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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Application Support Specialist - **Company:** Fort Valley State University - **Location:** Fort Valley, GA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Services, Backup Devices, Databases, Data Governance, Data Security, Python (Programming Language), Network Troubleshooting, Oracle Databases, Oracle SQL Developer, PeopleSoft Financial Management, Systems Development Life Cycle, Single Sign-On, Software Deployment, SQL Databases, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Kronos, Database Optimization, Software Troubleshooting, Git, Information Technology, People Soft, Banner Advertisement, Data Management, Jenkins - **Published:** October 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=08ed1a8d370fc7c2 ## About the Role * Ability to work collaboratively with departmental and university personnel and administration * Demonstrated ability to participate in public relations activities, to include television and radio interviews, and press conferences, as appropriate * Demonstrated ability to handle high levels of stress and anxiety * Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA and SIAC rules and regulations governing recruitment, eligibility and related functions * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work collaboratively with departmental and university personnel and administration PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT * Position operates in a 24/7 IT environment and may require occasional evening, weekend, or after-hours support, both scheduled and unscheduled. * This role requires regular on-site, in-person work., * Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or related fields required or a combination of education, specialized training, and experience equivalency will be considered as a substitute for one of the listed disciplines. * Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, make decisions that enhance organizational team effectiveness, and participate in teams by positively influencing others to achieve desired results that are in the best interest of the organization., * Master's degree in computer science, IT, or related field, with 2+ years of database administration and application support experience (preferably in higher education). * Strong expertise in Ellucian Banner (Banner 9), Oracle databases, and PeopleSoft, including system architecture, security, and integrations. * Experience supporting and integrating third-party applications (e.g., Touchnet, NelNet, Kronos) and tools such as Git, Jenkins, and Ellucian Ethos. * Proficiency in SQL, Oracle SQL, and Python, with strong troubleshooting, data governance, and data security knowledge. * Proven ability to manage multiple projects, communicate technical concepts clearly, and collaborate effectively across teams. ## Description This position assists the university in data management of ERP systems. This position also provides escalated technical support for ERP issues. Acts as a liaison between FVSU Office of Information Technology (OIT) and University System of Georgia Information Technology Services (ITS)., * Support users by providing consultation of the products and how best to incorporate/adjust business processes to align with system capabilities. Assist in configuring the systems to function as desired. Troubleshoot system issues/errors. Act as a liaison between users and the vendors to resolve issues. Recommend changes as needs are identified. * Assist in researching/recommending/implementing development methodology standards and best practices to allow for prompt response to business requirements. * Assist with University System of Georgia, Information Technology Services (ITS), projects. * Directly support faculty/staff/students with services provided in the OIT service catalog. * Assist the development team in the development and maintenance of standards around the SDLC to include requirements, testing and documentation. * Assist in analyzing and testing applications to support, educational and research activities of the FVSU * Assist in understanding, articulating, analyzing and implementing the practices, processes and policies by which offices we support conduct their business. * Answer customer/colleague questions regarding programs, applications and databases. Work with development team to provide assessment and effort estimates / costs for requests to include the time from project initiation to production deployment and project closeout. * Support users by troubleshooting system issues/errors identified by the Help Desk and proposing solutions to issues found. Answer customer/colleague questions regarding programs and applications. * Work closely with internal and external technical support groups to ensure application issues or bugs are addressed in a timely fashion and in accordance with customer expectations. * Provide support of the Oracle database and related tools for multiple clients * Review updates and patches for the Banner ERP and related 3rd party products * Conduct database tuning, security, backups, and optimization of the database for the Banner ERP * Provide troubleshooting assistance with issues related to user logins and single sign-on for Banner9 * Provide senior technical leadership to assist clients with complex technical planning and task management for clients implementing all the Ellucian Banner products * Assist in Peoplesoft Financials and HCM security audits and permissions. * Performs related or all other duties as assigned.