JOB FUNCTION / SUMMARY:

Provides technical direction and support in developing business systems software and procedures; Responsible for analysis, design, programming, and implementation of complex programming projects involving a sizable group of users by performing the following duties. This job may be a specialist in one (or more) of three areas. Please see the “Specialties” section for specifics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans and conducts analyses of complex and unique business systems projects.
• Devises new sources of data and develops new approaches and techniques for use by others.
• Conducts reviews of computer technology developments applicable to systems design and prepares long range forecasts.
• Studies broad areas of work processes that cut across organizational information systems.
• Acts as an internal consultant providing technical guidance on business systems projects.
• Determines and resolves problems with other systems analysts, programmers, and systems users.
• Maintains, develops, modifies and documents programs according to general specifications and guidelines.
• Provides guidance to lower-level programmers and systems specialists
• Trains entry level coworkers in programming and program coding.
• Consults with internal clients to analyze and understand functions to be automated, client needs, objectives, desired features and input and output requirements.
• Analyzes, defines, and documents system requirements for data, workflow, logical processes, hardware and operating system environment, interfaces with other systems, internal and external checks, and controls and outputs.
• Researches and evaluates software and hardware to assist in programming or to use as program platforms.
• Consults with internal client to prototype, refine, test and debug programs to attain client approval.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

POSITION SPECIALTIES:

A. Web Specialist

• .Net, SharePoint, HTML, java script, VB script
• Ability to create and modify graphics in Photoshop
• Fundamental PC knowledge and navigation
• Visual Basic a plus
• Argo a plus
• Crystal a plus
• asp.net and J# and C# a plus
• Knowledge of relational databases using SQL language and ODBC connectivity a plus

B. Core Banking Systems Specialist

• Cobol
• CA-Easytrieve
• JCL
• CICS
• TSO/ISPF
• VSAM
• Fidelity Banking Applications a plus
• API and RPI a plus
• CICS Cobol a plus
• Assembler a plus

C. Electronic Delivery Specialist

• Cobol
• CA-Easytrieve
• JCL
• CICS
• TSO/ISPF
• VSAM
• Networking
• Server a plus
• Tandem a plus.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:

• Bachelor's degree and at least five years programming experience and a developed expertise in a particular area or function of programming; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of Accounting software, Database software, Design software, Development software, Human Resource systems, Internet software, Payroll systems, Project Management software, Spreadsheet software, and Word Processing software.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook email program
• Ability to code in COBOL and Easytrieve computer languages
• Ability to use spreadsheet software, word processing software, email systems and network systems
• Ability to code IBM MVS JCL
• Ability to learn or knowledge of coding in Assembler, Argo Data Systems proprietary GUI Customizer Toolset, DB2/SQL, VBSCRIPT, HTML, JAVASCRIPT, FRONTPAGE, and/or DreamWeaver

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Ability to manage time and competing priorities in a retail environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of an organization
• Collaborative professional skills that lead to a collegial and partnered approach to meeting objectives
• High motivation with ability to successfully meet individual and team goals while maintaining individual performance over the long term
• Ability to understand and interpret a P&L and financial statements
• Adaptability, flexibility and ability to work branch hours, including weekends and some evenings