Assistant Director, Applications (Hybrid) - WashU IT

Inc Washington
St. Louis, MO, United States
about 2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
6 years minimum
Compensation
$96,000.0 - $169,300.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Databases Data Integrity Database Design Database Development Systems Analysis Software Engineering Information Technology

Job description

Provide analysis, planning, organization, communication and management necessary to support all aspects of the design, implementation and on-going support of departmental applications. Manages a professional staff. Participates in management discussions and planning at the department level. Acts on behalf of Director in his/her absence., * Business process analysis, system design, implementation and on-going support of departmental applications.

  • Management of projects and system support including supervision of staff.
  • Ensuring data integrity and security of these systems.
  • Participation in management discussions and planning at the department level to ensure that adequate resources are available to meet business requirements.
  • Direct the application development activities and manage the resources of a team within the Departmental Applications technology team.
  • System modification and major system analysis and design including data base system design and technical support.
  • Disciplined project management methodology including documentation and implementation standards required to meet project milestones.
  • Recruitment and development of professional staff and ongoing evaluation. Direct the development and delivery of training that will enhance the technology, proficiency and system understanding of a team within the Departmental Applications technology team.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Do you have experience in University experience?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: Relevant Experience (6 Years)

Skills: Academic Experience, Business Information Systems, Information Technology Management

Driver’s License: A driver’s license is not required for this position., * Background with business information systems at a management level in an academic environment., Master’s degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills: Adaptability, Business Analysis, Business Solutions Design, Communication, Database Development, Database Implementation, Development of Action Plans, Organizing, Prioritization, Professional Etiquette, Project Administration, Resource Planning, Solution Implementation, Sound Judgment, Strategic Objectives, Technical Communication, Technical Knowledge, Technical Solutions, Technology Platforms, Time Management

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • 403(b)
  • Employee assistance program
  • Commuter assistance
  • Caregiver leave, Personal
  • Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
  • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
  • Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
  • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

  • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

  • We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
  • WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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