The University of Connecticut Information Technology Services is seeking a proactive individual with strong organizational, communications and technical skills to provide information systems analysis, design and support for the Learning Management System at UConn (HuskyCT).

The successful candidate must have a very well rounded set of technical skills and experience which include application administration and new product/feature implementations. The candidate must work successfully with teammates and have the ability to work independently, as well, to advance initiatives forward.

The University of Connecticut has been named the top public university in New England for over a decade and is ranked among the top public universities in the nation. The University of Connecticut is also a Carnegie Foundation Research University, a prestigious honor shared by only the nation's top higher education institutions.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide Application Administration for Learning Management System

• Work with areas within UITS as well as the academic side to assure application requirements are met

• Analyze and design solutions to meet the business requirements

• Author comprehensive testing plans for upgrades and customizations

• Produce detailed and accurate documentation related to assigned tasks

• Assist in all duties required for production maintenance and pre- and post- upgrade testing

• Perform various other duties, as required

• Be detail-oriented, self-motivated and problem-solver

  Minimum Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and/or related discipline or equivalent combination of training and experience

• Experience with Oracle database concepts and SQL programming.

• Experience with developing Shell scripts in Linux/Unix servers.

• Experience with XML

• Experience developing written documentation and operating instructions.

• Excellent written and communication skills and interpersonal skills.

• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• The ability to work with a diverse user community.

• Knowledge of Perl or Python or similar programming languages.

  Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

1. Experience with administration of an enterprise application system.

2. Demonstrated ability to manage large or complex projects to achieve timely, successful completion.

3. Experience with database data analytics via SQL tools

4. Experience with creating advanced reports

APPOINTMENT TERMS: 

This is a full-time, permanent position. The University offers a competitive salary of $72,341 for a 35 hour work week, outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition reimbursement at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment.  For additional information regarding benefits visit: http://www.hr.uconn.edu/benefits/nebe.html

For additional information about the University visit: http://www.uconn.edu/ and for detailed position information and the job description visit: http://uitsjobs.uconn.edu/.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested candidates should submit a letter of application and resume that demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications and any preferred qualifications you may have for this position, and a list of contact information, including phone numbers for three professional references.  Please apply on-line using the University’s Husky Hire applicant system at http://jobs.uconn.edu.  Please reference search 2015260. Screening will begin immediately.

The University of Connecticut is EEO/AA employer and in keeping with our commitment to build a culturally diverse community, the University of Connecticut invites applications from women, people with disabilities and members of minority groups.