Application Integration Specialist - Office of the Registrar
University of Illinois

Application Integration Specialist


Office of the Registrar

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has an opening in the Office of the Registrar for an Application Integration Specialist. The Application Integration Specialist will design, develop, maintain, audit, and test data integrations while facilitating data integration needs for the Office of the Registrar in support of campus-wide workflow processes to several campus supported applications. In addition, the Application Integration Specialist will develop, maintain, and schedule data reports and outgoing communications.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, maintain, audit, and test data integrations as directed to facilitate existing Enrollment Management (EM) operations. Most development work focuses on integrations with the University's ERP (Banner), EM operational systems, reporting repositories, and dynamic workflow systems.
• Critically evaluate and propose appropriate security levels for workflow applications that meet university standards and user needs.
• Support the loading and integration of external data files into the ERP, CRM and EM operational systems.
• Test vended solutions, internal applications, and procedures to improve data and process integrity, improve features and performance, and minimize bugs and glitches. When unable to use vended solutions, collaborate with EM developers to reach agreed balance between usability and performance needs.
• Assist with creation and maintenance of detailed instructions, including presenting to senior Registrar staff, stakeholders, and new users for new and existing applications. Document and communicate issues that arise after deployment to the appropriate staff for resolution.
• Assist with end user training.
• Develop, maintain, and schedule reports of student data for EM, colleges and departments, and other external campus entities.
• Assist with providing ad hoc reports as needed for EM, colleges and departments, and other external campus entities.
• Provide end-user support for data and reporting.

Required Qualifications:

• Any combination totaling two (2) years from the following categories:
  • Progressively more responsible work experience in an Information Technology (IT) related profession
  • College course work which included Information Technology (IT), IT Management, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent: - 60 semester hours or Associate's Degree equals one (1) year - 90-120 semester hours or Bachelor's Degree equals two (2) years.
• Demonstrated experience in SQL and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in information systems or a related field.
• Experience with MS SQL server, especially stored procedures and Integration Services (SSIS).
• Experience with programming languages like R, Python, etc.
• Experience with Banner or another student information system.
• Demonstrated experience communicating complex technical ideas to a non-technical audience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of University data sources and systems (EDW, REPTPROD, etc.).
• Competence in Office 365
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Innovative problem-solving ability.
• Demonstrated ability in effective communication and collaborating in a high-performance team environment, including oral, written, and active listening.
• Commitment to customer service and user experience.
• Ability to collaborate positively and effectively with diverse work groups.
• Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed.
• Knowledge of industry wide technology trends and best practices.

Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5031 - Information Technology Technical Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on December 12, 2022. Application materials should include a cover letter, a current resume, names, and contact information for three references, including email and telephone numbers. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Jen Cochrane at walburnc@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1013156
Job Category: Technical
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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