Apply here: Details - Programmer Analyst I (otc.edu) 

Position Summary

The Programmer Analyst I is an entry level position responsible for the design, maintenance and monitoring of the College’s Enterprise systems.  The position requires basic knowledge of modern programming languages and ability to develop applications in more than one language.  Other major responsibilities include coordination with different areas of Information Technology to integrate external systems with data maintained on the SIS. Remote work possible with Ellucian Colleague experience.

Essential Job Duties

• Participate in application development, enhancement and conversion projects.
• Provide technical support to the senior programming staff for best practice use of system software.
• Participate in executing system test plans for new released patches and operation system upgrades.
• Analyze code to find causes of errors, recommend solutions, and implement repairs.
• Prepare documentation for system processes.
• Participate in the full software development life cycle.
• Constantly improving skill set and sharing new knowledge with others on the team.
• Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with college policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including attending college functions, serving on committees and attending community events.

Non-Essential Job Duties

• Remain current with developments in system software, recommending changes or additions as appropriate.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Associate degree in computer information science or a related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
• Knowledge of modern object-oriented programming language (such as JAVA, .NET or C#).
• Experience with relational databases.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite).
• Basic understanding of reporting tools and report development.
• Willing and able to work unconventional hours as needed, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in response to planned or unplanned maintenance, incidents or critical security needs.

Preferred Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
• Two years of object-oriented programming experience.
• Experience with one or more scripting languages such as Perl, PowerShell or Python.
• Experience with Colleague.
• Experience using Colleague Studio.
• Experience working within a collegiate setting.

Working at Ozarks Technical Community College Provides Great Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage for employees through the CoxHealth network at no cost to employees.
• Dental, LTD and group life insurance coverage for employees at no cost to employees.
• Access to the on-site OTC Health and Wellness Clinic at no cost for employees and their dependents.
• Use of the OTC fitness center at no cost to employees.
• Twelve (12) tuition free college credit hours per fall and/or spring semester and six (6) college credit hours per summer term for employees and/or their dependents.
• College matches the employee PSRS/PEERS retirement at 14.5% or 6.86%