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　　IT Software Development Advisor Sr

　　PRIMARY PURPOSE : To lead a team in the design, development, maintenance, testing and debugging of software; to formulate/define system scope and objectives for assigned projects; to devise or modify procedures to solve complex problems; to prepare detailed specifications from which programs will be written; to be responsible for quality assurance reviews; may be responsible for project completion and user satisfaction; and to provide guidance and training to assigned team.

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Determines the impact of new programs on and ensures their compatibility with existing system operations.

　　Oversees development of system specifications through interaction with business users and sponsors; determines the feasibility of the resulting projects; and displays strong depth of knowledge in specific business subject areas.

　　Assists in projecting software and hardware requirements.

　　Oversees design, development, maintenance, testing and debugging of software ensuring Sedgwick software development lifecycle (SDLC) guidelines are followed.

　　Formulates/defines project scope and objectives.

　　Leads the development, modification, and maintenance of software to meet company needs and user suggestions.

　　Prepares program documentation including administrator and end user help documents.

　　Directs other analyst/programmers; assigns, prioritizes and monitors workload.

　　Provides guidance and training to team.

　　Prepares status reports to department manager.

　　Ensures successful completion of projects in conformance to project goals and requirements.

　　Ensures proactive and cooperative relationships exist within the project team; remains accessible to project team members.

　　Keeps up-to-date with technology changes and direction.

　　ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

　　Performs other duties as assigned.

　　Supports the organization's quality program(s).

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　Must have experience in development with the PROGRESS OPENEDGE Environment and 4GL.

　　Familiarity with JCS application would be a plus.

　　Education & Licensing

　　Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Information Systems or Computer Science major preferred.

　　Experience

　　Nine (9) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include five (5) years of program development experience with three (3) years specialized programming relative to program needs. Working knowledge of claims management applications preferred.

　　Skills & Knowledge

　　Knowledge of applications systems analysis and programming

　　Knowledge of claims management systems

　　High level of self-motivation

　　Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills

　　PC literate, including Microsoft Office products

　　Leadership skills

　　Analytical and interpretive skills

　　Strong organizational skills

　　Excellent interpersonal skills

　　Ability to work in a team environment

　　Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

　　Work environment requirements:

　　Physical: Computer keyboarding

　　Auditory/visual: Hearing, vision and talking

　　Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgement and discretion; ability to meet deadlines.

　　NEXT STEPS

　　If your application is selected to advance to the next round, you will receive an e-mail notification with instructions and a link to complete a recorded video interview. Upon completion and submission of the video interview, a recruiter will be in touch.

　　The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

　　Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

　　If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

　　Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do. Caring counts

　　Sedgwick is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions. Every day, in every time zone, the most well-known and respected organizations place their trust in us to help their employees regain health and productivity, guide their consumers through the claims process, protect their brand and minimize business interruptions. Our more than 30,000 colleagues across 80 countries embrace our shared purpose and values as they demonstrate what it means to work for an organization committed to doing the right thing – one where caring counts. Watch this video to learn more about us. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywxedjBGSfA)