Position Function:
Define systems, program, and job flow specifications and produce efficient programs and operational procedures to satisfy client requests. Design and implement modifications to the interrelation of databases, files and records within programs in consultation with higher-level staff.
Salary Grade: 15
Please see Staff Compensation Structure for salary ranges.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Analyze technical and functional application specifications.
2. Design program logic to meet technical and functional specifications.
3. Establish file requirements and processing routines.
4. Design, code, and test application software, as well as modifies existing software to reflect changes in system requirements or hardware configuration.
5. Code efficiently adhering to established programming standards.
6. Prepare and maintain quality documentation to manage program development and revisions.
7. Complete assigned tasks meeting deadlines.
8. Perform problem determination and analysis.
9. Respond to and solve problems.
10. Prepare instructions and user documentation for users / operators.
11. Modify programs to increase operating efficiency.
12. Respond to changes in work processes.
13. Prepare test data and validate software for accuracy.
14. Establish and maintain effective communications with clients and staff.
15. Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field and one year of experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Working knowledge of Unix, strong programming skills, experience with a relational data base management system (preferably Oracle), and demonstrated ability to assume responsibility for supporting multiple systems. Excellent interpersonal skills, personal initiative, demonstrated ability to perform with professionalism and produce quality, reliable results.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• No or very limited physical effort required.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
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