General Description

-      Manages day to day operations and support of the existing applications portfolio.

-      Develops, maintains and enhances custom applications in the North America business units.

-      Responsible for all aspects of resource and process management for a staff of approximately 30, including budgeting and cost management, application development methodology,  activities, tools, processes and discipline.

-      Act as an internal consultant by providing top-level guidance to the most complex business and technical projects and providing strategic direction and leadership for the planning and execution of major technology projects.

-      Manage solution options with external service delivery partners and oversee planning and management of application systems development, interfaces, maintenance, and enhancement projects.

-      Stays abreast of new developments in software industry and periodically briefs senior management on new trends or products that could be introduced to reduce costs or increase efficiency and productivity.  

Work Experience Requirements

-      Significant experience (10 – 15 years) with application development methodology processes and best practices.

-      Requires at least 10 years of direct management experience including operational management experience with large scale ERP systems, custom developed applications and COTS.

-      Working knowledge of ITIL and experience in delivering operational services to SLA targets.

-      Thorough knowledge of the applications development process, including industry-standard documentation, flow charting, version control and software change management, best practices, and familiarity with ISO and other applicable standards.

-      Proven ability and experience with transforming legacy applications to ERP and current technology systems.

-      Proficiency in at least one second-level programming language and in one or more fourth-level languages.

-      Significant development experience with .NET framework, AJAX and web services.

-      Experience successfully implementing multiple complex projects simultaneously using structured project management methodology.

-      Ability to influence management (C-level suite) to present/sell strategic ideas and vision, as well as effective communication skills.  

Education Requirements

-      Bachelor’s degree in management or computer sciences.

-      PMP Certification desired

-      Specific training in software development lifecycle management

Questions & Answers

Q:  Are all the applications that will be developed for internal use or are some of them for product purpose?

A:  All applications we develop will be consumed internally – our core business is Oil Field Services – not application development. We are trying to go to as much Commercial Software as possible, but where necessary we are developing in .NET and now BPM (SoftwareAG).

Q:  How important is the experience with ITIL? i.e. Will you look at candidates without ITIL?

A:  I need some professional operational experience – if not outsourcing experience (has run data centers and application support for customers) then I at least need someone familiar with Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) and Best Practice operational guidelines (i.e. How to be compliant with SOX, etc.).

Q:  Will you look at someone who has managed Java application development projects instead of .NET?

A:  Yes – but we will have both technologies – needs to be relatively strong in one or the other

Q:  Do they need experience working with a particular version control or software configuration software product? 

A:  No requirements for a specific tool set, but want them to have operational experience in working with such tools.

Q:  How important is Global experience?
A:  Preferred but not necessary.

Q:  How would you describe the person you are looking for?
A: 

Description of the work to be performed:

• Admin support for MOSS environment SharePoint 2007
• Admin support for WSS 3.0 environment
• Experience with webpart customization
• Provide knowledge transfers to current team
• Knowledge of best practices
• Knowledge of security structure
• Good communications skills
• Team player
• Degree preferred

Desired Skills:

• SharePoint 2007
• WSS 3.0
• SharePoint Designer
• SharePoint Developer (C#, asp.NET)
• InfoPath/Forms
• Workflows

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Responsibilities:

· Providing 24×7 on-call emergency support for severity one issues and other business critical situations in a fast paced environment. These systems include enterprise software for energy trading, energy risk analysis, human resources, finance, and energy plant operations.

· Completes technical implementation and migration of upgrades, patches, code releases, and database changes for the various enterprise applications.

· Interacts daily with user community, business analysts, infrastructure team, developers, and managers to support the applications, resolve issues, and recommend strategic application growth.

· Responsible for creating necessary technical, user, and system documentation.

· Responsible for driving business and functional requirements to enough technical details for system implementations.

· Is technical resource for application support procedures, policies, and technology.

· Follow a strict methodology and process for change control, application support, and escalation.

· Responsible for working with the software development team in implementing, design, supporting, and monitoring custom integrations and applications.

· Migrates custom code, integrations, and interfaces to the production environment for the software development team following stringent Sarbanes Oxley change control requirements.

· Not responsible for maintaining Windows OS, server hardware, network, and/or database administration.

· Monitoring of various batch, DTS, file, FTP, HTTPS, and related integration jobs utilizing Windows Event Log, NetIQ, Windows NT Scheduler and various commercial-off-the-shelf scheduling tools and utilities.

· Administrator for various applications including business data administration, configuration/setup, report writing, and security administration.

Qualifications:

· Five or more years of experience installing, implementing, and supporting enterprise applications in a Windows-based infrastructure.

· Experience in Administering and Developing in Lotus Notes

· Ability to multi-task, will be required to work on various projects.

· Experience working with Business Analysts and Developers to provide solutions which further enhance the application and provide the business user with an improved product

· Comfortable with Windows operating system, install/uninstalling applications and the various components associated with the applications compiled in Visual Basic, C++, and Java.

· Support, manage and deploy large scale applications based on technologies such as Microsoft Internet Information Service (IIS), BEA Weblogic, Cognos, and WebSphere.

· Ability to create and maintain clearly written technical, user, and system documentation.

· Possess strong problem solving skills and customer service attitude and focus.  Be able to follow-up with managers, peers, and customers on all projects and efforts.

· Good team player with excellent communications (oral and written), interpersonal and organizational skills.

· Familiarity with an array of business technologies (operating systems, security, networking, programming, databases, etc).  Required to troubleshoot basic operating, security, and networking issues that could impact the application, performance, and or user access.

· Basic understanding of Microsoft SQL Server including Query Analyzer, Enterprise Manager, installation, configuration, DTS, BCP, database backups/restores, stored procedures, and database maintenance.

· Basic understanding of Windows-based Oracle including SQLPlus/Toad, Enterprise Manager, installation, configuration, database exports/imports, stored procedures, and database maintenance.

· Familiar with troubleshooting and repairing basic micro-computer hardware, components, and accessories.

· Experience with Project Management and methodologies to successful product delivery

· Familiar with the Sarbanes Oxley control environment and change control processes preferred.

· Ability to produce error-free and well tested solutions that meet requirements.

· Experience with Net IQ monitoring tool preferred but not required.

· A motivated self-starter that is able to work independently and in teams on tasks and projects with limited supervision.

· Energy industry background preferred but not required.

· Preferred experience with applications such as:  Zainet, nMarket, JDEdwards/Peoplesoft, Fuelworx, Ceridian, Kronos, Concur, Outlooksoft, and PI

Job Description

Will be responsible for: 

· tracking data conversion for multiple sites

· assisting in training material creation and documentation

· hardware ordering and invoice tracking

· various Project Management documents

Must have:

· Strong Organizational Skills

· Strong Excel ; Word; MS Project knowledge

· Ability to work well with multiple levels of management / departments

Other Key Responsibilities:
- Document and Present Results
- Train/Mentor mid-level DBA’s
- Develop and Manage Development/Test Environment
- Change Management and Change Management SW Implementation (PVCS)

Duration:  Permanent candidates as well long-term (3-years +) contract candidates will be considered

Qualifications:
- Sr. Level Applications DBA Experience Architectual Experience
- Oracle E-Business Modules (Financials, Order to Cash, Procure to Pay, Project Management, and Order Management)
- Manufacturing Industry Experience
- Excellent Communications and Business Professional Personality

Required

-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Candidate must have the ability to interface with all levels of project personnel.

-Intermediate Access and Excel skill set

-Working knowledge of Oracle DBMS, including TOAD

-One full SDLC implementation in an ERP System

-1-2 years prior data conversion responsibilities, including the creation and maintenance of SQL scripts.

-Manage and coordinate multiple projects to meet deadlines with minimal supervision

Preferred

-Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

-3-5 years in a data conversion role

-Familiarity with the Transportation Industry Information Needs

-One year experience using the Maximus Fleetfocus M5 Application, or other Fleet Management System

-Working knowledge of Remedy or other Issue Management software

-Experience creating and maintaining PL/SQL Programming Procedures

-Ability to create Korn Shell scripts

-Mastery of Excel Macros and VB Script

-Loadrunner/Winrunner data load tool experience

Job Description:

Our client needs a team-oriented, senior level Windows (NT/2000/2003) Server Administrator with 5-8+ years experience to work in their offices located on the South side of town.

· Candidate must have experience in a large environment (+300servers) working on server installation, set-up, configuration and administration.

· Candidate must be a motivated self-starter with strong project management techniques.

· In addition, candidate must possess senior level problem analysis and resolution skills.

· Detailed performance tuning skills are also required.

· Candidate must also possess strong communication (written and oral) and organizational skills.

· A BS in Computer Science or a related field is preferred.

· MCSE is a plus! Salary is dependent on skills and experience.  

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Needs / Wants –

1.) Strong Team Lead Skills

2.) Strong Problem solving skills

3.) Great Communication skills

4.) Project work experience

5.) Windows 2000 – 2003 experience

6.) Microsoft Virtual Server experience

7.) Strong AD experience

8.) Web services experience

9.) It is in a 300+ Server environment so they must have experience / worked in a large server shop

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• SAP 4.7 Org Management configuration maintenance and enhancements functionality.
• Resolution of Production issues related to Org Management functionality.
• Maintenance of technical documentation and training materials for Org Management functionality.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 years minimum SAP HR configuration experience
• Configuration experience in Org Management preferred
• Strong documentation skills – business processes, process flows
• HR process knowledge and experience

Job Description:

Project Execution Systems – Primary SAP T&L Configuration and Support Team Lead
- Payroll/Time & Labor Production Support
- Payroll/Time & Labor configuration
- Leads Payroll/Time & Labor support team
Requires:
Considerable previous SAP Time & Labor/Payroll experience in a production support environment.
Strong ability to troubleshoot in a heavily customized implementation.
Experience with multiple countries (US, UK, Australia, Singapore, South Africa, etc).
Previous experience with ALE.
Ability to lead a small team.
Ability to mentor other team members.
Must be able to juggle multiple priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Solid SAP configuration knowledge of:
Master Data/Infotypes
SAP CATS (as well as detailed knowledge of CATSDB)
SAP Time Management (including schemas and rules)
SAP Work schedules
SAP Absence Attendance codes
SAP Wage Type Configuration
SAP Gross Payroll (including schemas and rules)