Thursday, July 29, 2010

Wall Street On Demand - Web Developer

Taken from the Indian programmer's guide to American English:
creating sites that are highly performant

Sweat shop defined:
Wall Street On Demand, Inc. invites you to earn while you learn...



Web Developer Boulder, Colorado
Posted by: "Kim Regan" kim.regan@wallst.com

Wall Street On Demand, Inc. invites you to earn while you learn...


So you want to be a web developer?

Wall Street On Demand designs, builds, and hosts web sites and applications for many of the largest banks, brokerage houses, and media outlets in the world. We create richly interactive sites using C#, Javascript, CSS, and HTML. We've been building "Ajax" based apps since it was just a cleaning product, are continually pushing the browser as an application platform, and are passionate about creating sites that are highly performant during periods of huge traffic .

We need help, and that's where you come in. Wall Street On Demand is hosting a web developer training program. You get to learn how to build complex web applications; we get to grow our development team.

You will be paid for your time in the program. It's a six week engagement (9-5, M-F), starting August 16th. If you do well, you will be offered a full time salaried position with benefits. Since our goal is to expand our development team, it is our hope that every person enrolled in the program is given a job offer.

We're looking for people with experience writing code (regardless of language or platform) who want to expand their skills to include web technologies. The program consists of lectures from members of the WSOD development team focusing on client and server side technologies, as well as our own libraries and frameworks, and a lot of hands on lab time.

Please email your resume to jobs@wallst.com to apply for the training program.
APPLICATION DEADLINE JULY 23rd, 2010.

Requirements:

Education

* High School Diploma or equivalent required.
* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or relevant college level course work and subsequent employment as a computer programmer.

Experience

* 1 - 2 years experience as a student, intern or employee in an academic, creative or professional environment.
* Proficient in at least one programming language (HTML and CSS are quite useful, but they're not programming languages).

GHX - Manager Reporting & Customer Analytics

"5 in 5"
Go team! High five!
absolutely not tolerated
STRICTLY PROHIBITED



Manager, Reporting & Customer Analytics - Louisvil
Posted by: "Rick Chinberg" rchinberg@ghx.com

Will drive the strategy and develop the programs that allow GHX to
measure how effectively our services reduce costs within our healthcare
markets.

Will examine the utilization and penetration of GHX products within
relevant market segments to continuously measure the overall savings and
results achieved by GHX customers, from the market level (as measured by
the $5B in 5 goal), across product lines, mapping to results at the
individual customer level.



As a result of this role, GHX will have a continuous understanding and
measurement of how effectively GHX products and services drive cost
reductions and improve business processes in healthcare.



Principle duties and responsibilities:

* Uses predictive modeling, statistics, trend analysis, and
other data analysis techniques to collect, explore, and identify the
right data to be analyzed from internal and external sources. Then
constructs software systems and algorithms to explain or predict
customer behavior and solve a variety of business problems.

* Performs on-going measurement, modeling and forecasting of
performance against GHX strategic goal of reducing healthcare costs by
$5B in 5 years ("5 in 5"). Reports to executive team on performance
metrics, and makes recommendations for adjustments needed to improve
performance.

* Works in partnership with corporate reporting team, developing
business requirements to direct the creation of detailed solutions from
technical designs in the GHX Enterprise Business Intelligence
environment, consisting of SQL Server and Oracle databases, various ETL
workflows, Business Objects XI solutions, and other toolsets and
solutions.

* Works to develop and maintain 3rd party validation of GHX
measurement processes.

* Works in partnership with the marketing leadership and
executive team to develop corporate communication strategies related to
customer and product value information.

* Performs on-going measurement of customer performance using
GHX tools.

* Works in partnership with sales leadership, product
management, product marketing and others to develop sales assessment
measurement tools.

* Based on "5 in 5" model, directs development of automated
tools to forecast savings for prospects, and actual savings for existing
customers.

* Determines best practice methodology to measure savings and
results based on actual customer achievement.

* Supervises Customer Analytics Program Manager.

* Maintains high quality standards while meeting required
deadlines.

Required Skills:

* Ability to develop business models to track and project actual
and forecasted performance against corporate goal of $5B in 5 years.

* Ability to quickly build proficiency of GHX products and
services, and related customers' business processes.

* Must be able to own projects and deadlines, work with minimal
direction, and adapt quickly and efficiently to change.

* Proficient working with large-scale business data sets.

* Proven database skills for querying and reporting within SQL
Server and Oracle databases, with the ability to leverage strong
knowledge of reporting tools, e.g. Business Objects, Crystal Reports,
etc.

* Must be able to multi-task, function effectively under
production deadlines and time constraints, and be able to manage time
efficiently in a fast-paced environment, while demonstrating an
energetic 'can do' disposition.

* Ability to think in abstract terms to formulate innovative
solutions and ideas.

* Must possess well-developed communication skills (verbal and
written), to include proactively communicating with others on workload
issues and needs, and the progress of work and results.

* Must possess strong organizational skills, attention to
detail, and ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines.

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Business, Business Process Engineering,
Statistics, Computer Science , or related field. Advanced degree in
Statistics and/or Computer Science desired.

* 10+ years of professional experience in financial modeling,
corporate metric reporting, and performance analysis.

* Database skills - Oracle, SQL Server.

* Report writing skills, Business Objects preferred.

* Analytical skills to create business forecasting models
related to performance of "5 in 5" goal.

* Healthcare or Supply Chain industry experience preferred.



GHX provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital
status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with
applicable federal, state and local laws. GHX complies with applicable
state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every
location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all
terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to,
hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer,
leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

GHX expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based
on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin,
age, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the
ability of GHX's employees to perform their expected job duties is
absolutely not tolerated.



Rick Chinberg

Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist



GHX

1315 W. Century Drive

Louisville, Colorado 80027

720.887.5398 direct

720.887.7000 main

303.570.3392 cell

720.887.7091 fax

rchinberg@ghx.com





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Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Kaiser Permanente - QA Testing Lead

The QA Test Lead is responsible for overseeing testing activities for the KP Intranet team. He provides consultation and works with development and business groups to review and evaluate requirements, functional and technical design documents for errors, weaknesses, inconsistencies and thoroughness. He also provides recommendations for improvement.

Essential Functions:
- Lead a test team composed of software application testers on strategic technologies projects.
- Research and analyze the software and hardware requirements, workflows and designs to define detailed test plans, cases, data and procedures.
- Create test cases, scripts, and data from approved requirement and design documents as well as tools such as CaliberRM.
- Host test plan review meetings with project team members, including: solution architect, project development lead and project manager.
- Attend various technical design and review sessions in order to understand workflow requirements and potential testing issues, risks and/or conflicts.
- Conduct all testing and quality assurance activities.
- Provide input and recommendations to development lead, solution architect, release manager, and project manager to improve the quality and assurance of the solution being developed.
- Review and approve test cases, testing results, and quality of bug tracking information.

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- 6 years total of related experience
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience :
- Experience with system testing experience with mulit-tiered applications and mainframe applications
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills are required for this position
- Exceptional analytical skills. Must be able to understand complex integrated systems and derive test cases by reading technical design documents, requirements, story boards and workflows
- Thorough understanding of software development life cycle
- Excellent verbal, written communication and problem solving skills
- Proficient at testing popular programming languages/technologies including:
Java, JSP, .NET, Perl, JavaScript, XML
C++, MS SQL, Oracle, DB2, Perl, XML, Korn Shell
- Web application servers, such as: Tomcat, IBM Websphere, BEA Weblogic and others
- Demonstrated ability to learn new applications and technologies quickly and independently
- High proficiency level writing test plans, test cases, test procedures, test data requirements and test reports.
- Good organization and planning skills; must be able to adjust priorities with changing needs of the projects
- Have a good grasp of how to achieve quality in a project both through testing and quality assurance activities
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in Computer Science or related field

SquareTwo Financial - Director of Business Intelligence

Director of Business Intelligence, DTC
Posted by: "Cindy Anderson" square_two_financial@yahoo.com cindy.anderson222

SquareTwo Financial, a growing asset management/asset recovery financial
services company located in the Denver Technological Center (DTC), seeks a
Director of Business Intelligence (BI). We have proven ourselves to be a leader
in the financial market by attracting and retaining motivated, hardworking and
creative team players. Due to our growth and leadership, we are currently
seeking someone with expertise in BI/datawarehouse architecture concepts, KPIs,
technical prowess, and personnel management for a BI team of 10 (consisting of
ETL developers, DBAs, Reporting Analysts and a ScrumMaster). Successful
candidate will also have experience as a product owner/champion and interfacing
extensively with the stakeholders. Industry certifications such as CBIP from
TDWI, ScrumMaster or Product Champion are a plus. This is a full-time, fully
benefited, direct employee, career-level opportunity (no contract,
contract-to-hire or corp-to-corp options) that offers a competitive salary and
bonus structure. Preference will be given to Colorado based candidates. If
you, or anyone you know, is interested please have them submit their resume to
me for immediate consideration to Cindy at square_two_financial@yahoo.com.
Cindy Anderson
Sr. Technical Recruiter (FlexStaff)
(720) 266-4396 (US Mtn time 8a-4p)
square_two_financial@yahoo.com
Skype userid: SailorMama222


SquareTwo Financial
4340 S. Monaco Street
Denver, CO 80237
www.squaretwofinancial.com
"Accelerating Assets Back to Black"

Wall Street On Demand - Web Developers, Senior Web Developer

Web Developers Boulder, Colorado
Posted by: "Kim Regan" kim.regan@wallst.com

Web Developers

WHAT YOU OFFER
Do you want an innovative environment, technical challenges, and brilliant colleagues in addition to business stability? Wall Street on Demand, Inc. has doubled in size the last two years and continues to look for exceptional people who want to solve hard problems and truly make a difference at work.
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Javascript, ASP.NET, ASP, C#, Ajax, D/X/HTML, CSS, Web standards, Browser compatibility issues. A crush on xmlHTTPRequest, JSON and purely semantic markup language, reverence for Crockford and Hewitt, dreams in #000 and #fff, a loathing of Redmond's rendering engine (but the skills to bend it to your every whim). Experience with object-oriented programming, the prototype inheritance pattern, and understanding of systems like DWR, Dojo, Prototype, RoR, jQuery, YUI. Technical and user experience contributions to site design, site architecture, and site production. Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

WHAT WE OFFER
Wall Street on Demand, Inc. is a growing organization, headquartered at the base of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, CO, focused on the design, development and hosting of financial web sites, reports, and tools. We deliver innovative, high quality products to help our clients and their customers visualize, manipulate and understand complex financial information. Our compelling, presentation-rich services for financial professionals and individual investors have won acclaim for our clients, many of whom rank at the top of the Gomez and Forbes awards. Our products are custom designed for each client, completely private-labeled, and fully integrated into the client's other offerings.

The opportunity to work on projects for almost every top-tier financial institution in the world. Training in the necessary knowledge in developing for financial information. Ramp-up time to gain comfort in our environment. Learning from some of the best developers this side of the Mississippi.

Benefits
Wall Street on Demand, Inc. offers a dynamic work environment that creates an abundance of opportunities for motivated individuals, a great benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, flexible spending account, 3 weeks vacation, alternative transportation incentives, unlimited chocolate, and a fun, healthy environment!

Resume, cover letter, code samples and salary requirements are required for consideration. Please email jobs@wallst.com. You will be contacted if we are interested in an interview.

Salary is based on experience.

Wall Street On Demand is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
________________________________________________________________________

Senior Web Developer Boulder, Colorado
Posted by: "Kim Regan" kim.regan@wallst.com

Senior Web Developer

WHAT YOU OFFER
Do you want an innovative environment, technical challenges, and brilliant colleagues in addition to business stability? Wall Street on Demand, Inc. has doubled in size the last two years and continues to look for exceptional people who want to solve hard problems and truly make a difference at work.
An affinity for JavaScript, D/X/HTML, CSS, Web standards, Server side scripting (on multiple platforms). Expertise in object-oriented methodologies. A proven track record leading teams, planning projects and balancing priorities while building and maintaining high profile web applications with daily page views in the millions. Technical and user experience contributions to site design, site architecture, and site production. Ability to work in a collaborative environment. CS degree preferred, but not required. Five or more years professional experience.

WHAT WE OFFER
Wall Street on Demand, Inc. is a growing organization, headquartered at the base of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, CO, focused on the design, development and hosting of financial web sites, reports, and tools. We deliver innovative, high quality products to help our clients and their customers visualize, manipulate and understand complex financial information. Our compelling, presentation-rich services for financial professionals and individual investors have won acclaim for our clients, many of whom rank at the top of the Gomez and Forbes awards. Our products are custom designed for each client, completely private-labeled, and fully integrated into the client's other offerings.

The opportunity to work on projects for almost every top-tier financial institution in the world. Training in the necessary knowledge in developing for financial information. Ramp-up time to gain comfort in our environment. Working with, and learning from, some of the best developers this side of the Mississippi.



Benefits
Wall Street on Demand, Inc. offers a dynamic work environment that creates an abundance of opportunities for motivated individuals, a great benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, flexible spending account, 3 weeks' vacation, alternative transportation incentives, unlimited chocolate, and a fun, healthy environment!



Resume, cover letter, code samples and salary requirements are required for consideration. Please email jobs@wallst.com.



Salary is based on experience.



Wall Street On Demand is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
________________________________________________________________________

Quality Assurance Engineer Boulder, Colorado
Posted by: "Kim Regan" kim.regan@wallst.com

Quality Assurance Engineer

What You Offer
Do you want an innovative environment, technical challenges, and brilliant colleagues in addition to business stability? Wall Street on Demand, Inc. has doubled in size the last two years and continues to look for exceptional people who want to solve hard problems and truly make a difference at work.

A bachelor's degree is preferred with a minimum of 1 to 3 years in Software Quality Assurance. Experience with testing web based applications. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong organizational, planning, and analytical skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously Familiar with multiple web browsers and OS platforms. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. A knowledge of finance and the financial markets is a plus.

What We Offer
Wall Street on Demand, Inc. is a growing organization, headquartered at the base of the Rocky Mountains in Boulder, CO, focused on the design, development and hosting of financial web sites, reports, and tools. We deliver innovative, high quality products to help our clients and their customers visualize, manipulate and understand complex financial information. Our compelling, presentation-rich services for financial professionals and individual investors have won acclaim for our clients, many of whom rank at the top of the Gomez and Forbes awards. Our products are custom designed for each client, completely private-labeled, and fully integrated into the client's other offerings.

Benefits
Wall Street on Demand, Inc. offers a dynamic work environment that creates an abundance of opportunities for motivated individuals, a great benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, flexible spending account, 3 weeks' vacation, alternative transportation incentives, unlimited chocolate, and a fun, healthy environment!

Wall Street On Demand is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Resume, cover letter, code and salary requirements are required for consideration. Please email jobs@wallst.com. You will be contacted if we are interested in an interview. Please Note: No relocation packages are available at this time.

Salary is based on experience.

Wall Street On Demand is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

5280 Solutions - IT Team Lead, IT Security Analyst

Aurora, CO - IT Team Lead - IT Operations Process Leader
Posted by: "Pryor, Terri" tpryor@5280solutions.com

5280 Solutions (www.5280solutions.com) is both the internal IT
Department for Nelnet (www.nelnet.net) and a premier player in the
student loan industry, and an award-winning provider of information
technology products and full-service technical consulting. Integrating
technology solutions with business expertise is the unique value 5280
Solutions delivers.

Our core areas of business include Student Loan Origination, Student
Loan Servicing, Student Loan Guarantee Servicing, Educational Loan
Software Solutions, Enterprise Content Management (ECM) Solutions,
Technical Consulting Services and Business Intelligence.

5280 Solutions has been in operation since 1980. In January of 2007, we
merged with Charter Account Systems and Idaho Financial Associates. We
are headquartered in Highlands Ranch, Colorado and have offices in
Albany, Manhattan, Boise and Chicago.



Position Summary: IT Operations Process Leader will lead, design,
manage, and measure end to end IT Operational processes across multiple
IT infrastructure teams. Collaboration, relationship-building, and
leadership are key aspects of the process leader role. The primarily
goal of this position will be to improve handoffs between teams so that
workflow is streamlined for IT associates and customer focused service
results are continuously and materially improved via a process-based
approach.

Principal Responsibilities:

* Providing leadership and vision to guide and challenge the IT
infrastructure teams to continuously improve the value created for our
customers. * Understanding, influencing, and documenting impacts/changes
to IT processes from the implementation of IT infrastructure strategies,
goals, and/or business critical projects. * Defining performance
measures; establishing baselines, setting targets and monitoring and
managing performance to achieve desired process results while ensuring
compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. * Defining,
prioritizing, and leading process improvement initiatives to manage and
improve results and intra- and inter- departmental collaboration. *
Improve IT infrastructure performance by capitalizing on opportunities
to reduce cost and rework while improving the quality of service and
customer engagement. * Defining, designing, documenting, and leading
on-going development of process designs, including establishing process
boundaries, supporting policies, and business rules. * Active and
effective collaboration and relationship development with leadership and
teams within and outside IT infrastructure to support the achievement of
goals. * Provide strategic recommendations for improving our technology
systems and processes throughout the IT infrastructure organization. *
Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements: * Bachelors' degree or related
field, and/or commensurate experience. * 7+ years business analysis
and/or project management experience * 3+ years experience leading teams
or equivalent leadership experience * 2+ years experience with process
improvement and/or quality improvement initiatives * Proven experience
working with Senior Leadership or Executive team members * Extensive
experience with MS Office, MS Project, & MS Visio, and CRM based tools

Key Skills, Qualifications and Traits (E=Essential, P=Preferred):

* Excellent analytical and problem solving skills * Ability to
conceptualize and analyze complex business processes * Strong
motivation, negotiation, facilitation, and presentation skills * Proven
leadership and employee development capabilities * Strong customer
service focus * Exceptional organizational skills * Experience
developing and implementing processes and procedures * Exceptional oral,
written, and interpersonal communication skills * Ability to
successfully manage multiple, simultaneous initiatives and conflicting
priorities * Demonstrated skills in project management techniques,
methods, processes and practices * Ability to meet and manage customer
expectations in a professional and timely manner

Physical Requirements:

Travel as required. While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is required to sit and operate a computer keyboard and/or use
other general office equipment on a routine basis

Nelnet/5280 Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with
Executive Order 11246, and takes affirmative action to ensure that
qualified applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during
employment, without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national
origin, gender, or sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide
dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or
any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance.
Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable
accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may
request such accommodations by contacting Nelnet/5280's Talent
Acquisition & Recruiting Department.

For consideration please email your resume to tpryor@5280solutions.com.
Please don't hesitate to call either number below with questions.

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Highlands Ranch, CO - IT Team Lead/Manager - iSeries Development Tea
Posted by: "Pryor, Terri" tpryor@5280solutions.com

5280 Solutions (www.5280solutions.com) is both the internal IT
Department for Nelnet (www.nelnet.net) and a premier player in the
student loan industry, and an award-winning provider of information
technology products and full-service technical consulting. Integrating
technology solutions with business expertise is the unique value 5280
Solutions delivers.

Our core areas of business include Student Loan Origination, Student
Loan Servicing, Student Loan Guarantee Servicing, Educational Loan
Software Solutions, Enterprise Content Management (ECM) Solutions,
Technical Consulting Services and Business Intelligence.

5280 Solutions has been in operation since 1980. In January of 2007, we
merged with Charter Account Systems and Idaho Financial Associates. We
are headquartered in Highlands Ranch, Colorado and have offices in
Albany, Manhattan, Boise and Chicago.



Basic Job Purpose: Provide management of development and support team
responsible for loan servicing applications.

Essential Functions: - Responsible for long term strategic planning of
financial and accounting systems - Effective management of development
and support team members including resource allocation and management,
employee performance monitoring, annual reviews and intra-team
collaboration - Responsible for ensuring the reliability and
availability of loan servicing systems - Works closely with other
managers and team leaders and plays a leading role - Directs work
assignments, measures results and initiates personnel actions related to
resource development and management - Ensures staff adherence to service
level agreements and critical objectives - Responsible for ensuring that
staff is properly trained on complex technical issue - Ensure adherence
to both Project Standard Practices and Change Management Practices -
Responsible for staff resources, providing support to operational issues
related to systems supported and ensuring adherence to department change
management standards - Directs resources to participate in technical
projects and balance multiple project priorities - Participates in the
long term strategic planning of financial and accounting systems -
Review and approval of both technical project plans and implementation
plans

Education: A four-year degree in Computer Science, Information Systems
Management or commensurate experience is required.

Experience: 2-3 years experience managing technical development staff in
any technical environment

Preferred: Experience managing Application Development Resources and
Projects in an IBM iSeries environment

Skills: - Ability to relate business requirements and risks to
technology solutions - Proven ability to work under stress in
emergencies; ability to establish priorities and effective problem
resolution strategies - Excellent oral and written communication skills;
ability to present and discuss technical information in a way that
establishes a rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding -
Excellent judgment and analytical skills; strong follow-up and
organizational skills - Strong team-oriented interpersonal skills -
Demonstrated competency in strategic thinking - Demonstrated competency
in developing effective solutions to diverse and complex business
problems - Strong leadership skills, proven abilities in people
management and staff development - including managing performance
reviews and providing coaching to team members - Ability to build
relationships with all levels of the organization

Competencies: Preferred past developer experience in iSeries environment


Travel: Some travel required.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is required to sit and operate a computer keyboard and/or use
other general office equipment on a routine basis

Nelnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with Executive Order
11246, and takes affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants
are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without
regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, or sex,
marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal,
sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status
protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance. Qualified
individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in
order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such
accommodations by contacting Nelnet Talent Acquisition & Recruiting.

For consideration, please forward your resume to
tpryor@5280solutions.com and/or call either number below.
________________________________________________________________________

Highlands Ranch, CO - IT Security Analyst
Posted by: "Pryor, Terri" tpryor@5280solutions.com

5280 Solutions (www.5280solutions.com) is both the internal IT
Department for Nelnet (www.nelnet.net) and a premier player in the
student loan industry, and an award-winning provider of information
technology products and full-service technical consulting. Integrating
technology solutions with business expertise is the unique value 5280
Solutions delivers.

Our core areas of business include Student Loan Origination, Student
Loan Servicing, Student Loan Guarantee Servicing, Educational Loan
Software Solutions, Enterprise Content Management (ECM) Solutions,
Technical Consulting Services and Business Intelligence.

5280 Solutions has been in operation since 1980. In January of 2007, we
merged with Charter Account Systems and Idaho Financial Associates. We
are headquartered in Highlands Ranch, Colorado and have offices in
Albany, Manhattan, Boise and Chicago.



Position Summary:

Supports information technology compliance functions providing expertise
and direction in support of internal reviews (prevention) and external
audits; including control documentation risk assessments adherence to
controls and remediation activities. Defines implements maintains and
trains on information technology processes supporting industry best
practices and information security standards. Performs complex systems
analysis develops processes and procedures and works on research
assignments to facilitate the successful and auditable delivery in IT.
Principal Responsibilities:

* Provides expertise interpreting the compliance to the National
Institute of Standards in Technology and other industry security
standards. * Provides assistance coordination and guidance on questions
problems or remediation supporting Corporate security policies. * Acts
as technical advisor to recommend solutions for project managers
analysts system development resources and trainers. * Coordinates and
participates in audits vulnerability testing and compliance reviews
representing information technology functions in support of corporate
security audit and risk needs. Tracks and reports on remediation
efforts. Escalates areas of risk and concern. * Performs Information
Technology quality reviews and identifies risks and standards in
jeopardy; supports corrective actions. * Performs Information Technology
business continuity risk assessments and supports corrective actions. *
Develops mentors trains and champions information technology processes
standards templates tools and techniques. * Performs regular reviews and
maintenance to improve information technology processes standards
templates tools and techniques. * Responsible for facilitating tracking
measuring reporting and interpreting key information technology metrics.
* Contributes to development and maintenance of information technology
processes standards templates tools and techniques. * Acts as liaison
between corporate functions internal/external clients operations and
technical staff. * Develop and maintains project communications and
management reporting on audit and remediation activities. * Works in
conjunction with other departments to ensure the best corporate
solutions are architected and deployed.

Education and Experience Requirements:

* Bachelors degree in Information Sciences or related field and/or
commensurate experience preferred. * 3 + years in designing developing
implementing managing or supporting technology solutions. Hands-on
network (Active Directory Security Groups Group Policy) database
web-application (IIS Tomcat) or Windows PC desktop/laptop administration
experience. * Strong Windows PC administrative skills. Working knowledge
of desktop security applications desirable - Safeguard Enterprise
Symantec 10.0 Avecto Privilege Guard. Experience with SMS SCCM MSI
package build and deploy processes Windows XP Pro WSUS SSID familiarity
also desirable. * Solid information system security background required.
* Proficiency with MS Project Excel Word Access and Visio; SharePoint. *
Training (preferred but not required): Certifications - A+ Microsoft
Certified Desktop Support Technician Network + CISA CISSP or CISM

Key Skills Qualifications and Traits: * Demonstrated ability to meet
regulatory agency standards such as Sarbanes Oxley SAS 70 or NIST. *
Demonstrated knowledge and comprehension of technical system
environments including infrastructure networks web applications iSeries
systems data storage and packaged software products. * Experience with
vulnerability scanning and intrusion detection tools. * Proficiency in
using a variety of personal computer software tools to track metrics
maintain SharePoint communication provide professional documents and
develop and present training media. * Demonstrated goal orientation.
Sets challenging measured goals and takes appropriate actions to meet
them. * Proven productivity and efficiency who completes tasks at above
average rate. * Shows commitment to follow through and ability to build
strong customer and peer relationships. * Demonstrated exceptional
positive attitude and is energized by new challenges. * Consistently
accepts accountability for decisions made. * Demonstrated knowledge and
comprehension of how to manage projects to understand and define system
component requirements. * Demonstrated ability to follow all steps of
required processes and recommend improvements. * Demonstrated ability to
complete complex and challenging assignments on time and with
confidence. * Shows commitment to acquiring new knowledge and skills to
improve success. * Demonstrated exceptional problem solving skills
through ability to identify root causes to think of new and creative
ways to solve problems or pursue opportunities and to recommend
solutions to complex problems. * Demonstrated ability to identify
business and customer needs and is able to effectively articulate at all
levels. * Exceptional oral and written communication skills presentation
skills and team work. * Strong interpersonal skills and a customer
focus. Delivers professional service and results that exceed customer
expectations.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job the
employee is required to sit and operate a computer keyboard and/or use
other general office equipment on a routine basis

Nelnet/5280 Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer complies with
Executive Order 11246 and takes affirmative action to ensure that
qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated during
employment without regard to race color religion/creed national origin
gender or sex marital status age disability use of a guide dog or
service animal sexual orientation military/veteran status or any other
status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance. Qualified
individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in
order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such
accommodations by contacting Nelnet/5280 Solution's Talent Acquisition &
Recruiting Department.

For consideration please email your resume to tpryor@5280solutions.com
Please don't hesitate to call either number below if you have questions.

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

optimizing revenue growth and performance

Did Andrea pay someone for these words?
Incisive IT Professional eager to contribute exceptional support expertise, sales background, and relationship-building skills toward supporting a dynamic organization in optimizing revenue growth and performance.




Andrea Schnabel Resume: Customer Support / Help Desk / Admin
Posted by: "andrea schnabel" trappy38@yahoo.com trappy38

I'm seeking employment in Customer Support / Help Desk I and Administrative Assistant positions.

Thornton, CO 80602
Cell: 303.587.7276
trappy38@yahoo.com

Incisive IT Professional eager to contribute exceptional support expertise, sales background, and relationship-building skills toward supporting a dynamic organization in optimizing revenue growth and performance.


QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

•Outstanding capabilities in scrutinizing, diagnosing and rectifying complex technical errors and issues.
•Strong experience in performance tuning and system optimization, data analysis, remote support, preparing detailed instructions for enhancements and bugs, PC maintenance, and networking.
•Strategically combine veracity, sharp prioritization skills, and a collaborative work approach toward consistently meeting or exceeding employer and/or client expectations.
•Extremely versatile; easily adapt to new roles, responsibilities, technologies and environments.
•Adept at software installations, end user training, final call resolution, team training, network diagnostics, and configuring user accounts.
•Offer almost four years of sales experience for Hewlett-Packard, the largest technology company in the world.


TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
VMware Novell Client Novell ConsoleOne
SalesForce
Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Outlook
GroupWise Heat SparkHawk GotoMeeting
Logmein WEBEX Jira Client


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

E-Markets, 2010
Technical Support Analyst

•Researched and diagnosed issues with software application. When clients would e-mail or call in with issues.
•Spearheaded – communication with Dow Plot Agro Science's while application was being re-built for them to their specifications.
•Used Jira Client and Jira Web to build tickets for clients.
•Provided phone support to Agricultural companies.

Catalyst Repository Systems, 2008 to 2009
Tier II Technical Support Analyst
•Spearheaded full-scope technical support while establishing, nurturing and maintaining exemplary customer relationships. Leveraged polished troubleshooting capabilities to facilitate and ensure swift issue resolution.
•Meticulously reviewed SQL statements to validate efficient resolution of all application issues.
•Provided daily phone and email support to Project Managers and Lawyers daily.
•Pro-active in assisting Team lead help other Technical Support Analysts with issues they received from clients.

Professional Experience continued …

Mortgage Cadence, 2007 to 2008
Software Support Representative
•Analyzed, researched, diagnosed and resolved frequently complex technical issues for customers.
•Proficiently utilized case and bug tracking systems while accurately documenting issues and solutions.
•Exercised a team player work ethic to collaboratively and expeditiously rectify customer issues.
•Demonstrated superior diagnostic talents in analyzing SQL Server databases via Query Analyzer, Profiler and Management Studio tools.
•Successfully uncovered and amended critical user-related and configuration issues on an enterprise-level application.

Various companies, 2007
Tier I and II Technical Support
•Served in a contractual capacity for organizations requiring short-term helpdesk specialists.
•Seamlessly transitioned smart client application to web client application for PowerPoint presentations and provided software training to end users.
•Prepared and configured computers for new employers by uninstalling and re-installing software.
•Administered Active Directory inclusive of adding and deleting users and groups.
•Communicated remotely with clients to rapidly solve technical issues vital to business continuity.

Affiliated Computer Services (ACS) TripPak Services, 2005 to 2007
Help Desk / Relationship Manager
•Diligently monitored systems to anticipate and rectify solutions prior to customer inquiries.
•Used SQL to identify source of problem, applied corrective action, and ensured consistent client satisfaction.
•Merged first-rate communication, interpersonal, listening and technical skills to maintain East Region client base.
•Spoke to irate users and able to calm them down within the first couple of minutes of phone call.
•High volume of Phone and Email Support.
•Pro-active in assisting team lead with issues.

● ● ●

PRIOR BACKGROUND:

Loan Officer, Pulte Mortgage, 2004 to 2005

IT Contractor, self-employed, 2003 to 2004

Sales Associate, Hewlett-Packard, 1999 to 2002


EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in E-Business, University of Phoenix, Lone Tree CO, 2002


AFFILIATIONS

Member of HDI (Help Desk Institute)

Webroot Software - Sr Web Designer

Sr Web Designer - Boulder
Posted by: "Jon Landau" JLandau@webroot.com

Senior Web Designer



Webroot Software is seeking a Senior Web Designer to join our Web
Production Team. The ideal candidate will be someone who has extensive
experience conceptualizing and creating online design solutions from
inception to completion. As a member of the web production team the
senior designer will work with the Production Manager, Creative
Director, Marketing staff and internal customers to help establish and
propagate an online, award-winning brand look-and-feel. This individual
will focus on online design providing development and execution of web
site assets to help build and maintain a best-in-class worldwide web
presence. Specific responsibilities and requirements include:



RESPONSIBILITIES

* Translate brand & corporate identity into all areas of our
online presence.
* Provide thought leadership in architecting and producing both
short and long-term design vision for customer-facing and transactional
Web experiences.
* Create and deliver clean, innovative web assets.
* Determine task flow, navigational schemes, and general web page
functionality.



REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

* 10+ years experience in Design, Web design and development.
* Strong eye for visual design and ability to communicate
high-level design strategies and concepts as well as detailed design
direction.
* Strong HTML and Web design skills, proficient with Adobe
CS3/CS4, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Flash.

* Keen eye for design with proven ability to communicate with
customers.
* Exhibit visual and technical problem-solving skills with ability
to resolve issues encountered by different browser platforms to create a
Universal web product
* Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
* Strong communication skills, ability to manage multiple projects
at one time and meet aggressive deadlines
* Bachelor's degree in Graphic/Web Design, Communications or
equivalent


If you would like an opportunity to work with this widely recognized
worldwide leader in technology security, send your resume to
jlandau@webroot.com for consideration.



Principals only- no third parties, please. Webroot Software, Inc. is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.



About Webroot Software



Webroot provides
industry-leading Internet security solutions for consumers, enterprises
and small and medium businesses worldwide. Webroot products consistently
receive top review ratings by respected third parties and have been
adopted by millions globally. In addition to our award-winning business
and consumer software, Webroot now protects enterprises with Webroot(r)
Security Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). Webroot Web Security SaaS and
Webroot E-Mail Security SaaS are subscription-based services that
provide on-demand web, email and archiving solutions, giving
organizations a flexible and cost-effective alternative to on-premise
security.





Jon Landau | Recruiting Director

__________________________________



Webroot
2560 55th Street

Boulder, CO 80301 USA



Phone: 303.450.5989

E-mail: jlandau@webroot.com
Web: www.webroot.com

Level 3 - Telecomm Technician Positions

Telecomm Technician Positions in Broomfield, CO
Posted by: "Rahul Patel" rpatel@brossgroup.com patelrajul@ymail.com

Hi,



Hope you are doing well.



Please see below job description from our client for your consideration.



Position: Telecomm Technician (Multiple Positions)

Location: Broomfield, CO

Duration: 6 Months (Possibility for Permanent)



Job Description
This role is responsible for implementation and deployment of customer
requirements. In addition, this person will be responsible for implementing
and maintaining the IP network solutions for customers as well as internal
operations.



GENERAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work in a team environment, and communicate with customers in a
professional manner



TECHNICAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

1) Proven working knowledge of TCP/IP, IP addressing, preferably gained in a
telecom/ISP environment.

2) Demonstrable understanding of Internet services; DNS, Mail (SMTP).

3) Working knowledge of CISCO products and configurations.

4) Working knowledge of Juniper products and configuration.

5) Working knowledge of WAN routing protocols at layer 2 and 3.

6) Understanding of LAN technologies - IP, IPX, Novell.



EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

2-5 years networking experience. Strong understanding of network design and
provisioning process required, knowledge of internal systems highly
preferred. P.C. literate, including MS Suite preferred



EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

BS Degree or equivalent work experience, CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, JNCIS a Plus.
Technical School or Military equivalent majoring in Telecom or SONET theory,
T1, T3, OC3, OC12.



If you are interested please reply with your latest word updated resume.



Thanks,



Rahul Patel

Bross Group

Operations

rpatel@brossgroup.com

303-351-6535

www.brossgroup.com



Delivering Results, Exceeding Expectations

Great-West - Java Web Developer

Great-West is currently hiring a Senior Java Programmer/Developer (Senior Internet Developer) to join our Financial Services team of technical professionals and develop business internet applications. This individual will be responsible for development of B2C Internet applications for use by external clients
Requirements:
Object-oriented analysis, design, and development abilities
3+ years general Java language experience
Previous experience with JSP/Struts or Java Servlets
Experience with Java Server Faces (JSF)
Previous experience with a relational database query language such as Oracle SQL
EJBs using BEA Weblogic Application server
Other desirable experience:
Development experience writing and debugging J2EE Web applications
Experience with web languages and standards including HTML, XML, CSS and JavaScript
UNIX operating systems (Sun Solaris), Tools & Utilities
AJAX
Sun JAVA Certification
Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Project)
This position requires a degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, or equivalent applicable work experience.

For more than 100 years, Great-West's strength, commitment, and values have endured the instability of financial markets and industry turbulence, and it is with confidence we can say we will continue to provide health care, financial solutions and investment management to meet our customers' needs for years to come. Great-West is a solid organization backed by strong financial ratings and exceptional employees. We will continue to strive to provide excellent service and affordable health care and savings options to help secure the financial future of Americans across the country. Each year, we build on our past success. We stay focused. We take care of business, and we take care of our customers and our employees.

DISH Network - SQL Database Administrator, Oracle Database Administrator

Job Responsibilities:

Applicant will be responsible for SQL Server database administration in an enterprise environment. Must be able to participate in on-call support of production databases on a rotating basis. Pro-actively monitor production database for high availability and performance. Provide DBA support to assigned projects. Enforce best practices in all areas of database administration and architecture. Follow established standards. Develop and document new processes and procedures as necessary. Involve in capacity planning for growth and changes. Must be flexible to support pre-scheduled after-hour or weekend work.

Ensuring database availability, performance, and continuance
Designing, implementing and monitoring database backup and recovery processes
Implementing performance optimization techniques of SQL Server databases and storage
Providing support for SQL clustering, replication and DTS job scheduling.
Executing and tracking benchmark metrics related to database performance, and availability
Providing periodic reviews of database engine performance and monitoring levels
Devising solutions to operational challenges of multiple database platforms
Providing training and mentoring other Database Administrators at Echostar.
Designing, testing, and documenting upgrades SQL Server database environments
Facilitating customer negotiations and maintaining excellence in customer relations

Education Requirements:

BA Degree in Computer Science (or MIS/CIS)


Qualifications:

7 yrs as operational DBA on various RDBMS's

SQL Server 2005 (2k5)

Oracle exp

Windows OS

T-SQL

Knowledge of Application hardware devices, operating systems, storage units, networks and how they interrelate.


Benefits:

Medical, Health Savings Account, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) and employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement
Employee referral program
Training opportunities
FREE satellite TV system and programming
Opportunity for a level of responsibility that could take years to reach in other companies

Dish Network is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.
______________________________________________

Responsibilities:
- Participate in on-call support of production databases on a rotating basis.
- Pro-actively monitor production database for high availablity and performance.
- Provide DBA support to assigned projects
- Enforce best practices in all areas of database administration and architecture
- Follow established standards. Develop and document new processes and procedures as necessary.
- Installation, configuration, patching and upgrading of oracle server software (versions 8, 9 and 10).
- Data modeling and database optimization
- Involve in capacity planning for growth and changes
- Must be flexible to support pre-scheduled after-hour or weekend work.

Technical Skills:
- Proven oracle database administration experience in production database environments supporting Terabyte databases on HP-UX, Solaris and windows.
- Strong hands-on experience in monitoring and performance tuning using statspack and AWR reports.
- Thorough with tuning SQL, pl/sql and applications for performance.
- Fluent with unix korn shell scripting for automation and pro-active monitoring.
- Familiar with hp-ux system monitoring tools.
- Must be familiar with Oracle Snapshot technology. Oracle steams experience is desired.
- Familiarity with Database console or Oracle grid is a big plus.
- Proficient using RMAN for backup and recovery
- Must have worked with help desk ticketing system and change control system in previous jobs
- Familiarity with Web methods, Web Logic and basic java principles is a plus.
- Understand oracle partitioning and other data warehouse concepts.

Personal attributes:
- Excellent communication skills for production support and participating in strategic planning and project meetings.
- A good team player. Willing to share and distribute knowlede through documentation.
- Ability to multi-task and work independently on projects.
- Ability to stay focused in tough/chaotic situations.
- Continually broadens own technical, functional and industry skill base.

Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3-5 years of production support experience in UNIX environment.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of development DBA experience.
- Oracle certification is a plus.

DISH Network offers the following benefits:
Medical, Health Savings Account, dental and vision insurance
Flexible spending options and Employee Assistance Plan
401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Training opportunities
FREE DISH Network Satellite TV System and Programming
Opportunity for a level of responsibility that could take years to reach in other companies

DISH Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

OpenTV - Sr. Technical Product Support Engineer

Be a part of *What*s NEXT in Television*!

Want an exciting career in creating the digital television experiences of tomorrow? OpenTV is looking for talented and motivated individuals to help us build the foundation for next generation television and contribute to the success of our worldwide customers.

Job Title: Sr. Technical Product Support Engineer
Location: Golden, CO

Job Description/Summary:
The Sr. Technical Support Engineer representative will support our Cable Ad Sales products; specifically but not limited to the Traffic and Billing and BI products. The Support Engineer will act as a technical liaison with our clients. This person will become an expert on our product(s) and provide professional, courteous and timely support for any issues reported. They will also assist customers in the implementation of products (when needed).

This position will be responsible for:
* Handling customer requests for support and managing these to resolution including:
- Application and data troubleshooting.
- Escalating issues as needed to engineering or management.
- Keeping detailed records of the issue, the actions taken and its resolution.
- Reporting on the status of open and ongoing issues both internally and externally.
- Participate in a team environment for case discussions and resolutions.
- Be aware of all high profile issues at a working level.
* As requested be available to travel on site to aide in the implementation process.
* Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have the following skills, experience and/or knowledge:
* Bachelors or Technical degree.
* Previous experience in technical support and/or training. Experience in support of database applications running on Windows-based Servers is desired.
* Experience with database applications, client server based applications, scripts or database administration is desired and particular experience with querying Oracle databases is preferred.
* Must have excellent oral, written communication skill as well as good presentation skills. Experience in managing ongoing customer relationships is desirable.
* Experience in Microsoft Business Analytics is preferred.
* Advanced experience in Excel.
* Experience in the operations of, or support of products for, local Cable or broadcast Ad Operations is preferred.
* Must be very self motivated.

After Hours Support
* Occasional after hours/holiday support. On call and shift work is required.

Travel
* Occasional (10%) travel is required. Travel time is not limited to Monday through Friday and could include Saturday, Sunday and possibly on holidays.

Douglas County School District - Senior Programmer/Analyst

* Serve as a senior technical resource in the evaluation, design, testing, implementation and support of the School District's applications.
* Work with user groups, external vendors technology support staff and District leadership teams to maintain, support and enhance application software.
* Provide system/project development and production support for a variety of applications and other initiatives.
* Support all aspects of the system development life cycle, with specific focus on application design, development and deployment.
* Develop and promote good community relations among various community and school clientele.
* Able to keep current with evolving technologies applicable to business and K-12 school environments.
* Able to work cooperatively with administrators and co-workers, as well as independently.
* Able to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
* Able to effectively communicate with the school district community.
* Maintain a generally positive attitude.
* Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance.
* Observe all District policies and procedures.


Experience:
* Three (3) years experience in programming using Oracle and SQLServer database technologies
* Oracle application development tools, including SQL Developer , APEX and JDeveloper
* Experience with multiple programming methodologies.
* Two (2) years experience designing and developing new systems in accordance with a software development life cycle methodology and project methodology.
* Demonstrated experience in system design and structured analysis.
* One (1) year experience architecting and implementing a data warehouse solution.
* Experience with Data Objects, Data Modeling, and Data Integration, preferably with Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE).
* One year experience with an Oracle Fusion Middleware product.
* Working knowledge of Windows, UNIX and/or Linux operating systems and UNIX shell scripting.
* Experience supporting Accounting, Payroll, and/or K-12 Education Systems strongly preferred.
* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Sciences, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field of study (Master's degree preferred.).

All applicants and District Transfers need to apply online. The online application is located on the District website under Current Vacancies.
Please contact Denise Brauer 720-433-0010

Visa - Database Administrator

Visa operates the world's largest retail electronic payments network and is one of the most recognized global financial services brands. Visa facilitates global commerce through the transfer of value and information among financial institutions, merchants, consumers, businesses and government entities.

We offer a range of branded payment product platforms, which our financial institution clients use to develop and offer credit, charge, deferred debit, prepaid and cash access programs to cardholders. Visa's card platforms provide consumers, businesses, merchants and government entities with a secure, convenient and reliable way to pay and be paid in 170 countries and territories.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position will provide day-to-day operational support for Oracle and IBM DB2 database servers. The candidate must display a history of continually suggesting improvements to optimize existing and new processes. This is a 7x24 environment and must be able to join a 7x24 rotating on-call schedule. This position may require shift schedule.

JOB SCOPE
This is an individual contributor role responsible for solving complex problems and taking a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. This role serves as a technical/functional specialist and works independently with guidance only in the most complex situations.
Support UNIX (Solaris/AIX) and linux based hardware, operating systems and databases including Oracle and DB2 in a transaction intensive, 7x24, domain.

Provide operational and database support to Oracle EBS Suite (Financials)

Deployment of components of the database, define configuration objects and messaging environments.

Assist in change management processes.

Improving the efficiency of current processes and help standardize them.

Responding to and resolving incident and problem tickets.

Documenting and thoroughly understanding the application architecture, system configuration across platforms and interface with various systems and use this knowledge effectively to resolve issues

Work closely with customer support team to communicate the root cause of the outage, duration and recommendations or steps to resolve issues.


BA degree in Computer Science or related field plus 6-8 years of experience supporting Oracle Databases in a large production environment, or equivalent.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service
Ability to successfully manage multiple concurrent activities and meet timeframes and deliverables

Expert level experience with: Oracle, IBM DB2, Oracle E-business Suite (Financials)

UNIX (Solaris/AIX), Linux, JAVA, LDAP

RAID based storage (NAS/SAN)

Configuration and management of application servers and Web servers

Web based application development/deployment problems

Network based protocols and UNIX security issues

VM experience a plus

Achieve and understand Service Level commitments for all open systems platforms

Must have a technical and business mindset and able to understand business impact for open systems environment

Must have Operations Support experience.

Zed USA - DB Dev

Business Intelligence DB Dev - Zed USA - Downtown Denver
Posted by: "Sarah George" Sarah.George@zed.COM

Zed USA (www.zed.com), the world's largest provider of digital media, currently has a full time opportunity for a Business Intelligence Developer. If you are interested please send resume and salary requirements to USACareers@zed.com.

MISSION:

Work with project managers and internal business partners on architecting and modifying Data Warehouse schemas. Perform database development tasks including creating and optimizing SQL, performing data imports, exports and general data manipulation. Work closely with the Business Intelligence, database and development teams to support the creation, and maintenance of databases for Zed USA's Data Warehouse. Establish and maintain database and reporting documentation.


MAIN DUTIES / FUNCTIONS:

Work with project managers and internal business partners on architecting and modifying Data Warehouse schemas, functions and reports. Perform database development in SQL Server and Analysis Services 2005. Support creation and maintenance of databases in order to support developmental projects.


QUALIFICATION / KNOWLEDGE:

Ability to understand complex data structures and data environments
Ability to create, modify and optimize existing stored procedures, views, and create complex SQL and MDX queries
Experienced working in Microsoft SQL Server 2005 environments
Experience with report development tools using SQL and MDX (Microsoft Reporting Services, Crystal Reports Microsoft Access, etc)


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:


Minimum of 3 years experience designing and implementing Data Warehouses.


SKILLS:

Strong knowledge of relational database design and implementation
Strong knowledge of de-normalized and normalized schemas with emphasis on star schema design
An understanding of how database design affects performance
4-5years developing Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services packages
Significant knowledge of t-SQL
Experience with SQL Server 2005 Analysis Services to create Online Analytical Processing (OLAP) cubes


Provides equal employment opportunity to all persons and does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability or veteran status.

*****************************RECRUITERS PLEASE DON'T CONTACT************************************************************************************************************************

Monday, July 26, 2010

CableLabs - Engineering Technician l

Engineering Technician l (Louisville)
Posted by: "ResumesC" resumes@cablelabs.com resumecl

CableLabs is seeking an Engineering Technician l in the Systems
Evaluation Dept., who will be responsible for executing interoperability
certification tests. This individual ensures the appropriate tests are
run and documented in the proper manner to verify the interoperability
between devices. This individual must be comfortable in a lab
environment and have strong problem solving skills.

FUNCTIONS
• Execute and document test results for interop and certification
testing to verify interoperability between devices.
• Learn to configure head-end equipment as appropriate to the lab
environment and MSO implementations.
• Learn to configure networks and network management equipment in
support of interoperability and certification events.
• Learn to use the test tools which are developed to test and
monitor interface protocols.
• Contribute to the interoperability and certification events, by
providing expertise and functional support.
• Perform all company related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Basic knowledge of at least one area: data communications
protocols or digital video systems, or RF networks, or IP protocol.
• Basic knowledge and the ability to operate computers, and basic
understanding on how to use and create emails, word, excel, and power
point documents.
• Working knowledge of cable systems architecture, operations and
procedures a plus.
• Excellent problem solving, interpersonal, communications and
planning skills required. Ability to work on assignments which are
semi-routine, where the ability to recognize deviation from accepted
practice or expected behavior is required.
• Willing to travel as needed.

Do you meet these requirements? Do you have a yearning for learning, the
resilience to adapt to an ever-changing technical landscape, and a
penchant for challenges? If so, come be a part of an organization that
is dedicated to identifying and delivering new and innovative video and
broadband technologies over cable networks.



Please send your resume, summary of related experience, and salary
requirements to resumes@cablelabs.com. Please reference Engineer
Technician l when applying.



CableLabs offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits and
rewards. For more information on this position and CableLabs in
general, please visit our website at www.cablelabs.com. EOE.

AppliedTrust - IT Security Analyst

IT Security Analyst - Boulder
Posted by: "trent_r_hein" trent@atrust.com

AppliedTrust is looking for an IT Security Analyst with hands-on technology experience both at the system and application level who enjoys working with people. This is an opportunity to work with highly-motivated individuals who take a practical approach to security.

Key contributions of this position include:

* Analyzing system, network, and application security.
* Demonstrating technical knowledge of Windows, UNIX, Linux, networking, and application platforms.
* Evaluating risk and identifying appropriate mitigation actions.
* Hands-on operation of security support platforms, such as IDS/IPS, AV/AS, etc.
* Hands-on technology evaluation and selection.
* Performing security, performance, and availability assessments.
* Managing and resolving open IT issues.
* Debugging user-reported problems.
* Monitoring systems and networks.


AppliedTrust requires a four-year degree for our IT Security Analyst positions. We are looking for folks with a strong technical foundation, which usually equates to some relevant coursework and one or more years of experience working as a system/network administrator or network engineer. This position requires excellent troubleshooting, planning, time management, and communication skills.

AppliedTrust promotes work/life balance. We are very proud of our recent Apex Award for Distinguished Services and our being named to the Boulder County Business Report's 2010 Mercury 100 list of Fastest Growing Companies. We offer our employees a casual, eco-friendly office environment that includes a recently added rooftop garden. Our office is in downtown Boulder, just off the Pearl Street mall, which is a fun location to be a part of with many good places to eat and unwind.

AppliedTrust provides a benefits package that currently includes the following:

* Competitive salary
* Over four weeks of annual paid vacation to start, plus additional paid holidays
* 401(k) program with employer matching
* Health (PPO), Dental, and Life/AD&D/LTD insurance with 100% of employee premiums paid for by AppliedTrust
* Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) program
* Annual ski pass
* Free downtown parking and RTD Eco Pass
* Free floating gym passes

AppliedTrust is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

GHX - Sr. QA Engineer

3 - 6 month Contract Sr. QA Engineer - Louisville,
Posted by: "Rick Chinberg" rchinberg@ghx.com


Will be responsible for drawing upon substantial hands-on experience in
both manual and automated testing, and will leverage strong
understanding of IT systems and system integration expertise to test
product functionality.



Principle duties and responsibilities:

* Suggests and implements innovative approaches for problem
resolution.

* Provides support and suggestions for continuously improving
the SDLC process.

* Reviews and provides input on the accuracy, clarity and
testability of requirement documentation.

* Conducts testing using multiple test methodologies.

* Creates, executes and maintains complex test cases.

* Creates, executes and maintains automated test scripts.

* Isolates software problems, writing clear and detailed defect
reports.

* Assists development with defect reproduction.

* Validates issues reported as fixed.

* Demonstrates product mastery over responsible applications.

* Trains and mentors less-experienced staff members and internal
users.

* Communicates issues and status to team and management.



Required Skills:

* Working knowledge of hardware and software systems, components
and multiple platforms.

* Analytical and investigative problem-solving skills, and the
tenacity to work to the resolution of complex tasks.

* The ability to create and maintain automated tests in QTP.

* The ability to perform in a dynamic environment.

* Intermediate experience with SQL and Unix.

* The ability to assume responsibility for project assignments.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Strong time management skills.

Preferred Skills:

* Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.

* Ability to create and maintain performance tests in JMeter.

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related discipline,
with a minimum 4 years direct experience in a software testing role and
function.



APPLY NOW***In order to apply for this position, please follow the below
link to the GHX website: http://jobs-ghx.icims.com/jobs/intro



GHX provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital
status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with
applicable federal, state and local laws. GHX complies with applicable
state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every
location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all
terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to,
hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer,
leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

GHX expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based
on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin,
age, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the
ability of GHX's employees to perform their expected job duties is
absolutely not tolerated.



Rick Chinberg

Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist



GHX

1315 W. Century Drive

Louisville, Colorado 80027

720.887.5398 direct

720.887.7000 main

303.570.3392 cell

720.887.7091 fax

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McKesson - Technical Support Database Administrator

Healing the healthcare system starts with you. It starts with the chain of events you initiate when you work with McKesson Provider Technologies - a chain that extends across the country and results in millions of people getting more from their healthcare.



McKesson Provider Technologies delivers comprehensive solutions with the power to change the way healthcare is provided. Our capabilities extend beyond healthcare IT software to include automation and robotics, business process re-engineering, analytics and other services that connect healthcare providers, physicians, payors and patients across all care settings. Over 50 percent of U.S. hospitals use our solutions on a daily basis. We're also a leader in solutions that manage complex financial information and optimize resources and supply chain management. Ultimately, we're helping the system run smoother so that healthcare works for all of us.

Position Description



**This is an After Hours position: The schedule is 6pm-6am, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.



Responsible for supporting Oracle database stability among McKesson customers including assisting with planning and administering complex databases.. Help customers ensure accuracy, completeness, and stability of data in master files. Work with customers to develop and implement recommended Best Practices and leverage tools to optimize up-time and availability of the database to mission-critical clinical applications. Support customer migrations and upgrades during application release cycles.

Minimum Requirements



*Exposure to UNIX, Linux System architecture and commands

*Strong working knowledge of SQL

*RAC experience, including ASM

*Strong understanding of Oracle internals, administration skills with 9i, 10g

*SQL tuning a plus

*PLSQL a plus

*Strong Backup / Recovery knowledge with RMAN/user-managed backups

*Understanding of distributed application environments preferred

*Ability to quickly learn new, complex technologies

*Effective verbal and written communication skills

*Ability to prioritize and demonstrate time management skills

*Healthcare industry experience a plus

*Ability to work effectively with customers in high-pressure situations

*Flexible schedule to allow for pager rotation

*Good interpersonal skills

*Ability to work on a team and independently

Education



* Bachelors degree or relevant professional experience in diagnosing and troubleshooting software and/or customer service on computer systems.

Physical Requirements



General Office Demands

Company Statement



McKesson offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.



McKesson is everywhere in healthcare. We offer a wealth of opportunity for individuals with a desire to make a difference in providing industry-leading, integrated healthcare services and solutions. Individuals with the passion to be a part of our entire continuum of patient-focused care. It's you and McKesson - empowering healthcare. Visit www.mckesson.com/careers for more information.



As an equal opportunity employer, McKesson Corporation unites the talents and contributions of all to advance the power of healthcare.

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OppenheimerFunds - Enterprise Data Warehouse Analyst, Senior Java Programmer

OppenheimerFunds, Inc. has been helping investors achieve their financial goals since 1960. We are one of the nation's largest and most respected asset management companies.

Position Responsibilities:
* Work closely with users to design, develop and implement applications, reports and ad hoc queries that provide business information to all levels of personnel.
* Develop and maintain Cognos Framework Manager metadata models based on user requirements. Develop and maintain Cognos Transformer OLAP models.
* Develop and support maintainable, high-performing Informatica ETL processes for data acquisition and integration in enterprise data components
* Support company-wide information data governance and quality programs with input and support from data management leadership.
* Contribute to support of Cognos and Informatica environments



Position Requirements:
* Understanding of relational database concepts (tables, indexing, views, aggregates, stored procedures)

One year experience developing and maintaining ETL/BI solutions with:
 Informatica Power Center in a UNIX or LINUX environment
 Cognos 8 Framework Manager/Transformer
 Oracle
 SQL
 Autosys

 Proficient with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint)
 Bachelor Degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
 Strong initiative, leadership and supporting communication skills


Optional Position Requirements:
 Experience in planning, designing, building and deploying solutions for enterprise data initiatives
 Understanding of logical and physical data modeling concepts
 Understanding of Informatica Power Center and Cognos product architecture and knowledge of integrated products
 Experience in Cognos multidimensional analysis, enterprise reporting, scorecards, ad-hoc query and analytics
 Experience with SQL Server, Sybase
 Experience developing UNIX shell scripts
 Prior use of version control applications (i.e StarTeam, Source Safe, CVS)

OppenheimerFunds is a thriving organization which provides a positive work environment, professional challenges, competitive compensation, and work/life balance.

Please visit us at www.oppenheimerfunds.com to learn more about our company and career opportunities.
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OppenheimerFunds, Inc. has been helping investors achieve their financial goals since 1960. We are one of the nation's largest and most respected asset management companies.
Based in the Denver Tech Center we are seeking a highly motivated, skilled, and experienced developer to join the firm*s internet development team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for using technology to solve business challenges using innovative and engaging web application interfaces for our clients. This job requires a candidate with a solid web development track record along with strong communication skills (interpersonal, written and spoken), a can-do attitude, creative imagination, who can contribute to a disciplined-but-entrepreneurial work environment. The individual will be a member of a cross-discipline team of analysts and developers dedicated to developing and maintaining the firm*s internet sites.

Responsibilities May Include:

Participate in all aspects of the system development life cycle with specific focus on the design, estimation, construction, unit and integration testing of both service- and web-tier components

Collaborate with our business partners as well as other development-, infrastructure- and QA- groups to deliver business-focused solutions on time and within budget

Develop high-quality implementations following established development processes

Maintenance of existing and implementation of new web applications

Provide post implementation support and on call production support of application suite

Share past experience and mentor fellow team members in improving the teams implementation and development discipline.

Identify and implement monitoring and preventative maintenance as required.

Keep abreast of the latest developments in Internet technologies


Competencies for Success:

7+ years experience building and supporting Java / J2EE based production applications.

3+ years experience in developing externally facing web applications using HTML. AJAX, JavaScript, CSS, DHTML and relevant open-source libraries

Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with MVC technologies including Struts, Spring MVC, JSF and JSP / JSTL

Experience with J2EE application servers, preferably BEA Weblogic

Experience working with Eclipse IDE and Apache Tomcat

Experience working with SVN and Maven and in a continuous integration environment

Proficient in SQL and RDBMs (Sybase, Oracle)

Proficient in UNIX

Proficient in XML and web-service related technologies, SOAP, XML Parsing, XPath and XSLT

Strong problem determination and trouble shooting skills

Demonstrated knowledge of Object-Oriented design including familiarity with various design patterns and UML

Experience working with website content technologies including search, analytics, content management systems.

Demonstrated knowledge of multiple languages / alternative frameworks including Grails, Rails, etc.

Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new technologies as the need arise.

Experience in working in a team-based agile development environment.

Excellent interpersonal and written & oral communication skills

Capable of working independently as well as in team environment.

Strong analytical and problem solving / trouble-shooting skills.

Demonstrated ability to delivery quality solutions while coordinating multiple assignments / deadlines

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Ability to work within defined schedules and budgets

Previous experience with a financial services organization a plus

OppenheimerFunds is a thriving organization which provides a positive work environment, professional challenges, competitive compensation, and work/life balance.
Please visit us at www.oppenheimerfunds.com to learn more about our company and career opportunities.

ProVault - PHP Software Developer

PHP Software Developer – Online Security Expert, Monument (telec
Posted by: "Debbie Mignola" dmignola@provaultlaw.com debdance2

Contract, Hourly, 20+ Hours per Week

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
High aptitude for programming, problem solving, logic
PHP, Javascript, AJAX, HTML, and MySQL experience
Online Security
Fast learner, excellent at learning a new industry and application

COMPANY INFORMATION & OPPORTUNITY
ProVault is an exciting startup Software as a Service company that provides online questionnaire and specialized reporting software for law firms. We released our product, gained 15% market share in first month, and we are at a very early growth stage. We are seeking a sharp, hard-working individual (technical "Rock Star") to join our amazing team.

COMPENSATION
$15/hr. After we either get our revenues up or get funded by a large investor, salary will adjust up to market standards. Potential to move into fulltime salaried position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Open requisition requires PHP, Javascript, HTML, and AJAX software development. Candidate will complete the necessary enhancements to our young application as well as fix bugs that have been identified. Candidate must have a high aptitude for software development, be hard working, self-motivated, and will get the job done.

Online Securities Expert. We need to take our system to the next level of security. Candidate must understand and have experience implementing best practices for the security of data in online applications.

• Location: telecommute from home office (office located in Monument, CO)
• Compensation: $15/hr
• This is a contract job.
• Immediate need.
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

Local Matters - Senior Linux IT System Administrator

This is a "think outside of the box" position ...

Sweet! Is it also a "think outside the stale management paradigm" position?




Denver, CO - Senior Linux IT System Administrator
Posted by: "Joel Maslak" jmaslak@localmatters.com

http://www.localmatters.com/careers

Are you the IT person the other IT people go to for the hard problems? Are
you the IT person the general user population goes to because they know you
will get their problem solved and make them feel comfortable while doing
so? Do you enjoy working around other smart system administrators and
engineers on challenging problems and using cutting-edge technologies? If
so, Local Matters may be the place for you and we would love to talk to you.

Local Matters is a local search and social technology company producing some
of the largest traffic sites on the Internet. At Local Matters, the pace is
quick, and we demand a lot of each other and ourselves. It¹s not just about
work though; we like to play hard too. Whether it is joining a group for a
lunchtime run, playing in a foosball tournament, enjoying our Free Beer
Friday, or simply enjoying a LoDo happy hour with some teammates, we are all
about making sure Local Matters is a fun and challenging place to work.

The Senior System Administrator is a cornerstone of the Local Matters IT
team someone others can count on to bring projects to completion. We
expect a high level of competence and professionalism. The successful
candidate is highly skilled with a variety of technologies, with a focus on
Linux/Unix and open source technologies. This is a "think outside of the box" position, as you will often be asked to find a way of improving our
technological ecosystem while being sensitive to the budget. Extremely
strong technical abilities are required for this position, as is an
outstanding attitude. Good social skills are a requirement for this
position, and you will be expected to communicate well in spoken and written
communications.

TEAM DESCRIPTION / WORK CHARACTERISTICS

€ Member of a 5-person team, consisting of a supervisor and four staff
members, supporting both internal and external users.
€ This position would be a lead position, expected to be able to provide
technical guidance to other team members.
€ You will learn new technologies and see new ways of doing things we
typically don¹t just buy a product off-the-shelf and hire a contractor to
install it.
€ We are very selective in hiring you will work with some of the
smartest people in the industry.
€ We take our IT work very seriously, and expect the highest levels of
professionalism and competence. But we are also laid-back (once you¹ve
built good systems, you can enjoy watching them run!). Our dress code
reflects this functional clothing (no formal business clothing!) is
preferred.
€ Local Matters believes in open source, with most of our systems running
on Linux. We use technology such as Linux, Tomcat, Apache, Samba, Puppet,
PostgreSQL, Postfix, OpenLDAP, OpenBSD, pf, Nagios, Asterisk. However, we
have some commercial software installed and continue to support a legacy
base of PC systems running various flavors of Windows.
€ You would be assigned a laptop running the operating system of your
choice (MacOS X, Linux, or Windows).
€ 60% or more of our staff runs MacOS.
€ We are a 24x7 shop, even for internal systems, as we ³follow the sun².
All members of the team will share in on-call responsibilities, with each
member being first-call approximately one week per month, and second-call an
additional week each month. On-call duties are typically moderate. Local
Matters has programs in place to minimize the burden of carrying a pager and
encouraging a work-life balance. You will not be called when you are not
on-call.
€ Moderately frequent travel (an average of two day trips per month) is
required within the Denver metro area. Occasional travel is required
outside of Denver (one week every six months).
€ Our user base is diverse, consisting of creative, business, and
technical users, with a variety of questions (including both basic, such as,
³Can you help me move my phone to another desk?² and advanced, such as, ³I
need a temporary environment using Tomcat with an Apache proxy that connects
via AJP, utilizes LDAP authentication, and is scaled across four servers²)
€ Most technical problems/issues/projects for this position would involve
Linux or network systems. However, this position is expected to provide
coverage for workstation/desktop and internal business systems, particularly
after-hours when on-call or when staff availability requires.
€ Occasional interaction with customers and customer IT staff.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PERSONALITY CHARACTERISTICS

€ Express a positive, constructive, and flexible attitude when working
with coworkers, both inside and outside of IT.
€ Fluent with many technologies, and is thus able to use leverage
technologies when designing ³outside the box² solutions
€ Recognize that there is more than one way to complete a task, and be
open to alternatives based on business not only technical concerns.
€ Work with other staff members to ensure availability, reliability, and
scalability of UNIX systems.
€ Produces outstanding technical documentation.
€ Willing to perform any task that will help Local Matters compete in the
marketplace, even when such tasks are not limited to traditional senior
system administration tasks.
€ Is able to change perceptions of IT among other business units, when
such perceptions are negative.
€ When speaking to customers, demonstrate skill, competence,
professionalism, and other core-Local Matters values.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

€ Complete major IT initiatives and projects involving coordination
within IT and other business units.
€ Responsible for the installation, configuration, and daily maintenance
of UNIX/Linux and Windows servers and networks.
€ Monitor and test system performance to provide performance statistics
and reports for tuning and capacity planning purposes.
€ Perform file system configuration and management. Define and perform
system backups and recovery procedures.
€ Generate and maintain different types of documentation, and procedures
as part of general systems support.
€ Knowledgeable in several scripting languages (shell, perl, tcl, etc.)
and able to create automated tools using these languages.
€ Coordinate, with other technical, support staff, and end-user personnel
for the resolution of technical problems and the analysis of future needs.
€ Provide Help Desk technical support when on-call and as-needed due to
staff availability.
€ Responsible for execution of daily tasks required for the maintenance
of adequate system security including passwords, systems rights, scripts,
etc.
€ Establish and implement policies, procedures, and technologies to
protect confidential information while allowing appropriate access.
€ Suggest methods to improve areas of operations, processes, efficiency,
and service to the various customers groups.
€ Coordinate with different IT teams in the schedule and implementation
of periodic maintenance of systems hardware and software. Including, but not
limited to, new OS releases and vendor supplied patches, hardware upgrades,
and system drivers.
€ Coordinate with outside vendors on activities related to his/her
specialty, and closely works with vendor personnel to assure timely and
accurate completion of specific tasks or projects.
€ Support software developers through the different development phases.
€ Conduct research on new technologies, hardware, and products in support
of procurement and system development efforts. Prepare and present
recommendations and justifications on major hardware and software purchase.
€ Provide guidance to junior members of the team.
€ Assist in the selection, training, and development of an effective and
efficient staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

€ Bachelor degree in Computer or Technical related science or equivalent
work experience.
€ 8 plus years of experience in UNIX/Linux and Windows systems analysis
and administration.
€ 10 plus years professional experience in an IT role

CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE

€ Experience working in a high availability, high visibility production
support environment.
€ Hands-on experience on hardware and software troubleshooting.
€ Experience with high-end storage devices SAN/NAS.
€ Skilled with TCP/IP and networking technology.
€ Knowledge of database principles and operations.
€ Understanding of High Availability, Business Continuity, and Disaster
Recovery concepts as they relate to Open Systems architecture.
€ Have excellent communication skills. In the area of spoken
communication, the proper use of grammar, clear articulation of ideas,
diction, and general business knowledge. Written communication to be clear
and concise.
€ Demonstrates a systematic, disciplined, and analytical approach to
problem solving.
€ Adheres to procedures, maintains records, and demonstrates commitment
to solving customer problems. Have a high level of attention to detail in
daily activities.
€ Ability to prioritize tasks to ensure responses are timely and other
responsibilities are accomplished.
€ Ability to multi-task several mission critical tasks and projects with
little supervision.
€ Professionalism that can gain the respect of the customers, peers, and
management.

How to Apply:
If interested, please include a cover letter with salary requirements and
resume to employment@localmatters.com. Also indicate the job title in the
subject of the email.