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On Sunday 18 February 2007 12:39, Paul King wrote:
> I am forwarding this job posting to anyone interested. This is a
> programmer/analyst position with the Ontario College of Teachers. APply by
> February 23/2007.
>
> Paul King
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> To:	"Sciguy" <sciguy-Ja3L+HSX0kI at public.gmane.org>
> Subject:	Job Postings
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>
> Posting 07-07
> Programmer Analyst
> Information Technology Unit, Executive Department
>
> Regular Position - Category 7 - 2007 Salary Range $48,956 - $74,755
>
> Purpose of Position:
> The Programmer Analyst's role is to define, develop, test, analyze, and
> maintain new software applications in support of the achievement of
> business requirements. This includes writing, coding, testing, and
> analyzing software programs and applications. The Programmer Analyst will
> also research, design, document, and modify software specifications
> throughout the production life cycle.
>
> Responsibilities:
>     · Collaborate with developers, programmers, and designers in
>     conceptualizing and development of new software programs and
> applications. · Liaise with network administrators, business analysts, and
> software engineers to assist in resolving problems with software products
> or company software systems.
>     · Analyze and assess existing business systems and procedures.
>     · Assist in the definition, development, and documentation of
>     software's business requirements, objectives, deliverables, and
> specifications on a project-by-project basis in collaboration with internal
> users and departments.
>     · Assist in defining software development project plans, including
>     scoping, scheduling, and implementation.
>     · Research, identify, analyze, and fulfill requirements of all
>     internal and external program users.
>     · Consistently write, translate, and code software programs and
>     applications according to specifications.
>     · Write programming scripts to enhance functionality and/or
>     performance of company applications as necessary.
>     · Design, run and monitor software performance tests on new and
>     existing programs for the purposes of correcting errors, isolating
> areas for improvement, and general debugging.
>     · Administer critical analysis of test results and deliver solutions
>     to problem areas.
>     · Generate statistics and write reports for management and/or team
>     members on the status of the programming process.
>     · Develop and maintain user manuals and guidelines.
>     · Train end users to operate new or modified programs.
>     · Conduct research on emerging application development software
>     products, languages, and standards in support of procurement and
> development efforts.
>     · Liaise with vendors for efficient implementation of new software
>     products or systems and for resolution of any adaptation issues.
>     · Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements and upgrades.
>     · Install software products for end users as required.
>     · Manage and/or provide guidance to junior team members.
>     · Other duties as assigned by the Manager of Information Technology
>
> Education, Skills, and Experience:
>     · College diploma or university degree in the field of computer
>     science, information systems, or software engineering, and three to
> five years work experience in the field
>     · Proficiency in a variety of programming languages, including .Net
>     2.0, SQL, and N-tier architecture is preferred.
>     · Excellent understanding of coding methods and documentation best
>     practices.
>     · Extensive relational database and operating systems experience.
>     · Thorough understanding of current platforms.
>     · Solid working knowledge of current Internet technologies.
>     · Prior experience interviewing end-users for insight on
>     functionality, interface, problems, and/or usability issues.
>     · Able to communicate effectively with non-technical staff and with
>     members of interdisciplinary teams.
>     · Hands-on experience developing test cases and test plans.
>     · Flexible and adaptable in regards to learning and understanding new
>     technologies.
>     · Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
>     · Strong English language written, oral, and interpersonal
>     communication skills. French language proficiency is an asset.
>     · Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and
>     products.
>     · Highly self motivated and directed.
>     · Keen attention to detail.
>     · Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
>     · Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-
>     pressure environment.
>     · Experience working both independently and in a team-oriented,
>     collaborative environment.
>
>   The Ontario College of Teachers offers competitive salaries,
> comprehensive benefits and a modern, progressive work environment.
>      To apply, please forward your resume no later than February 23, 2007:
>   E-mail applications preferred: careers-AX7Uu6+3wag at public.gmane.org Indicate Posting Number in
>                                subject heading.
> Alternatively, applications may be mailed to: Human Resources, Ontario
> College of Teachers,
>                   121 Bloor Street East, Toronto, ON M4W 3M5.
> As vacancies arise, job opportunities at the College are posted on the
> College web site at www.oct.ca
>
>
>
>
> Posting 07-08
> Policy Analyst
> Policy and Research Unit, Executive Department
>
> Limited term appointment to August 31, 2007
> Category 5 - 2007 Salary Range: $67,314 - $99,675
>
> Purpose of Position:
> Experienced in policy analysis and research, you will provide research,
> policy and legislative support to the College and its governing council.
> Excellent analysis, writing and presentation skills required.
>
> Responsibilities:
> Policy & Research
> ·Prepare papers and recommendations on complex policy issues.
> ·Analyze reports and policy documents prepared by ministry or
>     government departments or elsewhere within the education sector,
> preparing précis of contents and directing the attention of senior staff
> to items of concern to the College.
> ·Prepare appropriate materials including presentations, position
>     papers, briefing notes and statistical analysis for Council and
> Committee meetings, Legislative Committee hearings, policy conferences,
> working groups, task force meetings, and so forth.
> ·Co-ordinate the development of annual reports to the Legislative
>     Assembly.
> ·Respond to senior management and Council correspondence as required.
> ·Respond to written and telephone inquiries regarding general policy
>     and legislative matters.
> ·Identify and assess policy alternatives in terms of their benefits,
>     deficiencies and impact on the Ontario College of Teachers and develop
>     recommendations for consideration by senior management and the College
> Council. ·Provide timely and comprehensive briefings to senior staff,
> Council Members and stakeholders on policy issues and activities.
>
> Liaison
> ·Develop strong working relationships with assigned education
>     stakeholder groups, identifying levels of awareness and concern with
> respect to issues and services that affect them.
> ·Represent the College on Ministry committees.
> ·Support other departments by ensuring adequate stakeholder
>     consultation on policy proposals developed by the College.
>
> Legislation
> ·Research information and make substantive recommendations regarding
>     the formulation of changes to College legislation, regulations, bylaws
> or procedures.
> ·Assist in the co-ordination of issue-specific meetings involving
>     policy assistants, MPPs, Ministry staff, constituency office staff and
> their constituents.
> ·Ensure the development of briefing notes for the Minister of
>     Education and other members participating in legislative debate on
> College bills or private members' public legislation or on opposition
> motions affecting the College related legislation.
> ·Ensure that appropriate consideration and responses are provided by
>     the College to the concerns raised by government and opposition members
> and other interested parties.
>
> Issue Management
> ·Maintain issue-monitoring systems for assigned policy areas.
> ·Provide issue management support to the Manager, Registrar and the
>     Chair.
> ·Anticipate possible issues by reviewing daily press clippings and
>     other stakeholder publications.
> ·Ensure that the College is capable of reacting immediately to new
>     issues that emerge from the Ministry, the legislature or from education
> sector organizations.
> ·Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager, Policy and Research
>
>
>
>
>   The Ontario College of Teachers offers competitive salaries,
> comprehensive benefits and a modern, progressive work environment.
>      To apply, please forward your resume no later than February 23, 2007
>   E-mail applications preferred: careers-AX7Uu6+3wag at public.gmane.org Indicate Posting Number in
>                                subject heading.
> Alternatively, applications may be mailed to: Human Resources, Ontario
> College of Teachers,
>                   121 Bloor Street East, Toronto, ON M4W 3M5.
> As vacancies arise, job opportunities at the College are posted on the
> College web site at www.oct.ca
>
>
>
>
>
> Posting 07-09
> Corporate Research Analyst
> Policy and Research Unit, g Department
>
> One year limited term appointment May 2007 to May 30, 2008
> Category 5 - 2007 Salary Range: $67,314 - $99,675
>
> Purpose of Position:
> To provide corporate research services and legislative support to the
> College in general and to the Executive Department in particular.
>
> Responsibilities:
> Corporate Research and Library
> ·Analyze reports and policy documents prepared by ministry or
>     government departments or elsewhere within the education sector,
> preparing précis of contents and directing the attention of senior staff
> to items of concern to the College.
> ·Perform administrative, liaison and dissemination activities
>     associated with research activities.
> ·Review and approve orders for materials to update or enhance the
>     College library's collection of research materials.
> ·Monitor legislation and maintain the Acts and regulations collection
>     in the College's library.
> ·Identify, order and maintain key reference materials for the
>     College's library.
> ·Provide College staff with research support.
> ·Maintain corporate statistics for annual reports and studies.
> ·Maintain cataloguing for the College's library central collection.
> ·Oversee the library on-line catalogue, circulation and reporting
>     systems.
> ·Supervise and support College library technicians.
> ·Ensure that the College is capable of reacting immediately to new
>     issues that emerge from the Ministry, the legislature or from education
> sector organizations.
> ·Respond to College member inquiries.
>
> Legislative and Policy
> ·Prepare papers and recommendations on complex policy issues.
> ·Prepare appropriate materials including presentations, position
>     papers, briefing notes and statistical analysis for Council and
> Committee meetings, Legislative Committee hearings, policy conferences,
> working groups, task force meetings and so forth.
> ·Respond to written and telephone inquiries regarding general policy
>     and legislative matters.
> ·Provide timely and comprehensive briefings to senior staff, Council
>     Members and stakeholders on legislative and policy issues and
> activities. ·Research information and make substantive recommendations
> regarding the formulation of changes to College legislation, regulations,
> bylaws or procedures.
> ·Ensure the development of briefing notes for the Minister of
>     Education and other members participating in legislative debate on
> College bills or private members' public legislation or on opposition
> motions affecting the College-related legislation.
> ·Monitor federal and provincial legislation to identify implications
>     for the College and prepare reports and/or briefing notes for the
> Registrar, College Council and Committees.
> · Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager, Policy and Research.
>
>
>
>   The Ontario College of Teachers offers competitive salaries,
> comprehensive benefits and a modern, progressive work environment.
>      To apply, please forward your resume no later than February 23, 2007
>   E-mail applications preferred: careers-AX7Uu6+3wag at public.gmane.org Indicate Posting Number in
>                                subject heading.
> Alternatively, applications may be mailed to: Human Resources, Ontario
> College of Teachers,
>                   121 Bloor Street East, Toronto, ON M4W 3M5.
> As vacancies arise, job opportunities at the College are posted on the
> College web site at www.oct.ca
>
>
>
>
>
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