Administration and Office Support Opportunities
updated April 1, 2013
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Administration Positions
Office Support Positions
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Database Administrator
Fairfield University seeks an Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) for the Information Technology Services department supporting multiple Oracle databases and ensuring their performance, availability, and security. Responsibilities include: providing technical expertise in the setup, implementation, and maintenance of relational database management systems and associated applications that support mission-critical resources for University day-to-day operations; monitoring and tuning databases to ensure optimal performance as well as ensuring the security, integrity, and recovery of data; initial installation, upgrades, and patches to the test and production Banner ERP eco-systems and other applications, to include Oracle-based technologies, such as database and application servers, as well as other business, reporting, and learning applications; installing, configuring, upgrading, optimizing, and maintaining Oracle-based technologies, including, but not limited to Oracle Databases, Oracle Grid, Forms and Reports, and Oracle Application Servers; supporting Data Warehousing architectures and solutions, including Ellucian operations data stores (ODS) on an Oracle database platform. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or related field, or experience equivalent to the degree required. Proven experience as an Oracle Database Administrator running mission-critical services on multiple moderate size relational databases. A track record of working in a team that delivers a high quality service, and practical experience in monitoring and tuning Oracle databases in a moderately high availability environment. Two years of experience working with Banner or another higher education administrative software on an Oracle platform is preferred. Strong analytical skills, problem-solving skills, and the ability to perform in pressure situations are required. This position offers a June 1, 2013 start date.
Director, Foundation Relations
The Director of Foundation Relations serves as the leader and manager of all University fundraising from private and family regional, national and international foundations and identifies new foundation prospects for University priorities and faculty research. The Director develops proposals, working collaboratively with academic administration and faculty in identifying programs and matching them with appropriate foundations, and writes foundation proposals with faculty. Other responsibilities include cultivation/solicitation visits to selected foundations individually and in concert with the President and other University administrators while managing the foundation stewardship program. A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required; advanced degree preferred or equivalent related experience. A minimum of 5 years in development/fundraising with related experience in institutional fundraising is necessary. Some local and national travel may be required.
Executive Vice President
Fairfield University is conducting a national search for an Executive Vice President.
The Executive Vice President (EVP) has responsibility for implementing the University's strategic plan, elevating Fairfield's presence and attractiveness to prospective students, and capturing new business opportunities. The EVP will lead the enrollment and marketing and communications areas, as well as oversee student affairs, finance and administration. The EVP will partner closely with the academic and advancement divisions, as well as the broad array of offices and services that comprise University administration.
For information and to express interest, please contact:
Liz Boardman
Russell Reynolds Associates
200 Park Avenue, Suite 2300
New York, NY 10016-0002
Direct: +1-212-351-2194
Mobile: +1-603-801-0454
liz.boardman@russellreynolds.com
Technical Analyst
Fairfield University seeks a Technical Analyst to review, analyze, and support the university's ERP system, Ellucian Banner, and serve as the functional liaison between the Finance/HR programmer and end users. Designs and improves programs and applications based on functional area knowledge to ensure system efficiency, accessibility, functionality, and superior user experience. Knowledge of ERP systems, reporting tools (Oracle Discoverer a plus), and experience with finance and human resources practices are essential. Familiarity with the unique higher education environment is preferred. A few essential functions for the position: researches, resolves, and implements Enterprise Software (Banner) related Finance and HR procedures and reporting; creates Finance and HR user documentation and training material; coordinates, manages, and assists with testing activities for Banner new functionality implementations, modules upgrades, and patches. This includes the creation of test plans; provides Banner navigational training to new and existing employees for Finance and HR modules; delivers training to Finance and HR department personnel for new functionality implementations and upgrades; acts as liaison between Finance and HR staff and the IT Applications programmer(s) in the development and testing of applications and reports assigned to support Finance and HR; demonstrates ability to prioritize projects and deliver results in a timely manner; responsible for assisting in reporting use Oracle Discoverer, ODS, and other reporting tools. Requires Bachelor's degree, preferably in a technical field.
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Paraprofessional/Service/Technical
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To apply for an opportunity listed, please submit an electronic version of your resume and cover letter to:
or hard copy to:
Office of Human Resources
Fairfield University
1073 North Benson Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
Please clearly indicate the title of the position for which you are applying in both the subject line of your e-mail and your cover letter. Resume submissions for both specific and exploratory positions will be retained for 12 months.
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