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About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Advertised Salary $62,000
Posting Date 03/29/2024
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date 05/01/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
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).
Position Information
Classification Title IT Application Support Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA Non-Exempt
FTE 1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
The Small Business Development Center is seeking a highly motivated and passionate Application Programmer Associate to join our dynamic team. As a developer for the SBDC, you will work closely with an experienced team to contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of innovative software solutions. This entry-level position is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong foundation in programming and a desire to grow their skills in a collaborative environment.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Excellent communication and organizational skills are necessary. Experience developing front end applications using frameworks like Angular, Vue, React or jQuery. Experience with CSS frameworks like Bootstrap or Tailwind is a plus. Experience developing C# asp.net applications. Database design and querying (SQL, T-SQL) is a plus. Will have general technical background and be able to work with various developer tools (e.g. Visual Studio, Dot Net, MSSQL Server). Experience with Azure. Experience with version control GIT or TFS. Ability to establish, collaborate and maintain effective working relationships with other team members.
Physical Demands
Will spend majority of the workday at the computer. May involve some moving of equipment.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Modify and enhance application systems and programs based on analyst/supervisor's instruction. Gather user requirements for features and improvements.
Percentage of time 40
Duties/Responsibilities
Code, test, implement and document web programs using development tools, languages, and database structures with appropriate guidance. Troubleshoot issues with common registration system and maintain integrations with other systems.
Percentage of time 35
Duties/Responsibilities
Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. Actively participate in training sessions and knowledge-sharing sessions activities to enhance your skills.
Percentage of time 20
Duties/Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Percentage of time 5
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
