Job Details

Academic Technology Specialist

Position Number: 6096277
Location: Pomona, CA
Position Type: Instructional Technology and Design

Academic Technology Specialist

Posting Number: S01596
Campus:
Department: 1701-College of Veterinary Medicine

Classification Pay Scale
In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.

Expected Pay Scale
Minimum: $24.00
Maximum $28.00

Job Summary

The Information Technology Specialist supports curriculum delivery by implementing software solutions, enhancing the efficiency of electronic platforms, and developing internal applications or automations used by the college.

The Information Technology Specialist reports to the Senior Director of Operations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

1. Ability to adapt quickly to new software platforms and development frameworks, while understanding the software development life cycle.

2. Organizational skills and abilities to prioritize workload and complete detail-oriented assignments.

3. Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skill to work well with limited guidance.

4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to articulate technical concepts clearly to individuals with limited technical knowledge or experience.

5. Ability to perform requirements gathering to effectively document and clarify project specifications.

6. Ability to translate design specifications into functioning software solutions.

7. Must be able to work well with others in a team-oriented environment.

8. Must be able to manage workload and meet deadlines and challenges in a professional manner.

9. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced office setting.

10. Based on requirement analysis, the IT specialist must have the ability to assess/evaluate off the shelf-software and provide educated recommendations for potential implementation.

11. Strong understanding of Django and .NET frameworks.

12. Advanced knowledge of relational databases, SQL queries, and database design in MySQL or MariaDB.

13. Proficient understanding of using various APIs to facilitate data retrieval in scripts, applications, or other automations.

14. Comprehensive knowledge on web related technologies:

HTML and CSS
XML and JSON
JavaScript and jQuery
Bootstrap

15. Familiarity with the Microsoft 365 suite of products, including but not limited to Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, and PowerBIcloud

16. Familiarity with SDLC methodologies including: Waterfall, Agile and Iterative.

17. Familiarity with SDLC methodologies including: Waterfall, Agile and Iterative.

18. Embody a commitment to Humanism

Required Qualifications

1. Education: Required - BS in Information Technology or Computer Science. Any combination of education, training, or experience equivalent that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

2. Experience: Preferred minimum Two to three years of full stack software development experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:
Familiar with API access/development preferred.
Experience in developing software solutions under Agile preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft PowerApps, Power Automate, and SharePoint.

Posting Date: 03/21/2025
Closing Date:

Essential Job Duties

To apply, visit https://jobs.westernu.edu/postings/32403