Computer Sys Analyst II - College of Forestry

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Intra-Departmental Recruitment
Only current UM Employees* of (Department) are eligible.
*Open to all employee types including Temporary Staff and Student Employees.
The
W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation
invites applications for a
Computer Systems Analyst II
to join their team. This position at the Wilderness Institute is specific to the Wilderness Connect program. Wilderness Connect is the only national wilderness website, and operates through a unique partnership with the federal government. This online resource serves the public and wilderness practitioners and receives more than 1.5 million website visitors annually. The website catalogues information on the more than 800 wilderness areas in the country, maintains numerous searchable libraries of wilderness data, and hosts more than 5000 documents. Although hosted within **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.'s (UM) Cascade Content Management System, the website is highly customized with its own frameworks, templates, PHP algorithms, and other technical components that are unique to the website and the Wilderness Connect program.
The Computer Systems Analyst II is overseen by, and works closely with, the Wildlands Communications Coordinator, who liaises with project funders and partners and crafts the strategic vision and trajectory for the program. This position communicates and works with the College of Forestry and Conservation’s Quantitative Service Group, as well as system administrators and technical support personnel at IT Central to facilitate development, maintenance, stability and performance of the Wilderness Connect website. To meet program goals and complete annual program of work tasks, the Computer Systems Analyst II designs, develops, configures, tests and maintains complex customized internet-based applications that require advanced analytical and web programming skills, creative troubleshooting and problem-solving aptitude, and knowledge of multiple software platforms.
The Computer Systems Analyst II is responsible for ensuring technical stability and optimal technical performance of the website and its associated applications, compliance with federal and UM cyber-security requirements, compliance with university IT policies and best practices, consistent operation and alignment/integration with university-supported technologies, and a streamlined user experience. This position also contributes to an overall ethic of technical learning by participating in and supporting a shared learning environment with other university IT professionals.
Upon completion of training, the incumbent will have a working knowledge and ability in:
Intimate knowledge of the complexities of the customized technologies specific to the Wilderness Connect program
Ability to craft new custom application components that meet program annual needs, based on the intimate knowledge above and in accordance with University IT policies and best practices
Demonstrated fluency in advanced PHP programming, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL server database design and integration, Cascade Content Management System, cyber-security protocols, 508 compliance and other requirements for disabled accessibility, and all university web guidelines
Ability to identify technology products and trends for application within the Wilderness Connect program
3-5 years of PHP programming and SQL server database experience developing complex multi-dimensional web applications
Proficiency using Bitbucket, PHP Storm, Adobe Photoshop, and other programming assistance tools, and tes-driven development; familiarity with Velocity
Advanced technical concept communication skills
Technical support experience
Required Skills
Demonstrated proficiency in advanced PHP programming, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL server database design and integration, content management systems (in general), cyber-security protocols, and 508 compliance and other requirements for disabled accessibility
Proficiency using Bitbucket, PHP Storm, Adobe Photoshop, and other programming assistance tools; familiarity with Velocity and test-driven development
Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and concerns to laymen
Technical support experience
Minimum Required Experience
Two (2) years of PHP programming and SQL server database experience developing complex multi-dimensional web applications
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
Interest in and knowledge of wilderness and public lands conservation
About the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation
and UM
The Wilderness Institute:
Provides integrated, interdisciplinary, and experiential wilderness education.
Disseminates information related to wilderness research, management, and education.
Advances scholarship on wildland issues through research, workshops, and publications.
Facilitates service learning and community engagement in wildland decision-making.
Encourages dialogue regarding wilderness issues and stewardship.
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Position Details
Position Title:
Computer Systems Analyst II
Position Number:
NEW
Department:
College of Forestry and Conservation
Work Schedule:
Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year
Salary:
$23.84/hr
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Current employee’s rate of pay for this position will be determined by the staff compensation plan and will minimally be this posted salary. For questions and details regarding the staff compensation plan
, email the
Compensation Department
Union Affiliation:
FOCUS-MFPE
Probationary Period:
Six months minimum
Benefits Include
Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References:
References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing:
Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility:
All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

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