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IT jobs refer to positions focused on the creation, maintenance, and support of computer systems and networks in various industries. These roles can include software development, network architecture, system administration, cybersecurity, information systems management, and technical support. Characteristically, IT jobs require a blend of technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a continuous learning mindset due to the fast-paced nature of technological advancements. They often involve working with complex systems and data, necessitating attention to detail and a methodical approach to work. Additionally, collaboration with other professionals and clear communication are key, as IT roles typically support businesses in achieving strategic goals through technological solutions.
IT jobs refer to positions focused on the development, implementation, support, and management of computer-based information systems. These roles often require skills in programming, system analysis, hardware and networking, database management, and cybersecurity. Characteristic features of IT jobs include a strong emphasis on problem-solving, continual learning to keep up with rapid technology changes, and the potential for remote work given the digital nature of the field. IT professionals might work in various industries, from tech corporations to financial services, health care, and government sectors.
its member cooperatives. GROWMARK also owns and operates SEEDWAY, the largest full-line seed company in the United States. More information is available at. See what it's like to work at GROWMARK: youtu. be/CSVMn KCy Ss Y PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT Consults with clients throughout the GROWMARK system to analyze and implement the appropriate technical infrastructure including the installation, integration, administration and support of on premise and cloud based infrastructures.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provide leadership to the members of Enterprise Systems Support for key technology need to support the GROWMARK system, such as cloud, database, backups, and linux. Leads in the development
of the technical solutions, in translating the business needs into technical requirements. Identifies gaps, strategic impacts, financial impacts and the risk profile in the technical solution or offering, and provides technical support.
Responsible for technical problem resolution including communication with vendors and support groups as needed. Evaluates new technological developments and evolving business requirements. Submits an annual strategic overview to management discussing new technical developments and trends within cloud computing and how GROWMARK might leverage these technologies within its business processes. Assist with the negotiation, relationship management, troubleshooting
and reporting of all technology related contract commitments made with various vendors.
Monitor servers and services to provide statistics and other feedback to help maintain efficient and effective use of these systems Performs the appropriate tasks needed to facilitate the access of cloud services and on premise solutions supported by ESS for a wide variety of applications used by the GROWMARK system. Implements, recommends, and adheres to GROWMARK IT procedures. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Prepares monthly status reports, weekly time reporting, project summaries, and technical recommendations. Assists with preparation of annual overhead and capital budgets.
Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply. Performs all other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS Normally requires a college degree in computer science, information system, business, or the equivalent thereof, and 5 years or more of related work experience to demonstrate the ability to provide leadership to the GROWMARK System on the implementation and management of cloud solutions. Understanding and experience with information technology-related areas including cloud computing trends, resource management, technical design, support, data security, policies and procedures, and compliance along with planning, program execution, budgeting, and communications.
Understanding and experience with database management, especially Amazon Aurora, Amazon RDS, and other cloud based database platforms. Understanding and experience with backup software, such as Commvault or Amazon Backup. Demonstrated ability to think strategically about business, product, and technical challenges Proven ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment. Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. Must possess a valid passport. Occasionally required to lift 21-50 lbs. Ability to carry a pager and/or cell phone and be available to receive after hours support calls, Individuals in this position should expect to be available 24/7. Must have the ability to travel independently and overnight as necessary, and have the ability to possess a passport. Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.
We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.
a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves.
This means that we bring our whole selves to work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, interaction, pregnancy, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status,
or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process. AXIS' U. S. Excess & Surplus (E&S) Property Division is seeking a dynamic individual to join a strategic team of professional underwriters operating in one of the most complex areas of the E&S industry.
Under Senior Vice President (SVP) supervision, the individual will act within established guidelines to actively market, analyze, review, evaluate and monitor new and renewal accounts. Exercise sound judgment in the processing and management of E&S accounts and underwriting activities. This position is posted in Chicago, but open to other geographic
regions. AXIS works in hybrid work schedule, with 3 days required in the office.
Key Duties & Responsibilities: Participate in prospecting through the identification of new business targets and opportunities, work closely with producer/agent to ensure department receives opportunity to offer proposal. Make strategy recommendations to supervisor. Review and evaluate new and renewal business based upon company underwriting guidelines, competition and geographic focus. Develop strategy and make recommendations. Review coverage requests provided by agent and determine department's position relating to such requests within individual authority granted. Present those requests outside the individual authority to immediate supervisor for approval or guidance.
Analyze and underwrite individual risks. Develop appropriate limit structure, retention, pricing and endorsements within authority granted. Refer to supervisor for approval if outside authority. Manage personal book of business. Cross market between the product offerings within the department. Meet all divisional servicing objectives including but not limited to quote turnaround, policy issuance, phone management, file maintenance and documentation, etc. Maintain data integrity within the underwriting system.
Solicit new accounts, gather market intelligence and deliver up-to-date department information relating to products and services. Manage select agency relationships to ensure objectives are achieved. Continue to develop and update product and underwriting knowledge. Maintain up-to-date familiarity with economic and legal factors that impact the department's lines of business and the overall insurance industry. Participate in special projects and department initiatives at the request of manager. Coordinate with branch marketing representatives and profit center representatives to allow for cross marketing.
Required Education/Training & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Risk Management and Insurance, Accounting, Mathematics, or related field preferred A minimum of 8 years of experience in E&S, Wholesale, Reinsurance property underwriting or broking Strong presentation and interpersonal skills Strong financial analysis background Established broker relationships within the region and the ability to build relationships in new markets Other desired skills and characteristics: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) Excellent negotiation, interpersonal communication skills, and strong marketing abilities Team player For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of 140k to 200k (Chicago).
The specific salary offer will be based on an backssment of a variety of factors including the experience of the successful candidate and their work location. In addition, all employees are eligible for competitive incentive targets, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance. On top of this, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for employees and their families, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.
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Job Summary This position assists in the research, development, maintenance, and support of the services provided by ION Unified Communications team to Technology Solutions and its customers in accordance with University needs, specifications, and policy and as designated by the immediate supervisor.
The primary focus for this position will be as a systems administrator, having knowledge in the subject areas of mass email communications, proper email authentication methodologies, ability to develop and articulate procedures for safe mail sending. Additionally, this position will assist with the administration of the campus Microsoft 365 tenant supporting developing, optimizing, implementing
and maintaining these services provided by ION Unified Communications team. Additional Information Technology Solutions is committed to bring digital transformation to Illinois State University.
By improving process and providing the technological infrastructure and services to help students, faculty, staff and everyone else in the Redbird community succeed. The department goals laid out in Tech Solutions' Strategic Plan are informed by and directly support Educate, Connect, Elevate: Illinois State University's Strategic Plan. By building a strong team of professionals, these goals will be reached, and the campus experience will improve for everyone. Infrastructure Operations and Networking
(ION) manages the physical server, virtualization, and storage infrastructure for the University along with offering communication and collaboration support in areas such as email, shared storage, and Share Point.
Additionally, ION provides networking infrastructure and delivers audio and video communication capabilities to campus. This position is open to consideration for varying levels of experience. Pay within the salary range will be commensurate with experience. Position Highlights: There is the potential for 100% remote work or a hybrid arrangement in this position, within the State of Illinois. Eligibility is based upon employee performance, appropriate remote working environment, and business needs.
University Benefit Highlights: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance Tuition waiver benefits are available to staff as well as their eligible dependents. Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks Paid vacation and sick time Retirement and supplemental retirement For more University Benefit information: hr. illinoisstate. edu/benefits/ Information regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here hr.
illinoisstate. edu/benefits/insurance/ Salary Rate / Pay Rate $50,000 - $70,000 annual Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Any one or any combination totaling two years (24 months) from the following categories: a. College coursework which includes Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent: - 30 semester hours equals one year (12 months) - 60 semester hours (or Associate’s degree) equals 18 months - 90 semester hours equals two years (24 months) - 120 semester hours (or Bachelor’s degree) equals three years (36 months) b.
Progressively more responsible work experience in an IT-related profession Demonstrated experience working in/with all of the following: a. server Systems Administration specifically with Microsoft Windows b. hardware and software technology integration in large computing environments. c. internal and external teams to develop, implement, and maintain hardware, software, and services. Demonstrated knowledge of networking concepts. Foundation qualification in Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITILv3) or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications Experience in any or all of the following: a. Email administration leveraging both Microsoft Exchange, Exchange Online, Postfix SMTP, and mass electronic communication tools such as L-Soft Listserv. b. Server Systems Administration specifically with Linux (Red Hat Enterprise Linux) c. Administration of Microsoft Office 365 tenants and applications. d. Share Point farm administration e. Directory services such as Active Directory or LDAP. f. Virtual Computing using VMware technologies g. Cloud Computing (Amazon AWS, Azure, etc.
) h. Automation of tasks i. With web services, specifically IIS, Apache and Tomcat Demonstrated scripting skills using Microsoft Power Shell, python. Perl, bash. IT security background Work Hours Core Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday; occasional weekend and evening hours as business needs dictate Functional Expectations Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation: Remain at a workstation for extended periods. Distinguish colors on a monitor. Effectively communicate on a daily basis. Lift servers up to 45 pounds. Proposed Starting Date January 2024 Required Applicant Documents Resume Reference List Please Note : These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process.
Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on " Apply" Optional Applicant Documents Transcripts - See Special Instructions to Applicants for additional options ITIL Certification Certification of Retirement Annuity Please Note : These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on " Apply" Special Instructions for Applicants Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions.
Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put " see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.
College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below. To be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline. Transcripts and/or military service documentation may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline: Fax: 309.438.
xyz X, Attn: Kira Shelton Address: Illinois State University Human Resources Campus Box 1300 Normal, IL 61790-1300 The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score.
After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled. Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card.
Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment. Contact Information for Applicants Kira Shelton Human Resources (309) 438-xyz X Important Information for Applicants This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-xyz X.
The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence. If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-xyz X. Application Opened: 12/18/2023 03:05 PM CST Application Closes: 01/02/2024 11:55 PM CST Send me jobs like these We will email you new jobs that match this search. Great, we can send you jobs like this, if this is your first time signing up, please check your inbox to confirm your subscription.
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