Job Title: Applications Specialist
Reports To: IT Manager
Department: Information Technology Department
Classification: Full-time, Exempt (salaried)

POSITION CONCEPT AND OVERVIEW
Repair, troubleshoot, setup, diagnose and remedy staff, faculty and students requests for desktop, media cart, telecommunications (phone) and network connections.  Provide faculty, staff, and students support for common desktop applications and common network and hardware issues; resolve problems and coordinate the solution with the IT Manager.  Ensures that such requests are handled in an effective manner and documents the proper recording of all information for a service request providing communication links for future contacts and escalation. Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.  Effectively handle workstation, phone, laptop, network connectivity and printing issues.   Install, configure, update, troubleshoot and repair minor hardware problems.  Maintain appropriate databases with information regarding software and hardware assets within Marygrove. 

Position Performance Factors (Core Competencies)

1. Performs assigned tasks and duties with little or no instruction
2. Manage and maintain system tasks and assigned projects to successful resolution.
3. Good communications skills for recording problems and extracting information about problems from the end user.
4. Perform PC/Workstation setup , upgrades and imaging
5. Responsible for student, staff and faculty PC, laptop, phone, Smart Classroom, Media Cart readiness semester to semester
6. May serve as a trainer for Student Work Study and Student Assistant
7. Schedule and perform system equipment moves
8. Setup, configure and administer phones and phone structure
9. Documentation of processes where necessary
10. Maintenance of internal databases for hardware and software inventory
11. Must be able to work flexible hours.  Need to work a rotation of hours including Saturday work
12. Need to be able to lift and move up to 40 lbs.
13. Subject matter expert on faculty, staff and students IT support needs and requests
14. Cat5 cable termination and knowledge of straight/crossover patch cables.
15. Perform additional duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Technical Skills:

1. Must satisfactorily pass onsite PC Proficiency Test; (PC, network, printing, phone, Smart Classroom and Media Cart troubleshooting, problem resolution ability testing)
2. Seasoned experience with PC, imaging, installation, troubleshooting of PC equipment and software for students, faculty and staff
3. Incumbent is equipped with necessary IT skills to perform core duties at time of hire
4. Ability to connect and navigate Marygrove network resources.  This requires exposure to DOS, Windows /NT/2000/XP/7, Active Directory 2003/2008/2010, and IP networking concepts and server-client Windows environment computing 
5. Knowledge of all aspects of PC components and peripherals, including laser and inkjet printers, phone, Smart Classroom and media carts.
6. Troubleshooting PC, laptop, printers, phone and Help/Desk Experience required
7. Meridian phone experience a plus
8. Cat5e 568a and 568b knowledge
9. Associates degree or  equivalent experience

Personal Traits

1. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with different levels of technical audiences.
2. Good phone communications skills
3. Ability to perform in a fast-paced multi-tasked environment
4. Must possess solid human relations and interpersonal skills. 
5. Able to teach, train and troubleshoot
6. Punctual, must be highly reliable and dependable
7. Works with little or no supervision
8. Ability to act as a team member & work independently
9. Comfortable communicating effectively with non technical members, staff, faculty, and students

To Apply
Send resume, letter of application including salary requirements and three employment references to: Marygrove College, Human Resources, 8425 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit, MI 48221-2599; Fax (313) 927-1550. E-mail: careers@marygrove.edu (state title of position in the subject line). E-mail submissions preferred. To apply online: https://www.marygrove.edu/hr/apps/application.asp. For information about the College visit www.marygrove.edu. Position will remain open until filled.

Title: Blackboard/Media Specialist
Reports to: IT Manager
Department: Information Technology Department
Classification: Full-time, Exempt (salaried)

POSITION CONCEPT AND OVERVIEW
This position is responsible for the maintenance and expansion of the Blackboard and on-campus Smart Classrooms and media carts. This position uses a combination of Blackboard administration and media technical specialty to develop new processes for the college and to increase faculty, staff, and student customer satisfaction. The technical aspects also keep the Blackboard and media related technologies such as Smart Classroom and media carts working at peak levels.

Position Performance Factors (Core Competencies)

1. Develop user readiness solutions for Blackboard, Smart Classrooms and media carts.
   
2. Add value to faculty/staff/ student Smart Classroom, media cart and Blackboard user experience
   
3. Develop and maintain on-line applications and forms
   
4. Customize Blackboard menus, screens and forms
   
5. Manage customization of Blackboard
   
6. Update and install new releases of Blackboard applications and modules
   
7. Develop and maintain College Smart Classrooms and media carts
   
8. Must be able to work flexible hours. Need to work a rotation of hours including Saturday work
   
9. Administer, develop and maintain Smart Classroom and media cart databases
   
10. Perform 1st Level Help Desk Support

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Technical Skills

1. MS Office, including Outlook, Firefox and Internet Explorer.
   
2. 1+ year experience with Blackboard and online teaching and learning technologies
   
3. 1 + year experience with Smart Classroom and media technologies
   
4. 1+ year knowledge and experience in a Windows server client environment
   
5. 2 years experience in providing faculty/staff/student IT support in a higher learning work environment
   
6. Experience with software troubleshooting and diagnosis.
   
7. 2 + years experience using varied online teaching tools such as Respondus, Capitivate, Media Server, Mediasite and Polycomm
   
8. Associate degree or equivalent experience
   

Personal Traits

1. Strong problem solving skills
   
2. Good communication skills with all levels of employees
   
3. Excellent organizational Skills.
   
4. Strong interpersonal and higher education Customer Service Skills
   
5. Proven experience implementing software projects
   
6. Ability to work flexible hours
   
7. Ethical, resilient and a sense of humor
   
8. Ability to act as a team member & work independently
   
9. Comfortable communicating effectively with non technical members, staff, faculty, and students

Proposed Working Schedule:

• Monday - Thursday 1:30pm to 8:30pm (7 hours)
  
• Friday 1:30pm to 7:30pm (6 hours, Friday classes all start earlier)
  
• Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm (6 hours)

To Apply:
Send resume, letter of application including salary requirements and three employment references to: Marygrove College, Human Resources, 8425 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit, MI 48221-2599; Fax (313) 927-1550. E-mail: careers@marygrove.edu (state title of position in the subject line). E-mail submissions preferred or apply online. The position will remain open until filled. For information about the College visit our Website www.marygrove.edu.

Title: Chief Advancement Officer - Revised
Department: Institutional Advancement Division
Reports To: Vice President
Classification: Exempt (Full-time)

Position description:
The Chief Advancement Officer acts as the Vice President of Institutional Advancement’s advisor on all day-to-day operations of the Institutional Advancement division.

This position will:

1. Be responsible for the creation and execution of a comprehensive fund raising plan in collaboration with the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, and the Directors of Alumni Relations and Annual Fund, Annual Giving and Programs, and Government and Foundation Relations; and
2. Have oversight of Alumni Relations, Special Events, Stewardship and Planned Giving. In addition, he/she will be responsible for cultivating relationships with corporate entities.

Essential duties/responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of Institutional Advancement, including supervision of all development staff, budgets, data management, events, fund raising, development publications, research, stewardship, and technology.
• Oversee the creation, implementation and documentation of gift processing, grant management, and special event procedures and policies.
• Establish and maintain a collaborative relationship with Controller and other financial services personnel to facilitate seamless reconciliation process.
• Assist in the development and implementation of a strategic plan for fund raising based on institutional need; assist in the creation of appropriate marketing materials.
• Oversee the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of all constituencies.
• Develop and implement benchmarks and progress reporting mechanisms.
• Provide a variety of reports, particularly financial, for the Vice President for Institutional Advancement, the President, the Development Committee, Senior Leadership team, and any other entities as directed by the Vice President for Institutional Advancement.
• Plan and implement a comprehensive Planned Giving program.
• Facilitate the creation of a team-based, highly collaborative approach to division objectives; provide positive and highly productive leadership to all Institutional Advancement personnel.
• Oversee and direct all aspects of stewardship including daily gift processing and acknowledgement and donor recognition programs.
• Ensure the highest standards of fiscal responsibility and data integrity.
• Required to work evenings and weekends for special events and other pertinent projects.
• All other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred

• Prior Work Experience:
  • Minimum of seven years prior fundraising experience (including securing major gifts) is required;
  • Experience in or knowledge of the Detroit and southeastern Michigan philanthropic communities is a significant plus. Comfort and familiarity with corporate environments is a plus;
  • Experience with capital campaigns a plus;
  • Previous experience in Higher Ed required;
• Technical Competencies:
  • Excellent communication skills;
  • Excellent writing skills with impeccable grammar and attention to detail;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Raiser’s Edge;
  • Comfort and flexibility with technology ;
  • Working knowledge of tax laws affecting charitable giving is a plus;
• Behavioral Competencies:
  • An attitude of appreciation and service in all interactions;
  • A professional and congenial presence;
  • Ability to form strong working relationships with staff members, board members, and influential volunteers;
  • Highly self directed and goal oriented;
  • Must understand and practice the highest level of confidentiality;
  • Passion for a job well done.

To Apply:
Send resume, letter of application including salary requirements and three employment references to: Marygrove College, Human Resources, 8425 W. McNichols, Detroit, MI 48221-2599. Fax (313) 927-1550 or E-mail careers@marygrove.edu (state title of position in the subject line) E-mail submissions preferred. Apply online at https://www.marygrove.edu/hr/apps/application.asp for information on the College visit www.marygrove.edu. The position will remain open until filled.

Job Title: Database/Systems Administrator
Department: Information Technology
Reports to: IT Manager
Classification: Exempt, Full-time

POSITION CONCEPT AND OVERVIEW
This person is a key interface between the database/systems and the Datatel Administrative Software system. Through careful analysis and listening, this person will facilitate bringing the proper resources into use to resolve user issues and questions. This position is the first line of contact for Marygrove databases and servers for Datatel, SQL Reports, databases, online surveys and Active Directory issues and questions. This person will utilize a combination of outside and inside resources, hands-on training, and written documentation and system standards to perform their job effectively.

Position Performance Factors (Core Competencies)

1. Administer, create and implement all electronic forms, surveys and online databases
   
2. Administer, maintain and update databases and servers
   
3. FA Suite setup
   
4. Providing technical database and server assistance to Colleague users
   
5. Resolving Colleague problems for staff and faculty in person, via telephone or from a remote location
   
6. Providing assistance concerning the use of Colleague
   
7. New user set up and/or changes in user access to databases and servers
   
8. Coordination of on site consulting, conferences and training of database and serverse
   
9. Providing database report writing training for staff
   
10. Handling of all duplicate records to merge information into one record
    
11. Server and database file maintenance and management
    
12. Works closely with Datatel/Blackboard Specialist, Datatel Programmer/Analyst and IT Support Manager on various projects
    
13. Perform Help Desk Support
    
14. Perform additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Technical Skills:

1. MS Office, MS Outlook, Active Directory, Basic Datatel and Email knowledge
   
2. 2 years experience with SQL, Access and Oracle experience
   
3. 3 years + experience with ERP systems in a higher learning environment
   
4. 2 years + experience with Windows Systems Administration
   
5. 2 years + experience in providing faculty/staff/student IT support in a higher learning environment
   
6. Comfortable with Internet concepts and connectivity.
   
7. Experience in creating document templates and indexes for complex database systems
   
8. Desire and aptitude to create web based documentation
   
9. Familiar with computer network concepts and security
   
10. Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Management of Information Systems required

Personal Traits:

1. Strong problem solving skills
   
2. Maturity, tact and responsibility to handle sensitive and secure information
   
3. Good customer service skills and willingness to help others
   
4. Good Organizational skills
   
5. Resourceful, resilient and a sense of humor.
   
6. Ability to work flexible hours
   
7. Ability to act as a team member & work independently

To Apply:
Send resume, letter of application including salary requirements and three employment references to: Marygrove College, Human Resources, 8425 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit, MI 48221-2599; Fax (313) 927-1550. E-mail: careers@marygrove.edu (state title of position in the subject line). E-mail submissions preferred or apply online. The position will remain open until filled. For information about the College visit our Website www.marygrove.edu.

Job Title: Course Evaluator, Teacher Recertification Course
Reports to: Assistant Dean, Continuing Education and Professional Development Coordinator
Department: Continuing Education Professional Development
Prepared by: Sherry Lefton/Donna Kerry – Rev. July 2008
Classification: Contingent – will work as needed

SUMMARY:
This position supports professional development graduate course work for teachers. Individuals are responsible for the evaluation of student course work. These graduate courses are taken by teachers to maintain state certification. Evaluators are paid based on the number of individual student course submissions graded at a rate of $10/student submission. Evaluators are assigned grading responsibilities based on course content and their own teaching expertise and credentials.

DUTIES:

• Grade coursework submissions from students registered for professional development coursework in the distance learning format.
• Attend training seminars and meetings as required by the Continuing Education Division.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree required
• Teacher certification required
• At least three (3) years of progressively responsible classroom experience
• Significant level of computer skills; particularly as it relates to the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Blackboard and e-mail communication.
• Internet and computer access required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Organization skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills High level of professionalism, motivation, initiative and independence.
• Transportation to Marygrove College campus on a weekly basis

TO APPLY:
Several positions are available. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. For consideration, please send resume, cover letter, copies of transcripts and teacher certification, and two (2) employment references to: Marygrove College, HR, 8425 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit, Mi 48221 – 2599, Fax: (313) 927 – 1550 or e-mail careers@marygrove.edu (If sending to e-mail address listed above, please insure that documents are in Microsoft Word format). Candidates may visit our website at www.marygrove.edu for information about the College.

Title: Datatel/ERP Programmer
Department: Information Technology
Reports To: IT Manager
Classification: Full-time, Exempt (salaried)

POSITION CONCEPT AND OVERVIEW
This position is responsible for the maintenance and expansion of the use of Datatel Software and ERP products on the Campus computers. This position uses a combination of system analysis and technical specialty to develop new processes for the college. The technical aspects also keep the Datatel and ERP related software working at peak levels. The person will manage and utilize outside resources such as Datatel’s help desk, training facilities, outside consultants and hardware specialists to develop system projects. Review and refit custom processes and updates in Datatel.

Position Performance Factors (Core Competencies)

1. Analyzes and design improvements of existing and future Datatel use at the College.
   
2. Application program development (Datatel UniData, SQL).
   
3. Assist with specialized data reporting and system management.
   
4. Provide Datatel training, instruction and coordination to users in various functions.
   
5. Meets with college staff and administrators to analyze reporting and information processing requirements.
   
6. Provides technical assistance by responding to inquiries from others regarding errors, problems, or questions about modules.
   
7. Perform Help Desk Support
   
8. Develop local solutions and support for to college business practices to match with Datatel’s best and current business practices
   
9. Develop workflow analyses, develop and coordinate development in Datatel
   
10. Develop college solutions in Datatel and in traditional development resources in C++, PHP and HTML
    
11. Must be able to work flexible hours. Need to work a rotation of hours including Saturday work
    
12. Perform additional duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

Technical Skills:

1. Strong Unidata, Uniquery, Unibasic, and SQL skills required
   
2. Knowledge of Datatel software programs Colleague or Benefactor or other Academic Administration Package
   
3. 5 years experience with Data Retrieval languages such as SQL.
   
4. TOAD and TORA experience required
   
5. 4 years experience with managing and administering ERP solutions for a college
   
6. Salesforce, Target X and Connect EDU experience required
   
7. 8 years programming knowledge and experience.
   
8. Experience with software troubleshooting and diagnosis.
   
9. Experience with and major database management (Progress, Oracle, Sybase, Unidata) system management and security

Personal Traits:

1. Seasoned problem solving skills
   
2. Good communication skills with all levels of employees
   
3. Excellent organizational Skills.
   
4. Strong interpersonal and Customer Service Skills
   
5. Proven experience implementing software projects
   
6. Ability to work flexible hours
   
7. Ethical, resilient and a sense of humor
   
8. Ability to act as a team member, lead and work independently

To Apply:
Send resume, letter of application including salary requirements and three employment references to: Marygrove College, Human Resources, 8425 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit, MI 48221-2599; Fax (313) 927-1550. E-mail: careers@marygrove.edu (state title of position in the subject line). E-mail submissions preferred or apply online. The position will remain open until filled. For information about the College visit our Website www.marygrove.edu.

Job Title: Restricted Accountant
Department: Financial Services
Reports To: Accounting Manager
Classification: Full-Time/Exempt

SUMMARY
The Restricted Accountant supports all general ledger activities including journal entries, revenue recognition, accruals, and reconciliation of asset, liability, revenue, and expense accounts. Specifically, the Restricted Accountant will focus primarily on the College’s grant revenue and related accounts receivable, pledge/contribution revenue and related accounts receivable, restricted investments, and net asset funds pertaining to the above temporarily and permanently restricted funds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Monthly reconciliation and tracking of grant (state, federal, and private) receivables and grant revenue, temporarily restricted and permanently restricted net assets funds, restricted investments, and pledge receivables and revenue
• Responsible for development of new grants and supporting activities of existing grants
• Development of federal indirect rate
• Tracking of detailed scholarship funds and other restricted fund accounts including allowable expenditures in accordance with donor stipulations
• Monthly and annual financial reporting and variance analysis including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and grant reporting
• Examines, analyzes and interprets accounting records for management
• Assists in month end and year end close, annual budgets
• Back-up of other designated accounting positions and other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated accounting and internal controls capability
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• Three to five years experience in a comparable position
• Preferably in higher education/not-for-profit sector
• Must have specific knowledge pertaining to grants and the grant process including but not limited to obtaining grants (private grants from foundations, etc., federal grants, and state grants), compliance and reporting requirements, spending policies, and other procedures critical to grant management
• Knowledge of computerized administrative and financial data systems (familiarity with DATATEL Colleague/Raiser’s Edge systems a plus), including electronic spreadsheet, database and presentation software.
• Ability to meet deadlines and take responsibility for timely and accurate completion of tasks assigned
• Solid oral and written communication skills; strong reasoning and analytical skillsAccounting professional who upholds the values and mission of the institution

TO APPLY
Submit resume, letter of application including salary requirements and three employment references to: Marygrove College, Human Resources, 8425 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit, MI 48221-2599; Fax (313) 927-1550. E-mail: careers@marygrove.edu (state title of position in the subject line). E-mail submissions preferred or apply online. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. For information about the College, visit our Website www.marygrove.edu

Job Title: Revenue Accountant
Department: Financial Services
Reports To: Accounting Manager
Classification: Full-Time/Exempt

SUMMARY
The Revenue Accountant supports all general ledger activities including journal entries, revenue recognition, and reconciliation of asset, liability, revenue, and expense accounts. Specifically, the Revenue Accountant will focus primarily on the College’s cash and treasury function, tuition revenue, deferred revenue and related student accounts receivable, prepaid and other assets, and the Perkins loan funds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Daily and monthly reconciliation of financial subsystems including A/R, Perkins loan and general ledger accounts, bank accounts, and others as deemed necessary
• Proper revenue recognition, reconciliation, and analytical analysis of tuition, fees and other miscellaneous revenue
• Responsible for maintaining the College’s Perkins loan fund in its entirety including becoming point of contact with a third party administrator
• Assist with monthly and annual financial reporting and variance analysis including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Examines, analyzes and interprets accounting records for management
• Assist in month end and year end close, annual budgets
• Back-up of other accounting positions
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated accounting and internal controls capability
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• One to three years experience in a comparable position (preferably in higher education/not-for-profit sector).
• Knowledge of computerized administrative and financial data systems (familiarity with DATATEL Colleague system a plus), including electronic spreadsheet, database and presentation software.
• Ability to meet deadlines and take responsibility for timely and accurate completion of tasks assigned.
• Solid oral and written communication skills; strong reasoning and analytical skills.
• Accounting professional who upholds the values and mission of the institution.

TO APPLY
Submit resume, letter of application including salary requirements and three employment references to: Marygrove College, Human Resources, 8425 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit, MI 48221-2599; Fax (313) 927-1550. E-mail: careers@marygrove.edu (state title of position in the subject line). E-mail submissions preferred or apply online. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. For information about the College, visit our Website www.marygrove.edu