Senior Programmer Analyst (Part-Time)

Responsible for a significant portion of the information system process in assigned areas including system analysis, file design, programming, and system interface.

Responsible for maintenance and development of the information system process including all facets of planning, system analysis, database and/or file design, system interface of hardware and software, security, and programming.

Coordinate with clients, vendors, and consultants.

Perform successful testing, create and maintain documentation, and implement programs or processes as assigned.  Program through analysis, with the principal emphasis to be balanced and generally dealing with full scale projects with analysis/programming.

Support and provide assistance to all clients in all facets of the information system process, including but not limited to preparation of documentation manuals, including any changes or enhancements.

Develop, organize, and conduct user training and problem research, and provide on-call operational support for problem identification and resolution requiring immediate intervention.

Design, develop, plan, research, and investigate solutions to assigned problems, systems, and programs to ensure credibility and accuracy.  Investigate software systems and programs for college solutions and recommend alternatives, acquisitions, and financial impact.

Responsible for the operational effectiveness and efficiency of assigned programs and/or systems to include the development and implementation of operational and College procedures.

Develop, recommend, implement, change, and enforce appropriate standards and procedures necessary to support and improve organizational units throughout the College.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years of related experience.

NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education MUST be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred. The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application. 

2. Experience in all facets of planning, system analysis, database and file design, system interface of hardware and software, security, and programming.

3. Experience supporting and providing assistance to all clients in all facets of the information system process.

4. Effective (written and oral) communication skills.

5. Effective interpersonal and organizational skills, and must be detail-oriented.

6. Highly effective troubleshooting, analytical, and problem solving skills.

7. Experience working with all levels of users and vendors.

8. Basic knowledge of state-of-the-art and traditional packaged solutions.

9. Working knowledge of UNIX or comparable operating systems.

10. Experience programming in SQL, SQLPlus, PLSQL, ProC++, and ProCobol.

11.  Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

12. Ability to embrace diversity and inclusion and perform in a multicultural community college setting.

Special Conditions:
1. The El Paso Community College is building a pool of Applicants for part-time staff positions. This pool will be accessed when an opening arises. Your application will remain active for approximately one (1) year from July 2024 to June 2025. After this time, you will need to re-apply if you are still interested in remaining a part of the pool.

2. This is a security-sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College's policies and procedures.

3. Job will require irregular or extended work hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

4. Must be able to travel to different locations throughout the district using own transportation.

5. Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable.  

6. Open until filled.

Individuals desiring consideration MUST complete and submit an EPCC Application for Employment on-line by the announced deadline.

COPIES OF ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE uploaded with the application. CURRENT EMPLOYEES ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO UPLOAD THEIR TRANSCRIPTS WITH EACH SUBMITTED APPLICATION; TRANSCRIPTS IN PERSONNEL FILES CANNOT BE ACCESSED BY EVALUATORS FOR THIS PURPOSE.

 Only documents stating 'Transcript' or 'Unofficial Transcript' will be accepted.  Other documents (Degree Audit, Degree Summary, Program Summary, etc.), uploaded in lieu of transcripts will not be accepted.

If you are unable to attach your transcripts to your application, please mail your transcripts to El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents MUST include the position title and posting number for this position vacancy.

A letter of application, resume, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents are optional but highly encouraged and may be submitted on-line with the application form or forwarded to the Human Resources Department at El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998.

 Mailed documents must be received by the application deadline.  Documents received after the application deadline will not be accepted.

Copies of transcripts must reflect completed coursework and conferred degrees. All academic coursework and degrees must be from an accredited college or university or be certified by an acceptable agency that the institution is recognized by the appropriate governmental agency in its home country (this is generally stated in the degree evaluation).

Transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a full translation (word for word) by a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Additionally, each foreign transcript must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited coursework.

Applications containing foreign transcripts that are not accompanied with the above required documentation will not be considered.

In accordance with federal law and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate must furnish documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before being employed.

The El Paso County Community College district is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.