Software Analyst III

Application Restrictions
For Internal Candidates Only
Job Type
Support Staff (CUPE)
Posting In effect from
7/3/2024
Closing Application Date
21/3/2024
Closing date for internal CUPE applicants
21/3/2024

Applications will be reviewed commencing the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” and may continue until the position is filled.

Internal CUPE applicants must submit their application by 4pm on the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” for their Seniority to be recognized.  Applications received after the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” will be considered alongside external applicants. 

Full/Part Time
Full Time
Support Type
Auxiliary (Over 4 Months)
Anticipated Start Date
1/4/2024
Position End Date (If Applicable)
31/3/2025
The Hours of work are subject to change depending upon departmental requirements
Schedule
The hours of work will be Monday to Friday, 7 hours a day, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Schedule Description
DUTIES
Analyzes, designs, develops, maintains and supports mission-critical and other in-house and third-party software applications; performs programming tasks; provides Internet and Intranet website and web application administration and support. 
 
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Analyzes, designs, develops and documents new software/systems using process modeling and conceptual data modeling methodologies.  Provides work area and business process analysis to determine information requirements, gaps and proposes solutions.

Develops custom applications, custom functionality for 3rd party applications, application interfaces and reports.

Provides maintenance, development, documentation and client support for the web.  Creates and uploads regular updates to the institutional website and maintains online forms and institutional style sheets.

Participates in implementation of new 3rd party software application systems.  Performs software testing, including security testing to verify that protection mechanisms built into the system will protect it from improper penetration, and takes action to correct any faults.  

Develops and delivers training materials, system documentation and technical presentations for the purpose of demonstrating systems and training.  Produces programming and systems documentation for existing systems and new implementations.

Provides consultation, advice and assistance to users of the institution’s critical ERP and other software applications.

Participates in implementation of business intelligence reporting solutions for data analysis.  Supports standard reporting tools and develops various reports to meet end-user requirements.

Ensures the technical integrity, security of mission-critical and confidential data according to the FOIPPA and other legislation, consistency and reliability of the Internet and Intranet websites and web applications by establishing performance measurements and goals, monitoring system performance and usage and taking corrective actions.

Provides Internet and Intranet website and web application administration and support.  Provides consultation, advice and assistance on web page development, design and programming to other institutional web-authors.

Maintains currency of technical knowledge by reading, self-training and researching on the Internet.

 
REPORTS TO
Director, Enterprise Systems
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:

• Grade 12 plus two year post-secondary Diploma in an Information Technology related area

 
EXPERIENCE:

• One year recent and related experience

 
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

• Ability to deal with users, coworkers and external vendors with courtesy, discretion and tact; dealing with difficult situations appropriately
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to plan and organize work
• Ability to exercise independent action
• Ability to apply continuous mental effort for long periods of time
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Systems Development Life Cycle and respective methodologies
• Demonstrated knowledge of RDMS such as Oracle and Microsoft Database solutions
• Demonstrated knowledge of development languages such as JSP, PL/SQL, PHP, HTML JavaScript, and java
• Demonstrated knowledge in CSS and experience developing for multiple browsers on both Mac and PC 
• Demonstrated ability to develop application systems

 
WORKING CONDITIONS

• Sitting at desk and computer for long periods of time
• Visiting client locations
• General office conditions

 
The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.
Pay Band
$28.36 – $31.51 ( CUPE Grade 07 (90% – 100%) )
Salary rate
Location
Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)
# of Hires Needed
1
Organizational Unit
Thompson Rivers University -> Information Technology Services -> Enterprise Systems
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:
Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.