Director of Technology and Data Support

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Type of Position:
Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Regular


Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Graduate School and International Education

Department's Website:

https://graduate-and-international.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:
We are looking for a leader who can provide direction and guidance to our IT and software development team while maintaining the highest standard of software development, information system, and IT security practices. You must be an excellent communicator with strong organizational skills and the ability to stay current with the latest software, security, and information technologies. Must have a passion for information systems and the ability to build strong relationships with other teams and departments.
Identify, evaluate, develop, and manage IT, data support, and system security initiatives for Graduate School and International Education. Coordinate various departmental IT and software systems to include SLATE, Sunapsis, TerraDotta, and Workday Student, security, and data analysis projects with other campus departments and Graduate School and International's IT information systems. Provide oversight/leadership in developing reports using consistent and accurate queries to support program evaluation, annual reporting, and strategic planning in the graduate school. Empower and develop local IT leadership within GSIE's units for ongoing data management and analysis operations.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, information technology or a related field

• At least two years of experience in information technology project management

Preferred Qualifications:

• The formal education equivalent of a master's degree in computer science, data science, mathematics, information systems, information technology or a related field

• Familiarity with leading teams in process improvement techniques

• Project management certification a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Working Knowledge of:

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  Management of software development and project management
  
• 
  Working knowledge of a programming language such as Java, Python, Java Script, SQL and frameworks/libraries such as Spring, Node.js and React
  
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  Familiarity with Azure Administration
  
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  Familiar with HTML 5 and CSS.
  
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  Familiar with visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI.
  
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  Knowledge of IT Security (Framework, standards, and compliance)
  
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  Working knowledge of ETL operations with data and data integration and pipelines
  

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$75,000 - $85,000 (commensurate with education and experience)

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Dr. Ed Bengtson, Associate Dean for the Graduate School and International Education, [email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
Yes