USA OH Oberlin College Analyst/Prog

                      A N A L Y S T / P R O G R A M M E R
                               OBERLIN COLLEGE

The Irvin E. Houck Computing Center at Oberlin College seeks two energetic, congenial, organized, and self-motivated individuals to join the staff of its Administrative Computing Services group as Analyst/Programmers.

The Analyst/Programmer is a full-time Administrative and Professional Staff position responsible for the development and support of administrative information systems servicing the major administrative functions of the institution.

Oberlin's administrative computing infrastructure is based on enterprise-wide computing concepts using Oracle relational database technology at the core. VAX/OpenVMS is the primary central computing environment, with client Macintosh and Windows/DOS microcomputers communicating with the central systems over the institution's campus-wide ethernet network.

The candidates of most interest will display the following qualities:

• A minimum of 2 to 4 years experience in programming complex information systems, preferably in a higher education setting, combined with a bachelor's degree, preferably in computer science or a related field.
• Highly-developed business analysis skills including process modeling and data abstraction techniques.
• Planning and organizational skills, including the ability to plan, manage, and execute complex technical projects.
• The ability to interact well and maintain good working relationships in a highly interactive software development team environment.
• Fluency in C and COBOL and experience with the Oracle7 relational database management system and related tools (SQL*Forms, SQL*Plus, PL/SQL, etc.). Extensive experience with the VAX/OpenVMS operating system environment. Experience with the Apple Macintosh system.
• Willingness to adjust to the fast pace of changes in computer technology by staying current with information provided at seminars and via printed and electronic media.
• The ability to communicate well orally and through written reports and planning documents, especially in the area of communicating technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Previous experience with financial accounting and human resource applications.

Oberlin College is a highly selective liberal arts college of 2800 students located in the rural environment of northeastern Ohio, yet having convenient access to metropolitan Cleveland. The college provides a competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus attractive benefits which include a generous pension program, medical and long-term disability insurance, one month annual vacation, life insurance, and tuition support for children.

Screening of candidates will begin on October 24,1994 and will continue until the positions are filled. Applications, including a complete resume, references, and salary requirements should be directed to:

          Michael Dieckmann
          Irvin E. Houck Computing Center
          Oberlin College
          Oberlin, OH  44074
          internet:  bmike_at_ocvaxc.cc.oberlin.edu
          FAX:  216-775-8573

Oberlin College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity employer. Women and members of minority groups are particularly encouraged to apply. Received on Wed Sep 14 1994 - 21:23:12 CEST