IT Project Leader

Primary Purpose

This position is responsible for performing highly technical and complex programming and systems analysis work including that which fulfills current and future end user needs. Responsibilities include overseeing the work of technical staff involved in systems application design and modification and/or network administration, providing subject-matter expertise in design methodologies and/or specific complex applications; performing all aspects of planning, design, development, coding, testing and implementation on complex systems applications in a variety of programming languages; and providing training and assistance to end users as appropriate.

Essential Functions

Performs all aspects of planning, design, development, coding, testing, debugging and implementation for complex systems applications in a variety of programming languages. This includes mainframe, PC-based, and/or internet based program applications, enterprise software, and database applications. Provides leadership and work direction to technical staff performing systems applications work and/or network administration including giving necessary training, reviewing work, and providing advice on complex technical problems. Works with end users to clearly define technical needs and/or identify problems and recommends and implements viable systems applications options and solutions. Installs, configures and develops integrated technical solutions to approved specifications using standard methodologies and develops logical sequences of steps to be used to produce intended results. Ensures that all systems are appropriately configured to work with the current infrastructure. Provides subject-matter expertise to higher level technical personnel in recommending new technology and systems analysis, design and development; oversees the creation, testing and maintenance of approved system solutions. Develops and conducts systems applications training for end users and writes and updates technical program and user documentation. Determines what changes need to be made in current programs, databases, interfaces and systems in order to accommodate evolving technology requirements. Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner. Participate in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff and to address student achievement gaps; active assistance in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events. Performs related duties as assigned. May provide technical management and oversight on web-related projects.