Junior Software Implementation Specialist at Journal Technologies
United States
$55k - $70k
<meta><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:4pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><b><strong style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Software Implementation Specialist: </strong></b></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Journal Technologies is looking for a high-energy, results-oriented project professional to work on implementation projects for our growing software and services company. A successful candidate will have a background in software rollouts including requirements gathering, environment setup and install, configuration/development, training, go-live, and support. </span></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">The Software Implementation Specialist (SIS) will work as a member of the implementation team. The SIS is responsible for delivering contracted products and services such as reports, business rules, and general software configuration. The SIS will interact with customers as a primary representative for Journal Technologies as well as coordinate and complete a variety of activities in the configuration process. The Software Implementation Specialist will be a standing expert on Journal Technologies’ Product offerings, our internal implementation processes, and the customer’s business processes. </span></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Responsibilities</strong></b></p><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Configure case management software, including forms, searches, workflows, and business rules using Groovy and Velocity.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Gather requirements for data conversions, documents, and reports; support development, testing, and review.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Conduct client training and provide onsite go-live assistance.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Troubleshoot technical and procedural issues and escalate blockers appropriately.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Work with Java, Windows Server environments, relational databases, and REST/SOAP APIs.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Manage assigned work and status updates in Jira.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Collaborate within a Scrum team and communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders.</span></li></ul><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Requirements</strong></b></p><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">1+ years of professional experience querying relational databases, preferably T-SQL or PL/SQL.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Implementation Specialist experience or comparable software implementation experience preferred.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Working knowledge of several of the following: Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle, JasperReports or Crystal Reports, SSRS, Java, Groovy, and Velocity.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Familiarity with current web technologies, operating systems, Windows Server environments, and REST/SOAP APIs.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Ability to learn and apply complex software concepts, follow established procedures, troubleshoot problems, and escalate issues appropriately.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Strong technical curiosity, critical thinking, attention to detail, accountability, and problem-solving skills.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Ability to manage multiple priorities, work effectively through ambiguity, and communicate blockers early.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Strong client service, interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Ability to manage assigned work in Jira and collaborate effectively within a Scrum team.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Ability to travel to client sites as required.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Experience working within Agile teams or formal training in Scrum or Agile methodologies is considered a strong asset.</span></li></ul><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Preferred Qualifications</strong></b></p><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Excellent customer service skills.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Court or justice-industry knowledge.</span></li></ul><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><br></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job function. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties; additional responsibilities may be assigned.</span><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);background-color:rgb(255,255,255);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><br></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">At this time, we are only able to consider candidates who are Canadian or U.S. citizens or permanent residents due to employment authorization requirements. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship or work authorization support for this position.</span><span style="color:windowtext;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><br></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Why Journal Technologies?</strong></b><b><strong style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </strong></b></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;text-align:left;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Visit </span><a href="http://www.journaltech.com/careers" target="_blank" class="css-173makr-linkStyle" style="color:rgb(30,74,169);cursor:pointer;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">www.journaltech.com/careers</span></a><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;"> for more information, but highlights include: </span><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></p><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;"><li style="margin:3px 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Competitive compensation</span><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">* The salary range posted for this position reflects a good-faith estimate of the base salary we reasonably expect to offer a successful candidate upon hire. Final compensation will be based on job-related factors, including qualifications, experience, geographic location, and internal compensation considerations.</span></li><li style="margin:3px 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Quality medical, dental and vision coverage.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></li><li style="margin:3px 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Competitive paid time off as well as paid holiday time.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></li><li style="margin:3px 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">401(k) retirement (US) and GRRSP (CDN) programs.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></li><li style="margin:3px 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Annual professional development funds - $1,500 USD annual per employee.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></li><li style="margin:3px 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Book subscriptions with an extensive library in each office for personal and professional growth.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></li><li style="margin:3px 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Flexible working hours which you can coordinate with your supervisor.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></li><li style="margin:3px 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Ability for employees to work from a remote location (e.g., home) or office.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></li><li style="margin:3px 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Personal meetings with direct managers approximately every four to six weeks to discuss career growth and advancement opportunities as well as other issues important to the employees.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></li><li style="margin:3px 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Travel opportunities between Journal Technology offices and with clients.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></li></ul><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">We provide technology that matters in the world, and we're a stable employer comprised of quality people, with a commitment to investing in our people.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span></p>
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