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University of Georgia

Application Programmer Associate-Ento (Bugwood)

University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604


Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting NumberS11424P

Working TitleApplication Programmer Associate-Ento (Bugwood)

DepartmentCAES-Entomology

About the University of GeorgiaSince our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/DepartmentIn 2018, The UGA Tifton Campus began a yearlong Centennial celebration with various events to commemorate its 100th anniversary of providing updated research to the community.

Research is done on a wide range of commodities, including cotton, peanuts, vegetables and turf grass, all of which make agriculture the No. 1 industry in Georgia.

In 2004, a teaching program was initiated and it has been growing ever since. College-level instruction on campus is aimed at undergraduate and graduate-degree level study.

College/Unit/Department website

Posting TypeExternal

Retirement PlanTRS or ORP

Employment TypeEmployee

Benefits EligibilityBenefits Eligible

Full/Part timeFull Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule InformationSchedule will be determined by supervisor

Advertised Salary$37,068 - $57,350 based on education, experience and training

Posting Date12/18/2023

Open until filledYes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date02/01/2024

Special Instructions to ApplicantsThis position is located in Tifton, GA, which is approximately 200 miles southwest of Athens, Georgia, 200 miles south of Atlanta, GA and approximately 70 miles north of the Florida line.

Location of VacancyTifton Area

EEO Policy StatementThe University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values StatementThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at

https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at

https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Position Information

Classification TitleIT Application Support Professional

FLSAExempt

FTE1.00

Minimum QualificationsRequires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field with sufficient experience to show competence and innovation in application development.

Experience in developing web applications for forestry, agriculture and/or natural resources.

Position SummaryThis position is part of the Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health at the University of Georgia - Tifton Campus (Bugwood). The Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health develops, maintains and hosts a large number of digital tools and resources including web, smartphone, and database applications.

This incumbent is responsible for working with center staff, federal and state agencies, and other stakeholders to maintain and develop the Bugwood digital resources. They also serve a leading role in web application development. The Application Programmer Associate must have a working knowledge of programming languages such as NodeJS, ColdFusion, Python and JavaScript.Additional familiarity and experience with front-end frameworks such as React or Svelte would be a benefit. The job requires understanding of how to create web applications that provide users with efficient and effective means of interacting with data.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Programming languages such as JavaScript, CSS, HTML, NodeJS, Python, ColdFusion

Front-end Frameworks such as React, Svelte, Angular, Bootstrap

Testing, Environment aware configuration and development

Effective written and verbal communication and organizational skills

Maintain appropriate documentation

Working knowledge of or proven capability to quickly learn additional programming languages, systems, and other tools as needed.

Physical Demands

Ability to sit at a computer most of the day.

Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?No

Does this position require a P-Card?No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)No

Credit and P-Card policyBe advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the

UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation PolicyOffers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the

UGA Background Check website .

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/ResponsibilitiesDevelop new web applications and maintain existing applicationsMaintain web applications

Design, develop, test, and deploy new web applications

Implement both front-end and back-end functionalities

Follow best practices

Document source code

Gather user requirements for requested application features, improvements, etc.

Resolve applications' bugs, issues, defects, etc.

Applications' performance optimization and improvement

Percentage of time60

Duties/ResponsibilitiesQuality ControlTest applications for potential functionality and data security issues and document findings.

Investigate and resolve bugs/issues for both new development and existing applications and document progress.

Percentage of time20

Duties/ResponsibilitiesProject Planning/Research and DevelopmentResearch, test, and learn new software development tools and frameworks as assigned by project analysts/managers.

Interpret website functionality requirements based on client descriptions.

Provide estimates of development time requirements to project managers/supervisors.

Document proposed application architecture/code for new projects and features.

Percentage of time10

Duties/ResponsibilitiesMiscellaneousAssemble information for use in applications

Computer technical support

Server administration

Other duties as assigned

Percentage of time10