Title: Applications Analyst
Division Name: Student Affairs
Department: Student Affairs Information Technology
Campus Location: Normal, IL
Job Summary
The Applications Analyst is responsible for the configuration, support, maintenance and security of applications used by our business partners in the Division of Student Affairs. This position will also develop web applications using low code development tools. As a member of the Student Affairs IT Applications team, this individual ensures that all supported applications meet the functional and technical needs of our customers.
In Student Affairs IT, our team of highly trained IT professionals is committed to providing students and staff at Illinois State University with technology resources and solutions that not only meet their needs but exceed their expectations. Our work directly contributes to the retention, wellbeing, safety, and overall success of students.
University Benefit Highlights:
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement and supplemental retirement
• Tuition waiver benefits are available to staff as well as their eligible dependents.
• Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
• Paid vacation and sick time
• For more University Benefit information: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
Starting at $67,000 annual
Required Qualifications
1. Any one or any combination totaling two (2) years (24 months) from the following categories:
A. College coursework which includes Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
-30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
-Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
-90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
-Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)
B. Work experience in IT-related functions, such as hardware/software support, programming, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or closely related field.
2. Demonstrated experience supporting line of business applications and systems.
3. Ability to quickly shift focus to new or different projects, tasks, and technologies as priorities and business needs change.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s Degree in an IT-related field
2. Experience in performing business analysis including how to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application requirements.
3. Technical understanding of application architecture to include application servers, software clients, relational databases, interfaces/imports, integrations, and reporting.
4. Demonstrated experience in development of custom scripts and code, such as the development of web applications, data interfaces, using APIs, etc.
5. Experience with low code application development
6. Experience with database technologies MS SQL and the ability to construct, troubleshoot, and update complex SQL queries.
7. Demonstrated experience writing technical documentation for various audiences including front-line IT support staff, second-tier IT staff, and end users
8. Excellent customer service skills with a strong desire
Work Hours
Core work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.
Position may be eligible for a hybrid work from home schedule, up to 3 days per week. All work must be performed within the State of Illinois. Eligibility is based upon employee performance, appropriate remote working environment, and business needs.
Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
2. Remain at a workstation for extended periods
3. Distinguish colors on a monitor
4. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.
Proposed Starting Date
May 2023
Required Applicant Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Reference List
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on “Apply”
Optional Applicant Documents
Certification of Retirement Annuity
Transcripts – See Special Instructions to Applicants Section for additional options
Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on “Apply”
Special Instructions for Applicants
Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put “see resume” in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.
If using education to qualify, college or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline in order to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.
In order to be eligible for Veteran’s Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation, such as a DD214, must be submitted prior to the application deadline.
Transcripts and/or DD-214 paperwork may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:
Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Colette Homan
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300
The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.
Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.
Contact Information for Applicants
Colette Homan
Human Resources
309-438-8848
[email protected]
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Application Opened: 04/27/2023 10:15 PM CST
Application Closes: 05/12/2023 11:55 PM CST
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