Enterprise System Admininstrator

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Eastern Mennonite University (http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) is a private, faith-based, liberal arts university in Harrisonburg, Virginia known for academic excellence and affordability with a focus on service, social justice, and global engagement. With more than 1500 students studying at our main campus in Harrisonburg, Virginia; at our Lancaster, Pennsylvania instructional site; and online, EMU offers rigorous academic study at the undergraduate and graduate level.

EMU is committed to an inclusive and equitable campus community where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and can be their authentic self. Our goal is to remove the barriers that underrepresented and marginalized groups have frequently encountered in our society. We commit to address the structures that produce discrimination, racial injustice, gender inequities and other forms of oppression, and to fully include LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and other members of historically minoritized communities.

EMU encourages students, faculty and staff to live their faith and values through service to others, peacemaking, cross-cultural engagement and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMU is committed to enhancing our community and encourages applications from qualified individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who would deepen the diversity of the University.

Enterprise System Administrator

Information Technology

Director of IT

Exempt

Regular, 12 mo., FT, M-F

The Enterprise System Administrator is a part of the IT team responsible for training, supporting, operating, documenting, implementing, and developing strategies for enterprise applications at EMU, including the student information system and related services.

• Jenzabar One (J1)
• Jenzabar Internet Campus Solution (JICS)
• Jenzabar One Web (J1web)
• Info Maker reporting tools and related J1 functionality
• Power
  
  FAIDs and related J1 functionality
• CASHNet and related J1 functionality
• Microsoft SQL Server and associated tools and technologies, including Transact-SQL, as used by J1 and related tools.
• Microsoft SQL Server Information Services or similar data interchange systems.
• Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office as used in an enterprise environment.
• Google Workspace for Education as used in an enterprise environment.
• Team Dynamix or similar ITSM system.

• Planning and managing application and database changes, including upgrades.
• Document, maintain and support data flows between enterprise applications.
• Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies.
• Ensure enterprise application data is securely stored and monitored to prevent breaches.
• Manage user access and permissions.
• Coordinate and manage training for enterprise applications and data management practices.
• Document operational procedures.
• Fostering data governance and application management best practices.

• Strong knowledge of database structures, theories, principles and practices.
• Proficiency in SQL and scripting languages.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to deal effectively with a variety of situations and constituents.
• Ability to relate well to users of varying technical proficiency.
• Ability to respond to user requests efficiently and effectively while balancing multiple competing requests in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities while working both independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail for accurately preparing and maintaining accurate records, correspondence, administer, test, and coordinate information.
• Ability to take initiative, set goals, prioritize and organize job tasks and workload in order to meet deadlines, ability to complete work in a timely manner and communicate progress routinely.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, critically, and creatively and utilize good judgment in decision‑making and planning.
• Ability…