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Job Summary
Simmons University is looking for a Technical Operations Analyst to join the Technology Department. Reporting to the Director, Data Analytics, Integration and Architecture, the Technical Operations Analyst will own the support for all mission critical Enterprise Applications for the University. From providing application support and training to developing application-related documentation, the Technical Operations Analyst will serve as a trusted business partner with cross-organizational groups and external vendors.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate a strong desire and ability to develop expertise in multiple applications to support the changing needs of the community. As a University committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, we seek applicants who embody and incorporate these values in their everyday work.

Responsibilities:

Product Expertise & Operations

• Serve as a subject matter expert on assigned application(s), ensuring stakeholder and end-user needs are met;
• Manage the Enterprise Applications ticket queue, triaging problems and issue resolution;
• Manage application maintenance (patches, upgrades, etc.), including the deployment of changes to the production environment, ensuring minimal disruption to end users;
• Establish metrics by which to assess the application, reporting regularly to management;
• Support Project Management Office with project work related to assigned application(s);
• Establish and manage Service Level Agreements (SLA's) with relevant stakeholders;
• Manage relationships with application vendors;
• Collaborate with Enterprise Product Support team to share best practices and to streamline processes.

Training and Communication

• Establish a training strategy enable end users to maximize their use of the application;
• Lead and facilitate end user training including instructor-led classroom sessions, online e-learning exercises, vendor delivered sessions, written courses, or one-on-one training as needed;
• Develop and maintain technical and end user documentation related to assigned application(s);
• Establish and manage communication protocols for application updates, issue resolution and other related information;
• Cross-train other Enterprise Product Support Specialists on applications for which this role is responsible for and become cross-trained on other applications used by Simmons University.

Customer Support

• Partner with end users to understand their needs with and how they utilize the application(s);
• Troubleshoot application issues by phone and in person to ensure that all issues reach a resolution in timely manner;
• Work with end users to understand reporting needs and develop appropriate reports and reporting delivery scheduling;
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related field;
• 3+ years' experience of related experience;
• Previous experience or knowledge of applications including Workday, Radius Admissions Application, Ellucian Colleague, and Touchnet Online sales preferred;
• Excellent customer service and support skills;
• Knowledge of and experience using ITIL best practices;
• Strong written, oral, and presentation skills;
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and organization skills.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Salary Grade
S07

Instructions to Applicants: Please upload all applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the "Resume/CV" box on page 2 ("My Experience") of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).

Simmons University is committed to inclusive excellence in all aspects of an individual's community experience. As a university committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices-at all levels, for all positions-ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.

To apply, visit https://simmons.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Simmons-Careers/job/Main-Campus---Boston-MA/Technical-Operations-Analyst_R05842

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