Application Programmer Specialist

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

The Application Support Group within the Office of Advancement IT specializes in application development and support for the Division of Development and Alumni Relations. The unit's objective is to create, customize, modify, and support applications and reports that enhance the division's ability to achieve its fundraising goals as well as to improve other processes that affect the organization.

8:00am-5:00pm; Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends as necessary

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Application Development, this position is responsible for the programming, testing, implementation, documentation, and support of new and existing web applications for Development and Alumni Relations units along with each application's associated databases. Applicant should possess excellent written and oral communication skills for relation of both technical and non-technical information.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the .

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the .

Develop, test, document, implement, and maintain supported applications (web and otherwise) in a manner that adheres to UGA and DAR policies.

Work with clients directly to define and document requirements of new projects or changes to existing projects.

Interact with clients and/or stakeholders to troubleshoot problems with existing applications supported by the unit.

Research and explore advances in related technology and best practices related to the position and new or existing projects.

Assist in training clients and/or stakeholders in use of developed products.