Application Developer I

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids, IA     Full Time
JOB GOAL:

To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Responsibilities include:

  • application design, programming and development in a proprietary software language
  • testing and deployment of computer software related to the college’s ERP system (Colleague)
  • working on small developer-led software development projects and small enhancements to existing production code (projects less than 400 hours)
  • working on all types of operational support activities
  • working on service request and incident tickets
  • debugging, troubleshooting and root cause analysis
  • system configuration
  • security access requests
  • following the change management process
  • system maintenance activities
  • system testing and regression testing assistance
  • assist with software rollout to customers
  • technical documentation creation and/or modification 
  • sending compliance-based communications to staff and students

The Application Developer must be self-directed, organized, customer focused, extremely attentive to details, team oriented, and should be a self-starter who can work with minimal supervision. The role requires strong verbal and written communication skills with both technical and nontechnical audiences. 

The typical work schedule for this position will be Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:  

  • Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence. 
  • Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.  
  • Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.  
  • Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.  
  • Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence. 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Serve as second level support for all platforms supported by the Application Development & Support Team.
  • Software development and maintenance across different platforms.
  • Support existing features within the College’s ERP system, Ellucian Colleague.
  • Implement and support third party software that integrates with the College’s ERP system.
  • Troubleshoot, debug and problem solve.
  • Assist with software testing and documentation.
  • Work closely with Product Management to identify product requirements.
  • Adhere to release/project schedule and milestones.
  • Query a SQL database.
  • Send compliance emails to staff and students.
  • Help support web-based applications.
  • Perform other related work duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

  • Be able and willing to represent the College in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve.
  • Must be a self-motivated, energetic and creative individual with strong personal computer skills and proven success working within a team-based environment.
  • Must be able to work independently, accept responsibility with limited supervision, manage multiple tasks to completion, and work with frequent interruptions.
  • Ability to make oral and written reports and presentations in a concise and effective manner.
  • Ability to interpret questions, identify problems and propose solutions, read reference manuals.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate’s Degree in computer science or related field or 2 years of object-oriented programming experience. 
  • Understanding of both Windows and Linux environments.
  • Must possess an understanding of the software development process.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or related field.
  • Object-Oriented Programming experience.
  • API experience (Ellucian Ethos is a plus).
  • Knowledge of database concepts, SQL, and stored procedures (Microsoft SQL Server / SSRS preferred).
  • Visual Studio (or an equivalent IDE).
  • Experience using Subversion, GitLab (or an equivalent version control system).
  • Experience writing and executing test cases.
  • System Admin experience.
  • Ellucian Colleague experience is a plus, but not required.
  • Higher Ed background is a plus, but not required.
  • Knowledge of scripting languages (PHP, JavaScript, and PowerShell preferred).
  • Knowledge of web based application development (C#.Net is a plus).

EEO/AA STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404,319-398-5572, equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone:(312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

WHY KIRKWOOD:
Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.