environments
- Exposure to web based application environments and reporting, advanced text manipulation, and SQL scripting skills
- Demonstrated success as a team member that can also function at a high level autonomously with strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Able to produce and maintain high quality technical documentation
- Able to conduct research, produce reports and make recommendations as required
- Able to thrive in a high-pressure environment that requires proficiency in prioritizing, and meeting tight deadlines
- Ability to quickly gain an understanding of complex business rules
- Able to effectively communicate with non-technical clients
- Has an awareness of IT security and application security measures and best practices
- Demonstrated proficiency in Oracle or MSQL based application development
- Additional demonstrated proficiency in other relevant development languages with fluency in SQL and PLSQL desired
Education and Experience
- Successful completion of a BSc Degree in Computer Science with three years of directly related experience; or, a two-year diploma in Computer Information Systems (with certification in the Oracle Database Administrator Certified Associate or MS Certified Solution Associate: SQL Server) with a minimum of 5 years of directly related experience
- Keen desire to learn and evolve their technical skills is core to this person’s goals and ambitions
This is regular full time position beginning as soon as possible. The salary for this position is Pay Grade 12 at $30.90 per hour plus benefits (subject to JE review) in accordance with the PPWC Collective Agreement.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Friday, July 06, 2018.