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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Consulting Application Developer
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Information Technology
Department	OIT-Enterprise Application Services
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, stands among the nation’s highest-ranked, most diverse public research universities. The oldest, largest, and top-ranked public university in the New York/New Jersey metropolitan area, you’ll find us at our main locations in three New Jersey cities, and our footprint can be seen around the region. As one of the nation’s most diverse universities, Rutgers draws strength from the rich variety of perspectives and life experiences of our community. We’re an academic, health, and research powerhouse and a university of opportunity. The Office of Information Technology (OIT) is Rutgers’ enterprise IT office. OIT provides university wide services and support and collaborates with department and unit IT professionals on projects and initiatives for the Rutgers community. OIT’s services and systems include the Rutgers network; email and calendaring systems; IDs/passwords and identity management; data centers; computer labs; help desk support; wireless connectivity; a software portal; information security, risk, and compliance services; research computing; and many others. OIT’s staff members work closely with the broader university community to advance Rutgers’ missions of teaching, research, and service. For more information, please visit https://it.rutgers.edu.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Consulting Application Developer for the Office of Information Technology (OIT). The position serves as a highly-skilled resource to drive application development for all mission-critical Ellucian Banner ERP and associated integrated software applications. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Acts as the technical lead in Rutgers effort to move to a single modern student information system. This multi-year initiative will require significant planning, data analysis, data transformation, and migration as well as a strong understanding of existing and future business processes. Analyzes customer requirements and designs complex computing systems utilizing proven best practices in a variety of programming languages. Supports and maintains the software side of all Ellucian Banner applications including Finance, Financial Aid and Student Records/Admissions systems including Self-Service products. Conducts project planning for simultaneous major systems upgrades involving heavily modified and integrated systems. Interacts with vendors, consultants and internal customers to affect solutions and drive the technology aspects of all Central Administration and Student systems. Provides for on-call production support (24/7) of University mission-critical administrative computing systems. Provides direction to the Banner Application Development team to ensure high quality service delivery. Leads planning efforts with regards to system patching and upgrades. Oversees effective development, production support and testing, retrofitting, change management and performance monitoring of applications under management. Utilizing analytical tools, assists in planning, managing and directing all aspects of development, testing, troubleshooting, documenting, deploying and supporting of applications under management. Plans, prioritizes and manages complex, multi-phase projects from concept to closure. Analyzes and provides relevant, timely and accurate information to leadership. Proposes and assists in the development of policies, budgets and staffing plans associated with effective application development and support. Develops benchmarks and strategies for continued operational improvements to effectively manage service levels. Provides for guidance related to the use of applications and all associated tools, as well as, for related security issues. Manages vendor relations, establishes service level agreements and evaluates their performance. Monitors vendor release calendars to proactively ensure Rutgers remains at appropriate supported versions and is able to take advantage of product enhancements. Establishes and tracks metrics related to key performance objectives and service levels. Participates in the development of a budget reflecting approved technology plans. Formulates client-driven service level agreements with the University community and directs the effective use of resources towards the satisfaction of user requirements. Fosters a quality service ethic within the team for quality service excellence and superior client satisfaction. Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers’ regulations, laws and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified. Understands and adheres to Rutgers’ compliance standards as they appear in Rutgers’ Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Understands and adheres to Rutgers’ compliance standards as they appear in RBHS’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu .
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	37S
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	111219.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	134644.000
Annual Maximum Salary	160724.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. A minimum of six (6) years of experience in a related technology field.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Emphasis in current software development methodologies. Expertise with Ellucian Banner ERP and Oracle databases is required. Must have knowledge of ERP systems integration and a thorough understanding of customization/modification reapplication techniques. Must have strong planning and organization skills. Demonstrated ability to formulate and define technical scope and objectives of complex projects. Proven database and system architecture design is essential. Demonstrated strong skills in communication, project management, analytical and lateral thinking, planning and problem solving. Demonstrated interpersonal skills working in a service environment. Preference will be given to applicants having experience with both administrative and education systems, especially the Ellucian Banner product suite.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements. Office environment. Moderate Noise.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST2314
Posting Open Date	08/25/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Off Campus
City	Somerset
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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