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# Director, Application Services - Information Technology

- **Company:** Southeast Missouri State University
- **Location:** Cape Girardeau, MO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Application Services, Business Systems, Software Documentation, Computer Programming, Databases, Data Integration, Database Development, Document Management Systems, Visual C++ (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Systems Development Life Cycle, Standard Sql, SQL Server Reporting Services, Information Technology, Banner Advertisement, Programming Languages
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=dd83b52df03fc764

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology
 * Five years' experience working in a team environment developing and supporting database driven software applications; experience in Banner a plus
 * Demonstrated competency in one or more programming languages; experience developing in Visual Studio in Visual C a plus
 * Experience developing queries and views in SQL
 * Experience in data reporting; experience using SSRS is a plus
 * Experience using database systems such as MS SQL Server
 * Experience working in a team environment; experience working in higher education is a plus
 * Supervisory experience
 * Ability to communicate technical procedures and concepts, both in writing and verbally to individuals without a technical background
 * Demonstrated experience and understanding of quality customer service

## Description

* Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and performance management for a team of programmer/analysts and data engineers supporting university applications, business systems and data integration needs
 * Mentor staff in problem analysis, programming best practices, data protection/compliance, and office procedures
 * Set priorities and assign and schedule work to ensure projects, upgrades, problems resolutions, and needed integrations are accomplished
 * Coordinate project work and establish realistic goals and expectations
 * Work with staff as needed to support ERP systems and resolve problems
 * Coordinate with functional offices (Admissions, Finance, HR, Registrar, etc.) to ensure solutions meet business requirements
 * Chair the Business Systems Management Committee and help set goals, timelines, and direction for system development and support
 * Oversee adherence to development methodologies, documentation standards, and change-management processes
 * Set standards for application and database development
 * Work with staff to track and document system development and support for business continuity


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