Computer Software & Programming Specialist, Learning & Teaching Center Computer Software & Programming Specialist, Learning & Teaching Center

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Full-time position

PRIMARY DUTY: The Computer Software/Programming Specialist serves as the primary programming and technology contact for the Learning & Teaching Center. They will work with the director of the Learning & Teaching Center and Northwest Online, staff, and student staff to assist in developing and maintaining projects, scripts, and programs for various initiatives related to learning and teaching and Northwest Online. They will be responsible for maintenance of all hardware, software, and servers within the office. In addition, they will hire, train, and supervise student staff for the office working closely with two graduate assistants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Manage and maintain servers, computers, and various software and applications.
2. Oversee and assist with the design and development of programming projects including LTIs used within Northwest Online (Canvas) and projects created for the university community.
3. Oversee the maintenance of programming projects for the university community currently in use which includes, but is not limited to, OP Student Scheduler Application, OP Textbook Application, Workshop Management System, and an Attendance Tracking System with room kiosks.
4. Manage and maintain databases.
5. Oversee student staff and initiatives. 
6. Assist with support and training of faculty for Northwest Online (Canvas)
7. Assist with support and training of faculty in resource software such as Lockdown Browser, Turnitin, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.
8. Manage and maintain approximately 60 Attendance Tracking System Kiosks across campus and the application.
9. Develop and present professional development presentations for faculty and staff.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: MS in Computer Science Programming

Experience: Experience in programming

Skills: Database knowledge and programming; Object oriented and web-page programming; Basic server knowledge in both Microsoft and Linux servers; Deployment processes for Internet content 

WORKING CONDITIONS: Typical office environment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise two graduate assistants and 5-15 student employees

EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED: Could use any of the following: MS SQL, MySQL, ASP.net, .net Core, C#, Node.js, Java, Python, Vue.js, HTML, CSS, Restful API, Git, Linux, IIS, Glassfish, Nginx, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds

COMMUNITY: Northwest Missouri State University is located in Maryville, Missouri, a community of 12,000 with a diverse economy and a strong industrial base. Maryville is located 45 miles north of St. Joseph, Missouri, 90 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri, and 110 miles southeast of Omaha, Nebraska. For more information visit the city’s website at www.maryville.org.

UNIVERSITY: With an enrollment of about 10,000 students, Northwest is a coeducational, primarily residential four-year university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs on its Maryville campus as well as its Northwest-Kansas City location at the Northland Innovation Center and through Northwest Online.

Founded in 1905 and ranked by U.S. News and World Report among the top public regional universities in the Midwest, Northwestplaces a high emphasis on profession-based learning to help graduates get a jump start on their careers. Students have opportunities to build their résumés with experiences on campus in nearly every area of study, including the Horace Mann Laboratory School, National Public Radio affiliate KXCV, the R.T. Wright Farm, Mozingo Outdoor Education Recreation Area and Knacktive, a student-driven integrated digital marketing communications agency.

The University also is a national model for student success and career placement with 96 percent of graduates securing employment or continuing their education within six months of completing a degree at Northwest, according to the most recent data. 

Furthermore, its vibrant and diverse learning community offers more than 150 student organizations, and textbooks and a laptop are included in tuition, which is among the lowest in the nation, saving students an estimated $6,800 over four years. Northwest also offers 1,200 student employment positions, allowing students to build professional skills through its internationally benchmarked student employment program.Designated the Missouri Arboretum, the Northwest campus was named one of the “50 Most Amazing University Botanical Gardens and Arboretums in the U.S.”

For more information about Northwest and its performance, visit www.nwmissouri.edu. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until the position is filled 

DATE AVAILABLE: Immediately

TO APPLY: Please fill out a Northwest application online by clicking https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/nwmissouri to reach our employment opportunities listing. You will also need to submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three references in order for your application materials to be complete. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-562-1127 or email [email protected] for more information.

The Office of Human Resource prides itself in offering a full, competitive benefits package with providers, who we feel, will offer the best service possible to the employees. Full-time employees are offered Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-term Disability insurance options as well as retirement plans upon employment at the University. For more information on each of these topics, please contact the office of Human Resources at (660) 562-1127 or via email at [email protected].

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