Information Technology - Application Administrator

Job Summary: 

Application Administrators are responsible for designing and/or modifying computer systems and applications according to specifications and business requirements; design, code, test, debug, document, deploy, and maintain applications; evaluate existing applications and recommend technical solutions to improve scalability; may assist with developing new applications when existing solutions are not available.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Design, code, test, debug, implement, modify, and maintain new or existing applications; evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers, devices, and operating systems.
• Work with customers to analyze their requirements; evaluate new tools and technologies to enhance performance.
• Provide maintenance, support, and consultation for third-party software solutions; perform diagnostics, troubleshoot problems, and escalate problems to third-party vendors or appropriate personnel.
• Investigate data and/or program problems; determine source of problem and take corrective action.
• Ensure compliance with standards and requirements, including usability, accessibility, and security.
• Write specifications for automation of business processes.
• Document code, processes, and test plans; prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation.
• Write or contribute to instructions or manuals to guide end users.
• Maintain disaster recovery plans and support business continuity efforts.
• May manage and configure servers used in the development of applications.
• May develop, build, and maintain websites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools, and digital media.

Education And Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in technology or equivalent
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in application administration or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise applications (e.g., HRMS).
• Experience with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) is desirable.

SCASD strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

The State College Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.