Application Analyst I

Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Definition of Class

This position supports one or more software applications. The incumbent manages accounts, runs reports, configures applications for departmental use and trains end users.  

Examples of Work Performed

• Transforming data to facilitate its movement from one system to another
• Using APIs as part of regular duties (e.g., moving data between systems) or as part of research support (e.g., extracting data from vendor databases or social media)
• Creating and advising on programmatic solutions for library services, particularly related to the library collection
• Performing data cleanup using tools such as Microsoft Excel, pandas, and/or OpenRefine
• Consulting with librarians and/or researchers on how software-based solutions could be incorporated into research projects
• Supporting the Scholar Support and Data Services department and other units as needed using programming languages (e.g., Python, R), relational database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL), and web development tools (HTML, CSS)
• Making recommendations on how applications can be used to match organizational needs
• Developing detailed and concise application documentation for training users and conducting one-on-one, as well as group instruction
• Performing similar or related duties as assigned or required

Essential Functions

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified
and included by the hiring department.

1. Supports software application.
2. Assists non-technical users with application function.
3. Manages data associated with software application.
4. Serves as a liaison with vendor support unit.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field from an accredited four-year college or university.

 

AND

 

Experience:
One (1) year of experience related to the above described duties.

 

Substitution Statement:
Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.

 

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

 

Salary/Wage Information

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EEO Statement

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Background Check Statement

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