Systems Analyst Iii - Waterloo, Canada - Wilfrid Laurier University

Wilfrid Laurier University

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Description

Date:
Jul 12, 2023

Location:
Waterloo, CA

Company:
Wilfrid Laurier University

Department:
Information and Comm. Technologies

Job Type:
Limited Term

Full-time/Part-time: Full Time (>=1249 hrs/year)

Campus:
Waterloo

Reports to:
Manager, ICT Enterprise Applications Development

Employee Group:

WLUSA

Application Deadline:26 July 2023

Requisition ID:6104

Wilfrid Laurier University is a leading multi-campus university that excels at educating with purpose.

Through its exceptional employees, students, researchers, leaders, and educators, Laurier has built a reputation as a world-class institution known for its rich student experience, academic excellence, and global impact.

With a commitment to Indigenization and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, Laurier's thriving community has a place for everyone.

Laurier has more than 19,000 students and 2,100 faculty and staff across campuses in Waterloo and Brantford, as well locations in Kitchener and Milton.

The university is committed to providing an inclusive workplace, a flexible work policy and employing a workforce that is reflective of local and national demographics.

Our locations are situated on the traditional territories of the Neutral, Anishnawbe, and Haudenosaunee peoples.

We recognize the unique heritages of Indigenous peoples and support their intentions to preserve and express their distinctive Indigenous cultures, histories, and knowledge through academic programming and co-curricular activities.

Laurier's Centre for Indigegogy is one example of how Laurier honours Indigenous knowledge.

Position Summary
The Systems Analyst III reports to the Manager, ICT Enterprise Applications Development.

The incumbent will assume complete responsibility for the full life-cycle development of Laurier's Enterprise Solutions and for maximizing effectiveness and usability of the systems in a web-enabled environment.

The incumbent will work closely with individuals from other University departments.

Accountabilities

Responsible for systems analysis and design in accordance with accepted standards. Activities include project management, analyzing and documenting existing and new processes, redesigning workflow for greater efficiency, database design and development and conducting fitgap analysis.
Participate on the implementation team and coordinate with external and internal resources on new installations, upgrades or migrations of Enterprise Solutions
Provide quality programming and development as well as systems support, maintenance and troubleshooting in a clientserver and web enabled environment.

Qualifications

University degree in Computer Science/Math, Information Systems, Software Engineering or a related field.
Minimum of three years of experience with Relational Database Management Systems (e.g. Oracle, MySQL, MariaDB, Informix, MS SQL) in a Linux / Windows operating system environment.
Minimum of five years of experience programing in at least two of the following languages: Java, C++, PHP, PL/SQL, JavaScript, Pro*C, Pro COBOL, Python, Powershell, Shell Scripting
Minimum of three years of experience with Tomcat and/or Apache web server
Programming expertise with object oriented, GUI and web development tools and technologies (e.g. Oracle Developer, Eclipse, C++, Java)
Experience with any or all the following highly desirable: Ellucian Banner, Degree Works, Oracle Forms, Evisions, BDM/AppXtender, One Card, Desire2Learn, CRM, financial reporting, portal, accounting systems.
Understanding of the OSI model and how it may be used to triage and isolate software and system issues.
Experience with Hannon Hill's Cascade, Apache Velocity, XSLT is an asset
Experience with Sharepoint Online, Office365 is an asset
Experience working in an Agile/SCRUM methodology
Analytical problem solving skills.
Strong organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail, ability to handle multiple priorities and meet short deadlines.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with users with varying levels of technical expertise.
Ability to function and collaborate effectively with faculty and staff in a high demand environment.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to be discreet and to maintain confidential information.
A desire to work in a fast paced, challenging, and rapidly changing environment requiring a commitment to continuous learning.

This position has been deemed eligible for educational equivalencies. Please refer to the attached link for details.

Compensation

Position Grade:
G

Rate of pay:
$ $53.91 per hour

Hours of Work:
This is a full-time limited term position with an end date until June 26th 2024. The normal hours of work are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Flexibility in hours will be required, including evening and/or weekend work due to events. When possible, the manager will adj