IT Software Development Advisor

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To design and maintain robust, scalable software architecture for one or more elements of CMS software systems; to oversee programming, implementation and maintenance revisions of specified projects; and to evaluate technologies and provide consultation regarding applications and systems needs related to these elements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensures software scalability and data integrity throughout all claims-related applications. Ensures software compatibility and alignment with overall business, IT and infrastructure strategies. Identifies and directs implementation of strategies for maintaining JURIS data and application integration. Collaborates with management and colleagues throughout CMS and develops overall designs and defines projects for implementation of strategic technology initiatives. Consults with project managers to keep informed of active and future projects and to identify areas of overlap. Assists as needed in implementation of large client programs involving numerous interfaces or system modifications. Manages analyst/programmers as needed. Reviews software change requests to identify duplication, similarities, and feasibility and recommends specific actions needed. Provides recommendations toward prioritization of tactical and strategic change requests. Assists in projecting software and hardware requirements for claims-related applications.
Performs other duties as assigned. Supports the organization's quality program(s).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations. Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions. Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree with major in Information Systems or Management from an accredited college or university preferred. Masters degree strongly preferred.

Experience
Ten (10) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education or experience required to include seven (7) years of software and development experience. Five (5) years hands-on programming experience in database and data driven applications strongly preferred.

Skills & Knowledge
High level knowledge of software development areas including software development life cycle methodologies, specification development, security, application modularization and logic specifications
Strong oral and written communication, including technical writing skills and presentation skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Leadership/management/motivational skills
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.