IT Senior Manager of Apps and Data

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

The UGA Facilities Management Division is the largest of 7 divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The exceptional staff of over 800 personnel manage, operate, and maintain campus landscapes, buildings, and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University of Georgia.

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
No on call
Not an essential worker
Some night and/or weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the organization.

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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.

This position is responsible for the leadership and direction of IT Application/Programming specialists and the coordination and delivery of meaningful data products for the Facilities Management Division at the University of Georgia. This individual will drive quality, efficiency, and a high level of customer service with all interactions. This individual is a self-motivated team player who effectively works with technical and non-technical customers, team members, and outside individuals to achieve the goals of the unit. FMD seeks candidates who demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough understanding of the computer field, the university environment, and the range of customers IT serves. Proven organizational, project management, interpersonal communication, and leadership skills are necessary. This person should also have a general knowledge of information technology trends and best practices in relation to programming and data.

* Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, business computer systems, or similar, and at least three years of experience in a lead technical role with increasing responsibilities

* Familiarity and demonstrated experience with software development standards and methodologies.

* Familiarity with programming languages i.e. C#, ASP. NET MVC, Python

* Experience retrieving and posting data to Restful Web Services via custom code and/or low-code/no-code platforms

* Database connection and querying experience such as Oracle, MSSQL

* Data analytics and data architecture concepts

* Experience with Qlik analytics platform

* Good critical thinking abilities

* Lift, move, and carry computers during a normal 8 hour work day.

* Stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, and work with hands above head.

* Sit using computer for to an 8 hr. normal shift

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.

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 UGA Background Check website.