37905BR

Extended Job Title:

Programmer Analyst III

Position Description:

The Programmer Analyst III's role is to develop, test, analyze, and maintain software applications in support of business requirements. This position will also research, design, document, and modify software specifications throughout the production life cycle. Additionally, the Programmer Analyst III is also responsible for supervising and/or leading the development of new systems, directing changes to existing systems and controlling the interfaces between the systems, initiating complex feasibility studies and making recommendations of the action to be taken.

Requisition ID:

37905BR

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions:

• Designs and implements new software solutions in collaboration with other Library departments to fulfill the TTU Libraries mission and Technology Support Operations processes.

• Prioritizes problems and requests, acting upon them in a timely manner.

• Enhances TTU Library website and web applications under the direction of supervisor, Web Librarian, and Website Team.

• Creates documentation on completed projects including the transition to LTMS Support.

• Works alongside fellow LTMS programmers to promote a group work environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Programming experience in a Windows development environment.

• Familiarity with database-driven applications and SQL.

• Skill with Windows servers.

• Understanding of HTML/CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and XML.

• Experience creating program documentation.

• Working knowledge of networking protocols.

• Familiarity with open-source software concepts.

• Ability to learn new programming languages or techniques quickly.

Grant Funded?:

No

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Schedule Details:

8-5 Mon-Fri

Work Location:

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing large programming projects; familiarity with library-specific systems and library technology.

• Familiarity with cutting-edge web development technologies including jQuery.

• Ability to manage collaborative software development environments and code repositories.

• Skill with PHP, Python, and C#.NET programming languages.

• Familiarity with MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server databases.

• Experience maintaining and debugging live software systems.

• Ability to document workflow and process engineering; integrity, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, and the ability to collaborate.

Department:

Library

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Group:

Mid-Level IT

Shift:

Day

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with coursework in computer science, MIS, IT, or other related area plus three (3) years related full-time paid experience OR a combination of related education and/or experience. Applicants for this Security Sensitive Level II position will be subject to a criminal background check and must pass a drug and alcohol test after a conditional offer of employment has been extended, but before employment can be confirmed.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

About the Department and/or College:

Texas Tech University Libraries serve as a vital partner with students and faculty in their learning endeavors. The University Libraries' system comprises: (1) University Library, (2) Southwest Collection/Special Collections Library, (3) Architecture Library, and (4) Peters Family Legacy Library. The University Library is a patent and trademark depository and is one of two regional depositories for U.S. government documents in Texas. The central focus of the Texas Tech University Libraries is to make available 3.72 million physical volumes, electronic resources, special collections and archives, and to offer services to students and faculty that enable academic and research success.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Sponsorship not available for employment.

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.