Job Details

Level
Experienced

Job Location
South Richland HQ - Richland, WA

Position Type
Full Time - Salary

Education Level
2 Year Degree

Salary Range
$77968.80 - $112018.51 Salary

Job Category
Information Technology

Description

Take a leap and join our team!

At Gesa, we believe in the power of our people. Coming from all walks of life, our team members' individual stories and unique experiences are our most valuable asset. But it's how we come together, igniting our collective compassion and commitment to empowering our communities, that makes us succeed. Because we know we go further when we go together.

Here you can join a team who is passionate about serving others, has a desire to do good, and shares a deep love of people. You can engage in meaningful work that impacts your community. You can challenge yourself and grow in your career. And, you can rest assured that your wellbeing and prosperity are our priority.

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Role Summary:

Under the general supervision of the IT Core Applications Manager/Team Leader, the IT Applications Administrator I is primarily responsible for the administration and maintenance of enterprise core applications across multiple programs.

What You Will Be Doing:

Management and administration of a variety of core enterprise applications including but not limited to collection systems, document archiving, item processing, online banking, and elements of the core banking systems
Ensure sensitive data is protected with the highest standard of security and confidentiality
Develop and maintain procedures for automation of routine tasks to improve efficiency and reliability
Create and maintain technical documentation and recording library of back-office procedures
Participate in the project management process. When necessary, taking ownership of tasks and projects to ensure timely completion
Implement and enforce best practices for application deployment, configuration, and documentation
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, assess needs, and implement solutions that align with business goals
Maintain general knowledge of other departments within the credit union. Have a general knowledge of all service products offered by the credit union that create a document to be archived
Perform duties in areas of responsibility in a safe and sound manner, control risk, inform IT management regarding status changes, concerns, potential improvements, etc., relating to assigned responsibilities. Escalate and/or inform Credit Union management staff of issues pertaining to impaired performance or outages that effect delivery of services to members and/or employees
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to applications, integrating with other systems, and user access
Ensure internal service standards, computing standards, internal controls, security initiatives, and disaster recovery plans are understood, implemented, and followed
Ensure upgrades are planned and completed, maintaining compliance with standards and control procedures
Configure, maintain, and upgrade application servers and databases to support business operations
Ensure the performance of applications through proactive monitoring and regular maintenance.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to applications, integrating with other systems, and user access
Maintain knowledge of current and evolving technology, evaluate changes in or new technology, and provide management with information relevant to new technologies (hardware, software, or services) that could be beneficial
Protect all sensitive data utilizing the highest standard of confidentiality and professionalism
Interact with vendors and suppliers regarding the acquisition of new products and/or services, changes to products or services provided by the vendor, changes to established vendor service levels, and issues relating to the support of hardware or software including changes to equipment and maintenance support contracts
Participates in the planning, implementation, maintenance, and testing of a comprehensive Disaster Recovery / Business Continuity Planning program
Participate in short and long-range technology planning to select and utilize appropriate technologies to meet the evolving needs of the Credit Union and its members
Demonstrate support of corporate values, strategy, mission, and vision. Perform job duties within these standards and in accordance with the guidelines of our bylaws and regulations. Consistently display respect for all areas of diversity and levels of knowledge
Maintain awareness of laws, rules, regulations, and policies and procedures which impact position duties and responsibilities
Ensure professional behavior is displayed and requests are satisfactorily resolved within the required time frame
Must understand and perform Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) functions as applicable to job responsibilities
Attend credit union training sessions, conferences, or seminars as approved by supervisor
Maintain awareness of policies and regulations related to duties and responsibilities
Participate in defining the areas of responsibility that require additional support from within IT and provide cross-training opportunities to ensure there is no "single point of failure" in respect to functional coverage of responsibilities

About You:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong multi-tasking skills
Strong knowledge of troubleshooting skills, techniques, and tools
Familiarity of relational databases- Oracle and Microsoft
Solid knowledge of IT technologies process and procedures
Understanding of IIS Web Services
Working knowledge of the Financial Industry is desirable
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
Familiarity of server and shared storage management
Ability to contribute to process improvement efforts
Ability to organize, prioritize and respond simultaneously to multiple tasks and requests
Ability to effectively communicate ideas and information, both orally and in writing
Ability to analyze and report information and recommend achievable process improvements
Ability to analyze and complete the functions necessary to convert documents to their digital form
Ability to promote and participate in a cohesive team environment
Ability to take ownership of tasks as well as delegate tasks appropriately
Ability to travel to complete assigned responsibilities and attend professional seminars and education as approved

Qualifications

What You Will Need:

Associate degree or related equivalent of specialized courses, training, and/or directly related experience may be substituted
A minimum of two (2) years of similar or related technical experience
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the Financial Industry. Thorough knowledge and understanding of credit union services and products preferred
Ability to quickly grasp and adapt to changes in technology, evolving technologies, and new technologies
Proficient with standard office equipment, computer hardware and software, and Microsoft programs
Familiarity with data processing and standard reporting programs
ITIL v3 Foundation
Nautilus Certification

Our Team Member Value Proposition:

In exchange for bringing your talent to Gesa, here are a just a few of the benefits and perks we offer:

Competitive Pay
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
20 days/year of Paid Time Off - Plus 10 Paid Holidays!
401(k) Match
Incentive Program
Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Repayment
Commuter Benefits
Paid Time Off to Volunteer in the Community
Product discounts
Engaging Work Environment
Rewards and Recognition Programs

Salary Range:

$77,968.80-$112,018.51

Get wise to what's possible with a career at Gesa. Join us!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact the HR Department at (509) 378-3100 or hrmail@gesa.com to request an accommodation.

Gesa Credit Union reserves the right to revise or change the job description as the need arises. This job description is not all inclusive of total job responsibilities nor does it constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Selected candidate(s) must be able to pass a pre-employment credit/background check.

Gesa Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Equal Employment Opportunity (gesa.com)

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