IT Application Specialist

Full-time, DIRECT HIRE! Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm

The primary focus of this position is to maintain, support and provide technical assistance for the application systems and associated reporting solutions used in various departments throughout the agency. It will be the point of contact with external software vendors, internal employees and any external partners, as well as assisting program managers and staff in effectively utilizing the application system technology in the department. The position requires a highly organized and detail-oriented person with strong analytical, computer and customer service skills while maintaining strict adherence to confidentiality. Occasionally, this position will have a shared responsibility of extended support that may include evening, night and/or weekend work.

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in computer information systems and four years of relevant work experience or a combination of eight years of education, training, experience preferred. Strong working knowledge and experience with SQL and software application support.

Certifications and Licenses: One or more technical certifications preferred: Microsoft SQL or Microsoft SSRS.

Core Functions:

• Responsible to track and resolve helpdesk tickets for assigned application systems using the enterprise ticketing system. Escalate tickets as needed
• Maintain and support various application and reporting systems used throughout the organization
• Ensure vendor supplied software patches and upgrades are applied in a timely manner, coordinate testing and implementation efforts with key stakeholders. Ensure change log is up to date
• Participate in projects to replace existing or implement new application systems
• Continually strive to improve utilization of assigned application system by understanding business challenges, working with vendor and configuring the system to meet the requirements
• Manage a variety of application operational processes by coordinating, importing or exporting data. Maintain documentation of each process
• Perform routine database tasks such as; backups, restores, establishing maintenance plans, and performance troubleshooting
• Design, develop and maintain reports to ensure timely and accurate reporting as requested by key stakeholders
• Act as a liaison with others in the IT department to resolve application issues and to coordinate IT activities

In addition to the listed benefits, our Client also offers generous earned time and all major federal holidays. Employment is eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Requirements
Excellent communication skills - oral, written and active listening; Demonstrated supportive, collaborative and problem-solving attitude, continuously looks for process improvement opportunities; Strong project management, time management and organizational skills; Strong experience and proven knowledge of Microsoft SQL and SQL Server Reporting Service; Strong understanding of relational database concepts, standards and generally accepted practices; Provide two employment references and a mature work ethic.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.44 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft SQL Server: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft SSRS: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22