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Biznetix	Blue Heron Consulting	BlueTie	Burns Personnel	Catalyst Direct
Entre Computer Services	ER Associates	Fusion Productions	Garlock	Kirtas Technologies
Lenel Systems International	PAETEC	Performance Technologies	Perspective Partners	Pictometry
PLS	Point-N-Click	RailComm	RBA Staffing Solutions	RTEmd
SIGMA Marketing Group	Superior Tech. Resources	Synacor	The Rochester Group

BIZNETIX

BIZNETIX

INTERNET SALES EXECUTIVE (2-3 openings)

As Internet Sales Executive (ISE) you will be responsible for generating new business relationships, growing existing relationships, identifying and cultivating new channel partnerships and consulting with clients to form an effective Internet strategy. ISE’s primary duties will involve prospecting, needs analysis consulting, presentations, writing proposals, and account management. A 40 hour work week is the minimum. As Internet Sales Executive, you will primarily be working independently and also in tandem with the Biznetix sales force working together to drive the sales efforts at Biznetix.

www.biznetix.net

BIZNETIX

WEB PROGRAMMER (multiple openings)

Biznetix is seeking an ASP / ASP.Net web developer with deep technical knowledge and competency in the Microsoft Programming environment.

Responsibilities Include:
  • Develop and maintain code developed in ASP & ASP.NET using VBScript/VB.NET & C#.
  • Develop and maintain databases in MS Access and MS SQL Server.
  • Work on a multitude of web projects of varying difficulty and schedule deadlines.
  • Troubleshoot and ensure timely and effective resolution of any issues with projects.
  • Communicate directly with clients as needed during project implementation.

Required Skills:
  • 1+ years experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Familiarity with ASP & ASP.NET development environments
  • Ability to develop stored procedures and other simple SQL queries from a given database design
  • Object Oriented Programming experience

Desired Skills:
  • 1+ year of Microsoft .NET using C# web development
  • 3+ years web programming experience including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Experience building websites in ASP.NET
  • Experience designing complex applications and reusable components in .NET
  • Desire to be challenged and grow while solving real world technical problems
  • Experience with web services
  • B.S. degree in CS, CE, IT preferred but not required

www.biznetix.net

BIZNETIX

IT ADMINISTRATOR

Administers and supports enterprise wide computer systems and web servers. Resolves complex issues regarding network operations, server and desktop installations and maintenance, crisis management, managed services and backups. Ensures end user satisfaction by providing helpdesk support, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance. The candidate must be familiar with design and implementation, usage, tuning and monitoring of Windows Server 2000/2003, IIS Web servers and Microsoft SQL Servers. Excellent customer interface skills and the ability to effectively communicate with management is required.

Required Skills:
  • IIS experience
  • Mail Server & (SMTP & POP protocol) experience
  • DNS knowledge and experience
  • SQL Server experience
  • Windows Server Administration

Desired Skills:
  • Must have the ability to manage multiple projects and requests at one time and must have strong communication skills; strong documentation skills; must possess exceptional troubleshooting capabilities.
  • The ideal candidate will have production experience with highly-available web applications using IIS, Windows 2000/20003, Windows scripting languages and network troubleshooting skills.
  • Candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of production experience.

Other Desired Traits:
  • An undergraduate degree in CS, IT or equivalent
  • MCDBA or MCSE certification
  • Additional Microsoft Certifications, MCSA, MCP, etc with experience,
  • Linux Server Administration
  • Apache Server Administration
  • Mac Desktop familiarity

www.biznetix.net

BIZNETIX

PART-TIME BOOKKEEPER Handle various aspects of check writing and ledger, general ledger, billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, budgeting and other reporting functions. Reconcile accounts and transfer between various accounts. Work directly with management.

Must possess good fundamental understanding in all facets of accounting and be proficient in a computerized bookkeeping system. Also, should have good understanding of spreadsheets and preferably graphical spreadsheets. Prior experience with "QuickBooks" accounting systems a plus.

Must be able to manage a busy load of bookkeeping transactions and to complete daily work on time with few mistakes. Should be able to work with others well.

www.biznetix.net

WEBSITE DESIGNER

The perfect candidate will have 3+ years experience in website design with a strong knowledge of the development side and its capabilities. A large portfolio of attractive, creative, and professional web designs expanding from brochure sites, to full blown e-commerce applications is required. Excellent knowledge with PhotoShop, Illustrator, HTML, Flash, and JavaScript is desired.

www.biznetix.net

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BLUE HERON CONSULTING

No matter what type of business or level of technology sophistication, your organization can't afford to skimp on service delivery. To keep up with escalating business demands and customer expectations, managers increasingly face pressures to integrate e-commerce and operational databases with decades-old legacy systems — despite dwindling resources and tight budgets. More than ever, success depends on innovative, affordable solutions.

Blue Heron Consulting was locally founded by technology managers who faced just these challenges. Blue Heron is dedicated to independent customer care and billing consulting, providing a full range of strategic, integration, and professional services. It's this experience and dedication that enable us to keep our rates affordable, our service top-notch.

Blue Heron's success (revenues have doubled every year of existence) can be attributed to its business philosophy, which focuses on the following points:
  • Recruit specialists in best-of-breed information systems
  • Retain independence from product vendors.
  • Maintain rates significantly below those of competitors. Keep service levels significantly higher.

It is this philosophy that enables Blue Heron to provide the best value to its clients worldwide.

When you join Blue Heron Consulting, you join a team of experts who have lived the challenges our clients face every day. Our team is wholly dedicated to developing information technology tools and support services to help businesses become more efficient and competitive. We're looking to engage experienced, knowledgeable IT experts who can make a difference to our clients' bottom line.

BLUE HERON

JUNIOR TESTER

Position Responsibilities:
Provide Quality Assurance services to Client CIS program implementation project. Work with Business Analyst to define QA strategies, define, implement and evaluate processes and perform Quality Assurance processes. Participate in verification reviews and meetings to evaluate documents, plans, code, requirements and specifications. Test system for functionality, accuracy and adherence to specifications by performing systems integration, interface and regression testing. Develops, maintains, executes and validates test plans and test cases to ensure quality of software solutions. Reports test discrepancies, and follow through to resolve all issues, assist developers to identify errors.

Position Requirements:
  • Some experience writing test cases, creating bug reports, executing and tracking testing assignments.
  • Strong ability to express complex technical and non-technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Mainframe/technical knowledge in one or more of the following: Cobol, Natural, DB2, Adabas, CIS PLUS®, CorDaptix™, and Peoplesoft's Revenue Management (CIS).
  • Client/Server/technical knowledge in one or more of the following: Java, SQL Server, UNIX, SQR, Micro Focus Cobol, Crystal Reports.
  • Knowledge of techniques for the verification and validation of the quality of products and processes.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • US Citizenship, US Green Card, H1B Visa, or TN Visa. Desired Requirements:
  • Some experience with Gas, Electric, or Water Utility industry, considered a plus.
  • BS Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

For more information about our company go to: www.Blueheron-consulting.com

BLUE HERON

JUNIOR DEVELOPER

Position Responsibilities:
Designs, develops, modifies, debugs and evaluates CIS software specifications. Creates application customizations and implementations, interface development and data migration/conversion. Ensures conformance to software configuration management and software quality assurance best practices. Participates in the resolution of all problems, bugs, issues, concerns and questions. Analyzes existing programs and formulates logic for new systems, devises logic procedures. Develops conversion and system implementation plans. Prepares and obtains approval of system and programming documentation. Recommends changes in development, maintenance and system standards. May train users in conversion and implementation of software system.

Position Requirements:
  • General or course-work experience with Requirements, Design, Specifications, Construction and Testing
  • Mainframe/technical knowledge in one or more of the following: Cobol, Natural, DB2, Adabas.
  • Client/Server/technical knowledge in one or more of the following: Java, SQL Server, UNIX, SQR, Micro Focus Cobol, Crystal Reports.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
  • US Citizenship, US Green Card, H1B Visa, or TN Visa.

Desired Requirements:
  • Some experience with Gas, Electric, or Water Utility industry a plus.
  • Ability to travel.
  • BS Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

For more information about our company go to: www.Blueheron-consulting.com

BLUE HERON

TRAINER

Position Responsibilities:
Conduct training courses on-site for the Client and project team for the CIS applications and systems, including lectures and hands-on sessions. Works with applicable business unit and/or area/dept. to establish specifications of course, prerequisite skills and knowledge for trainees. Works to ensure that training materials and courses address all levels of employees. May assist in the design and development of technical training programs. Works with technical support to ensure material is accurate and reflect current application features. Gathers, reviews and analyzes course evaluations to determine effectiveness of training sessions. Implements revisions to improve training effectiveness.

Position Requirements:
  • Experience working with communication practices, principles and procedures for on-site presentations.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • US Citizenship, US Green Card, H1B Visa, or TN Visa.

Desired Requirements:
  • 2 years experience with Gas, Electric, or Water Utility Customer Information System
  • Mainframe/technical background in Cobol, Natural, DB2, Adabas, Oracle's Customer Care & Billing (CC&B), CIS PLUS®, CorDaptix™, and Peoplesoft's Revenue Management (CIS).

For more information about our company go to: www.Blueheron-consulting.com

BLUE HERON

BUSINESS ANALYST

Position Responsibilities:
Work with the Client, Technical Architect, Technical Analyst and Developers to coordinate and the implementation of the CIS application system. Analysis of the Client’s business and identifying the necessary transformations based on the CIS system. Support the project goals and contribute by analyzing data, system functionality and business practices and/or operations. Develop detailed design solutions, develop and execute test scripts. Investigate, resolve and respond to issues that arise. Create detailed documentation of test results.

Position Requirements:
  • Minimum of 2 years experience with Gas, Electric, or Water Utility Customer Information System
  • Must have a minimum of 2 years working with a CIS application preferably Oracle’s Customer Care & Billing (CC&B), CIS Plus, CorDaptix, and Peoplesoft’s Revenue Management (CIS).
  • Business experience as a consultant, background with Requirements, Design, Specifications, Construction and testing.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in facilitating and presenting to Senior Management Teams.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • BS Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • US Citizenship, US Green Card, H1B Visa, or TN Visa.

Desired Requirements:
  • Mainframe/technical background in Cobol, Natural, DB2, Adabas.
  • Client/Server/technical background in SQL Server, UNIX, SQR, Micro Focus Cobol, Crystal Reports.

For more information about our company go to: www.Blueheron-consulting.com

BLUE HERON

DEVELOPER

Position Responsibilities:
Designs, develops, modifies, debugs and evaluates CIS software specifications. Creates application customizations and implementations, interface development and data migration/conversion. Ensures conformance to software configuration management and software quality assurance best practices. Participates in the resolution of all problems, bugs, issues, concerns and questions. Analyzes existing programs and formulates logic for new systems, devises logic procedures. Develops conversion and system implementation plans. Prepares and obtains approval of system and programming documentation. Recommends changes in development, maintenance and system standards. May train users in conversion and implementation of software system.

Position Requirements:
  • Minimum of 2 years experience with Gas, Electric, or Water Utility Customer Information System
  • Extensive hands-on experience with Requirements, Design, Specifications, Construction and Testing
  • Minimum 2 years experience working with a CIS application, preferably Oracle's Customer Care & Billing (CC&B), CIS PLUS®, CorDaptix™, and Peoplesoft's Revenue Management (CIS).
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
  • BS Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • US Citizenship, US Green Card, H1B Visa, or TN Visa.

Desired Requirements
  • Mainframe/technical background in Cobol, Natural, DB2, Adabas.
  • Client/Server/technical background in SQL Server, UNIX, SQR, Micro Focus Cobol, Crystal Reports.

For more information about our company go to: www.Blueheron-consulting.com

BLUE HERON

PROJECT MANAGER

Position Responsibilities:
Document project requirements and negotiate customer expectations. Manage scope and schedule, working within a budget and with assigned resources to attain milestone dates. Provide overall project leadership, establish and monitor performance metrics, prepare and maintain project documentation, ensure adherence to software QA and configuration management standards, manage business and project issues, manage risks and develop contingency plans and report status to stakeholders and senior management.

Position Requirements:
  • 5-10 years of Project Management experience with proven ability to manage budget, schedule and scope.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience with ERP System Implementation and /or Customer Information/Billing Systems in the Gas/Electric Utility Industry desired.
  • Strong leadership skills, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills (negotiation and consensus building).
  • Experience in facilitating and presenting to Senior Management Teams.
  • Proficiency with project management tools, scheduling and manpower planning.
  • BS Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • US Citizenship, US Green Card, H1B Visa or TN Visa.

Desired Requirements:
  • Background in programming and testing Natural/Adabas or DB2, Cobol, PL1 a plus.
  • Project Management Certification (PMP) or equivalent desired.

For more information about our company go to: www.Blueheron-consulting.com

BLUE HERON

TECHNICAL ANALYST

Position Responsibilities:
Work with Client to assist in clarifying the business processes and data requirements associated with those processes. Identify and report technical risks throughout the life of the project and provide mitigation strategies for those risks. Work with the Technical Architect and Business Analyst to ensure that the data models accurately reflect the business and technical requirements and are reconciled with each other. Design and develop software specifications, implement code and unit test. Provide Client training as required.

Position Requirements:
  • Minimum of 2 years experience with Gas, Electric, or Water Utility Customer Information System
  • Extensive hands-on experience with Requirements, Design, Specifications, Construction and Testing
  • Minimum of 2 years experience working with a CIS application, preferably Oracle's Customer Care & Billing (CC&B), CIS PLUS®, CorDaptix™, or Peoplesoft's Revenue Management (CIS).
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
  • BS Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • US Citizenship, US Green Card, H1B Visa, or TN Visa.

Desired Requirements:
  • Mainframe/technical background in Cobol, Natural, DB2, Adabas.
  • Client/Server/technical background in Java, SQL Server, UNIX, SQR, Micro Focus Cobol, Crystal Reports.

For more information about our company go to: www.Blueheron-consulting.com

BLUE HERON

TECHNICAL ARCHITECT

Position Responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership, guidance and vision for the Client and project team. Work within a team consisting of Project managers, business analysts, technical analysts, developers and trainers and client liaisons at all levels of an organization. Assist in business development, working with sales team, project managers and client partners and lead the development of technical proposals, creating client presentations and able to lead on-site client teams. Must manage and mentor developers, promoting quality, consistency and maintainability of solutions. Provide scoping and architecting solutions and prepare long and short range plans for applications, systems development and system maintenance. Responsible for establishing and providing implementation of revised system and program requirements.

Position Requirements:
  • 5-10 years of technical architectural experience in customer information systems, with proven ability in architect and design.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience with ERP System Implementation and /or Customer Information/Billing Systems.
  • Strong leadership skills, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills (negotiation and consensus building).
  • Experienced in facilitating sessions with Client’s Senior Management Team.
  • Strong analytical and technical ability, capable of thought leadership and strategic thinking.
  • Mainframe/technical background, must be proficient in 3 or more of the following: Cobol, Natural, DB2, Adabas, Oracle's Customer Care & Billing (CC&B), CIS PLUS®, CorDaptix™, and Peoplesoft's Revenue Management (CIS).
  • BS Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • US Citizenship, US Green Card, H1B Visa or TN Visa.

Desired:
  • Some previous work experience in the Gas/Electric Utility Industry desired.
  • Client/Server/technical background in Java, SQL Server, UNIX, SQR, Micro Focus Cobol, Crystal Reports.
  • Background in programming and testing Natural/Adabas or DB2, Cobol, PL1 a plus.

For more information about our company go to: www.Blueheron-consulting.com

BLUE HERON

TESTER

Position Responsibilities:
Provide Quality Assurance services to Client CIS program implementation project. Work with Business Analyst to define QA strategies, define, implement and evaluate processes and perform Quality Assurance processes. Participate in verification reviews and meetings to evaluate documents, plans, code, requirements and specifications. Test system for functionality, accuracy and adherence to specifications by performing systems integration, interface and regression testing. Develops, maintains, executes and validates test plans and test cases to ensure quality of software solutions. Reports test discrepancies, and follow through to resolve all issues, assist developers to identify errors.

Position Requirements:
  • Some experience writing test cases, creating bug reports, executing and tracking testing assignments.
  • Strong ability to express complex technical and non-technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Knowledge of techniques for the verification and validation of the quality of products and processes.
  • BS Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • US Citizenship, US Green Card, H1B Visa, or TN Visa.

Desired Requirements:
  • Minimum of 2 years experience with Gas, Electric, or Water Utility Customer Information System.
  • Desired mainframe/technical background in Cobol, Natural, DB2, Adabas, Oracle's Customer Care & Billing (CC&B), CIS PLUS®, CorDaptix™, and Peoplesoft's Revenue Management (CIS).
  • Desired Client/Server/technical background in Java, SQL Server, UNIX, SQR, Micro Focus Cobol, Crystal Reports.
  • Willingness to travel.

For more information about our company go to: www.Blueheron-consulting.com

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BLUETIE

BLUETIE

ENTERPRISE SOFTWARE SALES EXECUTIVE

DESCRIPTION:
The Enterprise Software Sales Executive is responsible for managing the technical sales cycle and providing technical sales support (e.g., needs development and discovery, product presentations, architecture reviews, application discussions) for prospective customers. This strong individual contributor must have a strong understanding of web application development to collaborate with a variety of people including senior executives, designers, architects and application developers. You will work closely with our senior management and development teams to refine our solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Help identify and qualify opportunities for products and services at new and existing customers that are engaged in application development for the web
  • Work closely with customers to plan, implement and evolve Ajax solutions
  • Deliver presentations and demonstrations of the software and applications to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships as primary technical point-of-contact during pre-sales activities, implementation, and transition to post-sales support
  • Contribute and maintain competitive analysis information for sales training purposes

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:
  • A Bachelor's degree and 4 - 6 years sales experience or customer-facing service delivery experience
  • Self-motivated and possess the ability to quickly understand complex customer IT infrastructures
  • Demonstrates creative problem solving ability. Ability and desire to learn new technologies
  • Must be energetic and results-oriented
  • Must have web development background
  • Effective business writing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Adobe Reader, and Microsoft Excel
  • Effective live and web-based presentation skills with proficiency in PowerPoint and demonstrating enterprise software applications

Note: BlueTie will screen all resumes; only applicants whose skills most closely match the job description will be invited for an interview. Applicants may apply at our website: BlueTie Careers

BLUETIE

TEST ENGINEER

DESCRIPTION:
BlueTie's Software Test Engineers serve as key players within BlueTie's IT organization. Test Engineers will leverage the latest technologies to solve complex business problems. Test engineers will ensure our applications are defect free to deliver distributed web-based applications that are truly world class. Test Engineers will assist with building processes and generating documentation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Maintaining expert-level knowledge of our software and systems
  • Develop, Document and Execute test plans and testing scenarios
  • Identify and Execute test cases
  • Create and Test Applications using BlueTie Framework and JavaScript
  • Perform functional testing, regression testing, and ad-hoc testing
  • Find defects and work with development to ensure defects are fixed

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:
  • Minimum of 2 years of testing experience
  • Prior experience testing Web-based systems
  • Strong understanding of software testing methodologies
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a very fast-paced team environment
  • Experience with CVS

PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
  • Experience testing one or more large-scale, commercial, Web-based applications
  • Experience coding in JavaScript and XML
  • Experience with scripting and programming languages such as Perl, PHP, Ruby and BASH Shell scripting
  • Strong understanding of IDE's
  • Experience with Experience with defect tracking systems such as Quality Center and SourceForge

Note: BlueTie will screen all resumes; only applicants whose skills most closely match the job description will be invited for an interview. Applicants may apply at our website: BlueTie Careers

BLUETIE

SOFTWARE ENGINEER

DESCRIPTION:
BlueTie’s Software Developers serve as key players within BlueTie’s Engineering team at our headquarters in Rochester, New York. If you are exceptionally motivated to write Web-based applications and want hands on experience leveraging and learning the latest technologies to solve complex business problems, then this job is for you!

This full time opening requires an engineer who has the ability to learn technologies quickly and apply them to meet fast development schedules. The successful candidate thrives in a team environment and works to create great software and enhance existing distributed Web-based applications.

Responsibilities include: reviewing business requirements, creating software specifications, documenting design, implementing/unit-testing code, and participating in peer review.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
  • Review and provide feedback to software requirements, analyze project's complexity, and provide estimates
  • Design scalable, robust and creative solutions
  • Write elegant, efficient and well documented code
  • Work closely with other engineers, QA analysts, project managers and support staff in a team oriented environment

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
  • Superior knowledge of software development techniques (developing specifications, design/architecture and code) as well as testing techniques
  • Understanding of building scalable Web-based solutions
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a very fast-paced team environment
  • Experience with Linux/Unix operating system and familiarity with Windows
  • Knowledge and experience with: C/C++; JavaScript, HTML, CSS; SQL and relational databases; XML; Web services
  • Familiarity with: ASP/Visual Basic in COM/COM+ model; Ajax; LDAP; STL

Note: BlueTie will screen all resumes; only applicants whose skills most closely match the job description will be invited for an interview. Applicants may apply at our website: BlueTie Careers

BLUETIE

TECHNICAL PRODUCT MANAGER

DESCRIPTION:
BlueTie is currently seeking a leader whose primary responsibility will be to oversee the Ajax framework product lifecycle, from strategic definition through design, deployment, training, support, maintenance, enhancement and refinement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  •Translate client-user and client-implementer needs into new or refined features and services.
  • Develop and implement product specifications, requirements, documentation, training materials, and guide customer support personnel.
  • Develop and conduct training courses.
  • Evangelize the framework at conferences, tradeshows, and other venues.
  • Work with the software engineers that develop and maintain the framework product to assure strategic goals and business needs are met.
  • Coordinate development efforts with quality assurance to ensure alignment of requirements and acceptance tests.
  • Work with project manager and software engineers to determine feature sets and release scheduling.
  • Manage feature sets and release scheduling.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES ARE:
  • Bringing 5-7 years experience in Product Development, specifically in Software Product Management.
  • Ideal candidates will have some coding experience.
  • Entrepreneurial and broad in scope, and can quickly adapt to any environment.
  • Possessing excellent customer skills, comfortable dealing with customers in all settings.
  • Able to identify risks early on, and can mitigate these risks effectively.
  • Able to effectively discuss design issues at a very technical level with developers.
  • Outstanding business writers and are comfortable writing detailed and technical documents that are translated from customer needs and market landscape.
  • Leaders - creative, organized, self motivated, and self starters.
  • Flexible and are comfortable with change.

MUST BE COMMITTED TO:
  • Succeed because you fully understand the software technology and needs of the market.
  • Deliver on-time under tight schedules.
  • Excel within ambiguity.

Note: BlueTie will screen all resumes; only applicants whose skills most closely match the job description will be invited for an interview. Applicants may apply at our website: BlueTie Careers

BLUETIE

SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

DESCRIPTION:
BlueTie’s Software Developers serve as key players within BlueTie’s Engineering team at our headquarters in Rochester, New York. If you are motivated and want hands on experience leveraging your existing knowledge and learning the latest Web technologies to solve complex business problems, then this job is for you!

This full time opening requires a senior level engineer who has the ability to learn technologies quickly and apply them to meet fast development schedules. The successful candidate thrives in a team environment and works to create great software. Responsibilities include: design and documentation of Web 2.0/3.0 software system components, reviewing business requirements, creating software specifications, implementing/unit-testing code, peer review and guidance of junior level engineers.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
design and documentation of Web 2.0/3.0 software system components, reviewing business requirements, creating software specifications, implementing/unit-testing code, peer review and guidance of junior level engineers.
  • Design and develop highly advanced Web solutions
  • Write elegant, efficient, robust and well documented code
  • Work closely with other engineers, QA analysts, project managers and support staff in a team oriented environment

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
  • Superior knowledge of software development techniques (developing specifications, design/architecture and code) as well as testing techniques
  • S8+ years of development experience with Web technologies
  • SExcellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a very fast-paced team environment
  • SKnowledge of: OO language (Java, C#); JavaScript, HTML, CSS; SQL and relational databases; XML, XSL, XSD; SOAP/REST.
  • SExperience with: SSO solutions, SOA, AJAX, Application Servers (jBoss, WebSphere, Tomcat), Web Servers (Apache, IIS), IDEs (Visual Studio, Eclipse), Platforms (.NET, J2EE)

Note: BlueTie will screen all resumes; only applicants whose skills most closely match the job description will be invited for an interview. Applicants may apply at our website: BlueTie Careers

BLUETIE

PRODUCT MANAGER

DESCRIPTION:
BlueTie is currently seeking a leader who is technically savvy, has a vision for the big picture and is eager to join our driven team. The Product & Project Manager will be responsible for working across departments to manage the product development process, from strategy through implementation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Perform Market Analysis, understand customer needs and facilitate conceptual development and detailed design of new product features or product enhancements.
  • Create business case for projects and develop ROI information.
  • Develop and document Business Requirements for enhancements to, or new, product features and functions.
  • Study and understand business needs, business drivers, industry and competition.
  • Ensure that web solutions to business requirements are based on sound and complete analysis and design that can be efficiently and effectively implemented, keeping constant focus on the ROI of each decision made.
  • Work closely with customers, partners and internal departments (Marketing, Sales, Finance and Operations) when developing requirements documentation; This could involve conducting interviews, leading requirements gathering/definition sessions, participate in and approve deliverables of Joint Application Development (JAD) sessions, leading Use Case sessions.
  • Work with software engineering teams to analyze Application Programming Interfaces, understand what is possible and recommend product features based on capabilities.
  • Review and approve business rules, create context diagrams, flow diagrams, conceptual models, user classes and other requirements visualization.
  • Work with user interface designers to identify and define user interaction design and integrate the user interface design into the requirements documentation.
  • Ensure requirements documentation meets the needs of Product Management, SW Engineering, QA and other internal groups as necessary. Study and understand business processes and application functionality.
  • Verify that the software engineering teams and QA test teams have the appropriate understanding of the requirements.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:
  • 2-5 years experience in product requirements analysis with at least 2 years experience with Web application products.
  • Experience in product analysis, creating product strategy and developing business requirements documentation for Web application products.
  • Experience in the SW development life cycle (SDLC) and development methodologies.
  • Broad and general knowledge of Information Technology concepts and practices, particularly those commonly used within the organization.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and interviewing skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Solid understanding of business needs, processes and systems.
  • Ability to be consistently precise, thorough and detail oriented.
  • Ability to express thoughts and ideas clearly
  • Ability to work effectively with multiple departments.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and participate in a team environment.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
  • Flexible and comfortable with change.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects and deliver on-time under tight schedules.
  • Ability to remain focused on BlueTie’s business needs and maximize ROI in product development decisions.
  • Clear understanding of human factors in user interface design preferred, as it relates to Small Business customers.

Note: BlueTie will screen all resumes; only applicants whose skills most closely match the job description will be invited for an interview. Applicants may apply at our website: BlueTie Careers

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BURNS PERSONNEL

BURNS PERSONNEL

CUSTOMER SUPPORT & TRAINING SPECIALIST (Direct Hire)

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Final Product QC before installation and training.
  • Coordinate, plan, schedule, and execute training sessions with customers.
  • Installation of Image warehouse on customer network.
  • Installation and configuration of our software on customer PCs.
  • Provide telephone support before and after the installation and training.
  • Updating and improving support documentation.
  • Update existing and create new training materials.
  • Interact with different departments to share customer-related details and product improvements.
  • Travel is to be expected and possibly often (a clean driving record and ability to rent automobiles is required).

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
  • Ability to manage high stress, timed-based, detail intensive training and installation assignments.
  • Well-organized, dependable, self-sufficient.
  • Strong communication, presentation, writing, and technical skills.
  • Highly experienced with all aspects of Windows 2000 and XP.
  • Basic experience with networking and Web including TCP/IP.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills, particularly with Windows and Windows applications.
  • Knowledge of Imaging and GIS systems are desirable.
  • Previous interaction with government and private industry is helpful.

Qualifications and Experience:
  • Two years related work experience and/or B.A. /B.S. in Professional Communication and Technical Writing, Computer Science, Imaging Science, Business and related topics.

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ORACLE APPLICATION DEVELOPER

THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE POSITION!!!

Experienced Oracle Application Developer with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Oracle Applications, PL/SQL and Oracle database development to help drive design, development, and maintenance of Oracle Application systems. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical skills in PL/SQL application development and have relevant experience in multi-tiered architectures, object oriented analysis and design, and interfacing into Oracle Applications.

The position will collaborate proactively with functional users and analysts to translate business and integration requirements into configurable component designs and solutions. The ideal candidate will reflect a mix of strong technical proficiency, application maintenance ownership, and the ability to work effectively with other business and technology personnel to provide support for our Oracle CRM applications.

Key Responsibilities & Skills
Responsible for coding and unit testing CRM application software across production support, enhancements and projects. Accountable for the first level of code quality prior to QA. Follow the standard development processes, such as the AIM methodology design and develop technical solutions to pre-defined requirements and develop components including extensions, views, customizations, modifications, reports, workflow, etc. Follow established documentation procedures, version control, unit testing, and migration standards.

Experience
Successful candidate will have 3-5 years hands on experience with Oracle eBusiness 11i open Interfaces, customizations including Forms, Reports, SQL, PL/SQL, Workflow, and relational database modeling. Hands-on Analysis, Design, Development experience on business applications systems specifically in the area of Customers Online, TCA, Marketing, and Sales.

Experience with working with Oracle Support and Development teams to ensure the smooth running of the Oracle applications. Experience with the development of the technical documents. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Candidate should have experience with and/or understanding of the following:
  • Oracle Application Workflows and Events
  • SQL Loader
  • SQL *Plus
  • TOAD
  • Oracle Open Interfaces and API’s
  • UNIX Shell programming
  • Oracle Application Framework
  • Discoverer 10 g
  • Bi Publisher
  • SQL Developer
  • Forms
  • Reports
  • Workflow Builder

Education Required
Bachelor's degree in Math, Computer Science and/or Information Technology or equivalent education and experience.

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PLANNER ANALYST

Position Summary Ensure all customer orders are released and maintained for accuracy, case fulfillment, and on time delivery while minimizing cost. Work closely with Sales, Logistics, Transportation and Demand Planning to ensure orders are shipped and invoiced on schedule and accurately as determined by customer scorecard. Support the team’s commitments to meeting and exceeding the departmental objectives and goals. Extensive use of multiple software systems is essential to meeting the customers’ needs and our goals. Maintain and enhance internal and external customers’ satisfaction, and strive for continuous process improvements. Create and adapt existing reports for customer program management.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Utilize customer’s retail link software to create, enhance or maintain purchase orders.
  • Follow up order management and maintenance required in our ERP software: data entry, EDI releases, accuracy validation.
  • Responsible for the timely and accurate maintenance of all orders within 24 hours of receipt. Maintenance must be accurate prior to final confirmation by customer.
  • Develop, implement and utilize business process reports to assist in forecasting needs and meet customer scorecard parameters.
  • Review all order edits and advise Pricing & Promotions team of any and all pricing issues by placing orders on bill hold on a timely basis to ensure accurate billing.
  • Maintain and manage team reports daily to ensure accuracy including, but not limited to, dock cuts, billing and EDI holds, cut reports, etc.
  • Appropriately accelerate concerns for timely disposition of any issues related to shipping, delivery, inventory shortages.
  • Document and resolve all issues regarding shipping or receiving appointments by working with warehouses, transportation and customer backhaul.
  • Initiate Return Authorizations as needed.
  • Interface with deployment department to ensure product availability.
  • Maintain and update customer profiles for ease of use by entire team and to ensure accurate delivery information is maintained.
  • Work with Logistics Management to obtain necessary approval for all exceptions/unique shipments which do not meet pre-approved guidelines, including special buys and promotional events.
  • Maintain files for orders and supporting documentation.
  • Follow defined company and department policies and procedures .
  • Assist in the daily/weekly assignments of each team member to balance caseload as well as cross train in several unique functional areas of the business and apply these skills on short notice.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager.

Requirements
Associates degree preferred or comparable customer service experience. Professional demeanor, detail oriented, with proven problem solving ability. Ability to adapt to an ever changing environment; excellent oral and written communication, organizational and computer application skills; strong background with Microsoft Office; ability to make sound business judgments along with strong attention to detail; ability to analyze information, summarize issues and communicate findings to management; demonstrated success in meeting fundamental and breakthrough objectives; time management skills, project leadership and problem solving skills.

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FACILITY PLANNING/PROGRAM PLANNER

Program planning phase is being initiated for a future, state-of-the-art, 70,000+ sq. ft. facility. This targeted LEED platinum building will house various educational and research programs.

An experienced facility planner is sought to develop a usage study detailing program requirements in advance of commencing the building design phase. This individual will be responsible for gathering stakeholder requirements, identifying all program spaces with associated services, documenting LEED certification related concepts and facilitating team planning meetings. The LEED certification level sought for this project is the “Platinum” level.

Minimum qualifications required are:
A bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, or architecture.
Minimum of 10 years facility planning experience with industrial or academic research buildings.
Project management and/or engineering systems experience.
Proficiency in MS Project, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Working knowledge of USGBC LEED certification requirements.
Individual must have the ability to gather and write requirement documents clearly.

Experience with the Whole Building Design Guide and the Labs21® program highly desirable.

Minimal travel to sites required.

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SENIOR QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER

Description:
Develops, publishes, and implements test plans. Writes test cases and performs both manual and automated tests. Estimates and tracks testing progress from QA team and provides overall summary of the test results. Defines and tracks quality assurance metrics such as defect densities and open defect counts. Performs a variety of tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. Works under general supervision.

Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems and 5 years of experience in the field or equivalent work experience. SQL database knowledge and server component testing experience preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft queuing a plus.

Experience
Typically has 5 or more years of testing experience. Must have a working knowledge of testing and quality assurance methodologies. Familiarity with operating systems, basic networking and hardware equipment. Requires strong leadership, analytical and communication skills, both verbal and written. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

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WEB DEVEOPER AND QA TESTER (Junior to Intermediate level)

This is a Direct Hire Position!

Position Description
As a Web Developer/tester, you will be responsible for participating in the discovery, development and testing of user requirements, with a constant focus on improving process and the overall quality of our Internet/Intranet applications. Strong emphasis on testing required.

Responsibilities
  • Using object oriented analysis techniques, meet user requirements by:
    - Analyzing and documenting user project requirements
    - Coding applications
    - Unit testing finished application(s)
  • Complete assigned software development and/or maintenance tasks in a timely and accurate manner
  • Identify potential problems with applications/systems and recommend alternative solutions
  • Develop accurate coding estimates for your own work effort on new projects
  • Participate in team discussions and help your team grow with your contributions
  • Assist in the creation of development standards and methodologies in the .NET environment
  • Report on the status of assigned software development and/or maintenance tasks

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and related experience
  • Thorough understanding and work experience with the following is required:
    - ASP.NET & OOP concepts
    - HTML & CSS
    - SQL
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Solid organization and planning skills
  • Ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities
  • Capability to self-motivate and self-manage

Experience with the following is a plus, but not required:
  • SQL Server
  • Development in Classic ASP
  • Utilizing or building Content Management Systems

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MAINTENANCE MECHANIC/SUPERVISOR

This is an “A” shift position / Contract with possible hire.

Description:
  • Perform preventative maintenance activities and set-ups on specific pharmaceutical manufacturing and/or packaging equipment and systems.
  • Provides maintenance support to manufacturing personnel during the operation of specific types of manufacturing and packaging equipment and systems.
  • Performs preventative maintenance on manufacturing and packaging systems. Typically involves following detailed established procedures.
  • Performs required, programmed testing of equipment or systems and requiring careful documentation of results.
  • Performs set-ups on specific manufacturing and packaging equipment, for which mechanic has been trained on, following required procedures.
  • May assist Master or Senior Mechanic with more complex set-ups.
  • Assists with production operations by helping the operators run the equipment and assists with cleaning of equipment by disassembling equipment and components as required by cleaning procedures.
  • Performs simple repairs to types of equipment and systems on which individual has been trained.
  • Diagnoses problems on specific types of equipment and systems to determine what repairs are required.
  • Actively participates in all safety programs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required skills include:
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Training in a skilled trade desired. 3 or more years work experience in an automated manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics
  • Commercial/Industrial electrical systems, electrical and pneumatic controls, PLC, and VSD systems.
  • Basic mechanical aptitude and general machine knowledge.

Basic computer skills:
  • Climb ladders, standing/walking 90% of time, sitting 10 % of time. Moderate lifting with up to 50 lbs.
  • Controlled environment with a moderate amount of noise.
  • Must wear personal protective equipment and any gowning required by cGMPs.
  • Must be able to work overtime as needed.

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PROJECT MANAGER

Job Purpose
Actively lead a team of cross-functional members responsible for delivery of an Information Technology project. Responsible for establishing plans and schedules for projects. Proactively track and review project accomplishments and results against the plans and adjusts these plans based on the actual accomplishments and results. Establish and maintain necessary resource commitments to ensure successful project completion. Execute appropriate risk management to ensure business priorities and quality standards are met. Assure clear communication of project status to project teams, management and stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities
  • Lead projects by planning and monitoring all project activities.
  • Facilitate communication across the organization and with internal partners on project status and key project deadlines.
  • Ensure projects are completed in accordance to the standards, policies and process of the department.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Challenges of the Job
  • Lead cross-functional teams to successfully complete projects by planning and monitoring all project activities.
  • Ensure completion of assigned project tasks within timeframes and quality goals.
  • Ensure projects are completed in accordance to the standards, policies and process defined by a division.
  • Identify and resolve project issues and identify and mitigate project risks.
  • Ensure project deliverables are created and maintained and provide project status in a timely manner.

Knowledge and Skills
  • Excellent project management skills.
  • Strong process definition and implementation skills.
  • Organized with effective skills in problem solving, decision-making and communications.
  • Understanding of the software development life cycle, change control and user acceptance testing processes.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to express thoughts and ideas clearly.
  • Ability to participate in a team environment.
  • This position requires minimal supervision, primarily consisting of updates and overviews of project status. Decision-making is required regarding process changes and/or changing project dates.
  • This position is accountable for negotiating commitments, developing project plans, project/ process documentation, general project communications, and ensuring project’s success.

Required Education and Experience
  • 4-year college degree.
  • 10 years experience working in a technical environment.
  • 5-7 years working with project management functions.
  • Educational emphasis on project management for the computer industry (or equivalent experience).
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities within Project Management.

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APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT TECHNICAL MANAGER

We are seeking a seasoned technical manager to join an Administrative Systems team. This self-motivated candidate will become an integral member of a dynamic team responsible for design, development, and production support of company-wide applications. This position also collaborates with the management team in strategic and tactical planning for technical and functional team development and improvements.

Major Responsibilities
Manage the applications development activities of all technical resources aligned with the development and maintenance of ITS supported information systems; this includes adherence to ITS Project Management and Software Development methodologies, observance of prescribed application architecture, development, infrastructure, security, version control and change standards while also ensuring appropriate troubleshooting and production support services.

Collaboratively establish priorities and implementation timelines for approved enhancement, maintenance and new development requests. Assess resource requirements necessary to meet divisional and/or company priorities and take appropriate courses of action to ensure as effective a resource pool as possible within the constraints of company’s environment. Work collaboratively with other ITS management and teams in the development and evolution of application development architectures and standards inclusive of security considerations and source version and change control methodologies. Provide senior technical assistance, functional expertise, and mentoring to associated staff and/or project team members. Ensure the delivery of quality software to users in a timely and cost-effective manner. Perform software development tasks as needed to assist the team in meeting delivery dates. Establish where necessary and manage relationship with external business partners such as software vendors and contracting firms. Ensure the appropriate on-going education of assigned staff and establish transition plans to migrate staff from obsolete technology skills to operational technology skills.

Education
BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, a related field and/or equivalent professional experience required.

Experience
  • 6 – 8 years progressive experience in IT management
  • 2 – 4 years experience managing mainframe applications development
  • 4 – 6 years experience managing and developing both systems and applications architectures
  • 4 – 6 years experience managing client/server and web applications development
  • 2 – 4 years experience in data modeling, database design, and performance tuning
  • 8 – 10 years experience in structured systems analysis, design, and development, and implementation
  • 4 – 6 years experience in developing, implementing, and utilizing formal SDLC methodologies
  • 2 - 4 years managing and participating in external vendor relationships
  • Familiarity with IT security policies and procedures

Skills
  • Knowledge of or experience with XML, XSLT, Web Services, and Stylesheets preferred
  • Programming experience with JDBC, JSP, Servlets, EJBs,, HTML and JavaScript preferred
  • Understanding of object-oriented design and development preferred
  • Ability to translate end-user requirements into effective systems designs preferred
  • Ability to analyze a complex business problem and evaluate the impact of potential solutions from both a business and technical perspective is required
  • Ability to generally understand all on-going team projects, patches and development activities from a technical perspective in order to coordinating any interdependencies and opportunities
  • Excellent analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills are required
  • Excellent interpersonal and hands-on project management skills are required
  • A willingness and ability to work as part of a team as well as an individual contributor is required
  • Ability to motivate staff to achieve goals and objectives is required
  • Ability to coach / mentor less experienced team members, both technically and functionally, is required
  • Ability to set technical and documentation standards for a project team required
  • Ability to adapt to new organizational, business and technical environments required
  • Experience with formal software development lifecycle processes, software quality assurance processes, source code control and change management is required
  • Significant experience implementing Information Systems with standard toolsets and technologies is required
  • Significant experience integrating Information Systems across technological and functional boundaries is required
  • Hands-on experience with Mainframe technologies, client/server technologies, and web application technologies is required
  • Hands-on experience with the modeling and deployment of relational (i.e. Oracle) databases is required
  • Hands-on experience with the development and deployment of new systems architectures is required
  • Hands-on experience with the architecture and design of large, complex, high-processing volume applications is required

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PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

This is a DIRECT HIRE position!!!

General Purpose Individual will be responsible for managing one or more highly complex and/or enterprise-wide IT program(s) consisting of multiple projects.

Essential Functions
Develop program strategy, supporting business case and various enterprise-wide, high level project plans. Ensure integration of projects and adjust project scope, timing, and budgets as needed, based on the needs of the business. Communicate with IT leadership, business leadership and IT Business Consultants to communicate program strategy, direction and change management. Responsible for delivering all projects contained in the IT project portfolio on time, within budget and in accordance with all strategic and business requirements. Responsible for tracking key project milestones and recommending adjustments to Project Managers. Partner with senior leadership in the business community to identify knowledge and expertise in the use of Project Management methodologies and tools. This position typically exists in a small to medium size enterprise with multiple project managers, project leaders and/or project support staff as direct reports.

Additional Responsibilities
Senior level position with overall responsibility for management of highly complex and/or enterprise-wide program consisting of multiple projects. Responsible for managing all aspects of design, development and implementation within the program. Directs and mentors team of project managers, portfolio managers and/or other project management staff. Frequently reports to Chief Information Officer, Chief Technology Officer, IT Chief Operating Officer or Director of Program Management.

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or other related field, or equivalent work experience. Project Management certification required. Technical development/programming background and/or experience with SQL and .NET strongly recommended. Generally, 10 to 15 years of IT and business/industry work experience, with at least 3 years of leadership experience and 5 years managing projects.

CORE Competencies
  • Agile Software Development Lifecycle experience strongly preferred
  • Desire to work in a fast-paced, high intensity environment required
  • Experience with XML, XAML, WPF, .NET highly desirable
  • Strong, effective communicator
  • Adaptable to task reprioritization
  • Able to builds and maintain positive relationships
  • Able to Initiate improvements
  • Accept ownership of project success

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SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

Intermediate professional level role. Individual will performs product design and engineering work for medium to high complex assignments. Will work on multiple projects as a team member, sometimes as a technical leader. May coach more junior technical staff.

Responsible for designing and developing software or hardware product. Understands business and customer requirements that drive the analysis and design of technical solutions. Participates in all phases of product development lifecycle, including the analysis, design, test and integration of products. Develops design specifications and parameters that are in compliance with products’ architectural blueprints. Researches, evaluates and incorporates new technology and tools to enhance the product development process. Resolves customer complaints with products and responds to suggestions for improvement and enhancements. May assist in development of user manuals

Individual must have 5 to 7 years of high-tech industry, product engineering and/or IT work experience. C# or .NET experience required. WPF and experience with touch screen applications a plus.

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CATALYST DIRECT

JUNIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Catalyst Direct, Inc. is seeking a Jr. Software Engineer to join our Interactive team.

The Jr. Software Engineer will:
  • Work with lead software engineers to build systems based on requirements and technical design
  • Utilize current web technologies to write standards compliant code
  • Create and maintain internal documentation
  • Increase group bandwidth

Position Specifications:
  • Object Oriented Development
  • Familiarity with database concepts
  • Strong attention to detail and process
  • Strong analytic and problem solving skills
  • Strong ability to master new technology
  • Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
  • Ability to balance high quality standards with schedule pressures
  • Ability to stay flexible and solution-oriented
  • Experience working in a team environment and as an individual contributor. Able to take direction and work independently towards a goal
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Highly organized with a systematic approach to performing tasks

Qualified candidates must have experience with a combination of the following:
  • Web Application Platforms: ASP.Net
  • Programming: Java, .NET, C#, VB, C/C++, VBScript, JavaScript, HTML, XML, PHP
  • Database products: Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL
  • Web Servers: Apache, IIS

Two to four years of experience and a Bachelors degree in Software Engineering or a related field is required.

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ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Catalyst Direct, Inc. is looking to add an Account Executive with strong analytical skills to our growing staff.

The Account Executive will:
  • Determine client project objectives by gaining an understanding of the client’s business goals and marketing strategy.
  • Define project requirements by communicating project objectives to internal technical resources, and soliciting recommendations.
  • Work with technology department to determine work requirements, estimate costs and develop a timeline.
  • Prepare and present formal project recommendations, budgets, and timelines, and obtain client approvals.
  • Guide project development form kick off through completion. Evaluate, adjust and make recommendations as needed throughout the course of the project.
  • Communicate project status to Client Services teammates, internal functional departments and clients.
  • Ensure the delivery of a quality product by reviewing agency outputs including mechanicals, proofs, letter setups, data audits, samples, test sites, etc. against project specifications and client expectations.
  • Report project results by working with the Analytics team to compile and summarize data. Provide insight and recommendations, and prepare and present findings.
  • Contribute to financial objectives
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge
  • Contribute to agency effectiveness and organizational success

Position Specifications:
  • Account Management experience in a direct marketing environment
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to understand complex data, including data preparation and management
  • Proficiency with industry standard applications and tools including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with SQL, COGNOS, or SPSS helpful
  • Experience working in a team environment and as an individual contributor. Able to take direction and work independently towards a goal.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
  • Strong analytic and problem solving skills
  • Ability to balance high quality standards with schedule pressures
  • Willingness to travel within the U.S.

An Associates or Bachelors degree in Marketing or a related field is required.

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JUNIOR DATA ANALYST

Catalyst Direct, Inc. is seeking a Jr. Data Analyst to provide marketing support to our Data and Analytics group. This is an entry level position in a fast paced, growing Direct Marketing agency.

The Jr. Data Analyst will:
  • Maintain and update multiple databases and lists
  • Create campaign reports
  • Perform analysis

Position Specifications:
  • Proficient with industry standard applications and tools including Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint.
  • SQL server and Cognos experience helpful
  • Strong attention to detail and process
  • Strong analytic and problem solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to balance high quality standards with schedule pressures
  • Experience working in a team environment and as an individual contributor. Able to take direction and work independently towards a goal.

Qualified candidates must have a passion for data and marketing as well as a desire to learn and grow.

An Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or a related field is required.

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PROGRAMMER ANALYST

Job Purpose: Supports organizational initiatives and client servicing objectives as related to data and analytical services.

Essential Functions:
  • Generates program code and develops computer programs at a high level of technical complexity.
  • Writes documentation to describe program development, logic, coding and corrections.
  • Analyzes user requests and accurately determines size and effort to thoroughly develop the application through implementation.
  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge.

Position Specifications:
  • Knowledge of relational database architecture.
  • Strong programming, analytical, and problem solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and process.
  • Strong ability to master new technology.
  • Self-starter.
  • Ability to balance high quality standards with schedule pressures.
  • Experience working in a team environment and as an individual contributor. Able to take direction and work independently towards a goal.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical audience.

Experience desired with any combination of the following:
  • Platforms: Windows Server, Unix, Linux, AS400
  • Programming Languages: T-SQL, .NET, SAS
  • Database Products: SQL Server 2005, SSIS, Oracle, DB2, Group1

Qualified candidates must have 2-4 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of skills and experience.

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ENTRE COMPUTER SERVICES

Entre Computer Services is a three time Rochester Top 100 Company, Microsoft Certified GOLD Partner as well as a Deloitte & Touche, '50 Fastest Growing Technology Companies in New York' award winner. Entre provides computer solutions to organizations in upstate New York which include IT Managed Services, network integration services, computer product acquisition and web and application development.

ENTRE COMPUTER SERVICES

WEB DEVELOPER

Do you have the ability to work in an exciting, high energy environment creating exceptional database driven custom applications? We have opportunities for Sr. Application Developers to create custom web applications/content management systems. If you have the right stuff, read on.

Qualifications:
  • Proficient in developing database driven custom intranet, internet, and extranet applications in the following environment:
    - .Net 2.0/3.5
    - C#, Visual Basic
    - SQL Server 2005
    - XML
    - MS Visual Studio 2008
  • Excellent communication skills - both written and oral
  • Ability to thrive in a fast paced and fun filled environment
  • Prior experience developing Content Management Systems, XSL, Web Services, ASP, Cold Fusion, Java, JavaScript, any modern RDBMS are pluses

Requirements: The successful candidates will be excellent programmers with a sound understanding of systems, programming paradigms, and software engineering practices. Candidates will ideally have prior experience with complex software projects in an academic or industry setting (with demonstrated high output per unit time). They must also possess strong problem solving skills, personal motivation, an excellent work ethic, and demonstrated ability to work within a team environment.

Please provide a Word version of your resume along with your availability, salary requirements and confirmation of eligibility to work in the US.

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MICROSOFT SHAREPOINT DEVELOPER

Do you have the ability to work in an exciting, high energy environment creating exceptional database driven custom applications? We have opportunities for SharePoint Application Developers to use WSS 3.0 and MOSS 2007 to satisfy customer’ needs. If you have the right stuff, read on.

Qualifications:
  • Proficient in developing intranets built on WSS 3.0, and MOSS 2007; using Microsoft SharePoint Designer 2007 and MS Visual Studio 2008
  • Server 2005 Expertise
  • Excellent communication skills - both written and oral
  • Ability to thrive in a fast paced and fun filled environment
Prior experience developing Content Management Systems, XSL, Web Services, ASP, Cold Fusion, Java, JavaScript, and other modern RDBMS are pluses

Requirements:

The successful candidates will be excellent customer focused developers with a sound understanding of systems, programming paradigms, and software engineering practices. Candidates will ideally have prior experience with complex software projects in an academic or industry setting (with demonstrated high output per unit time). They must also possess strong problem solving skills, personal motivation, an excellent work ethic, and demonstrated ability to work within a team environment.

Please provide a Word version of your resume along with your availability, salary requirements and confirmation of eligibility to work in the US.

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NETWORK ENGINEER

Entre is looking for an experienced, Network Engineer to join our support team in Rochester NY with 2 or more years experience in any of the following areas:
  • MS Windows 2000 - 2003 Server
  • MS Exchange
  • MS SharePoint

Microsoft certification is desired but not required.

The successful candidate will have the following atributes:

Must be a self starter with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Must have the ability to multi task on simultaneous projects
  • Must have excellent written and oral communication skills

If qualified, please provide a Word version of your resume along with your availability, salary requirements and confirm eligibility to work in the US. Local residents only need apply.

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HELP DESK

If you have Help Desk experience and want to advance your career, send us your resume today!

Entre Computer Services has full time Help Desk oppourtunites available now. We require experience in at least the following areas. Additional experience is desirable.
  • Knowledgeable in MS Windows OS - 2000, XP
  • Desktop support knowledge for current MS Office applications
  • Assist users with remote connectivity, systems access
  • Minimum 2 years experience required
  • Must be a self starter with good communication and interpersonal skills

If qualified, provide a Word version of your resume along with your availability, salary requirements and confirm eligibility to work in the US.

Entre Computer Services is a three time Rochester Top 100 Company, Microsoft Certified GOLD Partner as well as a Deloitte & Touche, '50 Fastest Growing Technology Companies in New York' award winner. Entre provides computer solutions to organizations in upstate New York which include IT Managed Services, network integration services, computer product acquisition and web and application development.

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ER ASSOCIATES

ER ASSOCIATES

DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING

Description
The Director of Industrial Engineering plans and implements the activities of the industrial Engineering department to meet business unit goals relating to awarded contracts and proposals. In addition, the manager of the Industrial Engineering shall promote the best practices to attain the World Class Manufacturing.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
  • Supports Projects in hiring, assigning and coaching Industrial Engineering department responsible for Rolling Stock Manufacturing activities such as:
    - Prepare, validate and keep the Manufacturing Plan updated.
    - Work to ensure manufacturing at best cost.
    - Establish and update the labor cost estimate for Manufacturing.
    - Prepare and update the tooling list with budgeted cost and schedule.
    - Establish the logistical requirements list.
    - Create and update the set of Indicators per project.
    - Create and update the required Work Instructions (OMS).
    - Establish and validate the Craft labor Plan (MS Project).
    - Create and update the MBOM measure the accuracy.
    - Participate and lead the actions for the FCCI.
    - Support the production all along the program.
  • Develop and implement Standard Procedures/ Processes and tools to achieve functional excellence.
  • Monitor the overall demand of resources.
    - Assign resources to Projects in accordance with budget and priorities.
    - Identify the need of external resources.
    - Resolve issues/concerns and conflicts between teams.
  • Review the progress and the quality of the deliverables of the Industrial Engineering work package with the team leader and ensure budget commitments are met.
  • Prepare and propose the three years plan budget for the Industrial Engineering Department.
  • Manage the Department in accordance with budgetary, personnel and functional guidelines established for the year and future years as projected in the Business Plan.
  • Periodically report progress of the Industrial Engineering to the RSA VP of Engineering.
  • Promote RSA Industrial Engineering abilities within RSA and other business units
  • Plan the training and development of personnel to meet the needs of the business.

Requirements
REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in any Engineering discipline
  • At least 4 years of Supervisory Experience
  • At least 2 years of project management experience including working with budgets.

PREFERRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering
  • Previous Project Management experience in a Manufacturing environment is desired
  • Previous Rolling Stock experience desired

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CONTROLLER

Description
SUMMARY
One of our financial services clients in the Western NY area is looking for a controller to provide leadership and coordination of company financial planning, and budget management functions. This individual will ensure company accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Direct and coordinate company financial planning and budget management functions.
2. Recommend benchmarks for measuring the financial and operating performance.
3. Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget.
4. Oversee daily operations of the finance department.
5. Manage the preparation of the annual report of actual revenues, transfers, and expenses.
6. Manage the preparation of financial outlooks and financial forecasts.
7. Prepare financial analysis for contract negotiations and product investment decisions.
8. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements.
9. Work with department managers and corporate staff to develop five year and ten year business plans for the company.
10. Establish and implement short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
11. Maintain organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the department's goals and objectives.
12. Serve as primary legislative liaison relative to company financial issues.
13. Direct financial audits and provide recommendations for procedural improvements.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
1. Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, investments, financial planning and associated taxes. GAAP & knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems. Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations. Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections. Working knowledge of short and long term budgeting and forecasting.
2. Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate others to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects. Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings.
3. This is normally acquired through a combination of the completion of a Masters Degree in Finance or Accounting, five to ten years of experience in a senior-level finance or accounting position, and a CPA.

Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule.

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SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
  • 5 - 10 years of experience in the development of mission critical applications in distributed environments /architectures.
  • Expertise in the following web development technologies: J2SE, JSP, SQL
  • Experience in the following web development technologies: JavaScript, HTML, XML
  • Experience with object-oriented design and development
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Experience in Retail Point of Sale highly desired

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Maintain and improve existing applications
  • Develop new applications following direction and working with frameworks defined by the project architect.
  • Insure that solutions meet current requirements and are extensible so anticipated future requirements can be efficiently implemented.
  • Deliver high quality code on time
  • May act as technical lead on some projects
  • Will be involved in assessing project risks
  • Mentor other technical team members
  • Working with internal business units and external customers create clearly written requirements documentation.
  • Generate technical and user documentation
  • Some travel may be required.

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SYSTEMS PROJECT ENGINEER

DESCRIPTION
The Systems Project Engineer is responsible for the design, development and testing of PC-based logic and peripheral devices to support our solutions for the retail industry. The Systems Project Engineer is also responsible for leading cross functional product development teams including development partners.

REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • 5 – 10 years of product engineering experience, preferably with PC and microprocessor based products.
  • Expertise in development of functional specifications and test strategies
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to provide guidance for multiple projects.
  • Experience in project management fundamentals
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Define appropriate technical approaches and solutions to critical challenges
  • Maintain and support existing hardware solutions
  • Solve complex issues through interaction with other functional groups
  • Act as team leader on technical projects
  • Work with external customers and suppliers to create clear requirements documentation.
  • Generate technical and user documentation

Some travel required

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FUSION PRODUCTIONS

Fusion is a fun, flexible and casual environment to work in; we are very much a team where we support each other with our wide array of strengths. We offer competitive salary and participate in gainsharing.

FUSION PRODUCTIONS

WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPER

Job Description:
Motivated, creative, and meticulous developer to support our web development team. Position will support new applications, in-progress application development projects, and integration portals. As a Web Developer you will be responsible for all aspects of the technical design, implementation and maintenance of a business solutions.

Specific responsibilities include:
  • Work with client and team to help translate requirements into design/application specifications
  • Development of technical requirements (scoping)
  • Develop prototypes and web interfaces for all applications
  • Design and build Microsoft SQL Server databases
  • Develop and maintain database-driven web applications (including Communities of Practice/social networking and Content Management System) written in a variety of VB, C#,COLD FUSION, and ASP.NET
  • Integrate online applications with centralized membership systems and content management systems similar database-driven applications

Experience:
  • Minimum of one(1) years of in-depth business experience designing, developing and delivering technical solutions using ASP.NET
  • Solid experience and knowledge of database architecture and MS SQL required, and experience developing large database-driven Web solutions.
  • Working experience with HTML, XHTML, CSS1, CSS2, and object-oriented development a must.
  • Familiarity with IIS, Java, flash, AJAX, COM, and CGI a plus.
  • Must be self-motivated and self-teaching, with strong teamwork skills.
  • Must have excellent communication and organizational skills and possess the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a collaborative team environment.

Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Company URL: www.fusionproductions.com

FUSION PRODUCTIONS

WEB APPLICATION DESIGN/DEVELOPER

Job Description:
When you see a cool design or a bit of JavaScript functionality, do you like to pick it apart to figure out how it works? Do you love the nuances of CSS and have a core understanding of Javascript, as well as some experience with one of the many open source libraries out there like prototype, mootools, or dojo?

We're seeking a motivated, creative, and meticulous developer to support our web development team. As a Web Developer you will be responsible for all aspects of the technical design, implementation and maintenance of a business solutions, but with an emphasis on the front end side of things. Position will support new applications, in-progress application development projects, and integration portals.

Specific responsibilities include:
  • Work with client and team to help translate requirements into design/application specifications
  • Development of technical requirements (scoping)
  • Develop prototypes and web interfaces for applications, including the ability to develop tableless layout interfaces and the ability to implement AJAX functionality where it makes sense.
  • Design and build Microsoft SQL Server databases
  • Develop and maintain database-driven web applications (including Communities of Practice/social networking and Content Management System) written in a variety of VB, C#, ColdFusion, and ASP.NET
  • Integrate online applications with centralized membership systems and content management systems similar database-driven applications

Must haves:
  • Working experience with HTML, XHTML, CSS1, CSS2
  • Javascript skills including AJAX
  • Object-oriented development background in C#, C++ or Java
  • Familiarity with procedural development in ColdFusion or PHP
  • Minimum of one(1) years of in-depth business experience designing, developing and delivering technical solutions using ASP.NET
  • Solid experience and knowledge of database architecture and familiarity with creating, reading and updating databases in a server-side database such as MS SQL Server, MySQL, or Oracle
  • Experience developing large database-driven Web solutions.
  • Self-motivated and self-teaching, with strong teamwork skills.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills and possess the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a collaborative team environment.

Pluses:
  • Familiarity with IIS, Java, Flash, COM, and CGI.

Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Company URL: www.fusionproductions.com

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GARLOCK

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

GENERAL NATURE OF JOB:
Garlock is looking a Production Supervisor with 2 - 4 years supervisory experience in manufacturing that will be directly responsible for hourly paid personnel in assigned production units. This candidate is responsible for carrying out the production schedules by utilizing labor, material and equipment to produce goods at lowest cost consistent with the required quality level. He/ She is responsible for continuous improvement to the labor, material, and burden requirements of the area.

Position Requirements:
  1. College graduate.
  2. Must be able to read measuring instruments to do quality audit of products, etc., according to company policies and procedures.
  3. Good interpersonal skills.
  4. Must be able to establish work schedules, and make decisions with little or no direct supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  1. Supervises hourly paid personnel producing semi-finished and finished goods using the necessary machines and equipment to meet anticipated cost and quality levels in line with production schedules and with a minimum of waste lost.
  2. Responsible for initiating, coordinating and completing lean projects in the area.
  3. Responsible for efficient use of labor hours, material and machines.
  4. Operates within the current controllable expenses budget, and is also expected to improve budgeted performance for labor (direct and indirect), materials, supplies, and maintenance of production facilities.
  5. Responsible for carrying out production schedules where furnished and/or prepares own production schedule in collaboration with materials.
  6. Plans and schedules personnel assignments; coordinates flow of work between work centers and shifts; and follows up to insure assignment and schedules are carried out.
  7. Indoctrinates personnel in the Garlock quality control so that goods produced will be within the required quality level. Instills a pride of performance within each employee, and assumes responsibility for acceptable quality products.
  8. Enforces plant safety rules. Instructs personnel in safe working habits. Responsible to investigate any accidents and implement any corrective actions necessary to prevent reoccurrence. Responsible for alerting supervisor to unsafe practice or conditions if beyond their control. Conducts regular safety meeting, inspections and documents.
  9. Responsible for maintaining and improving 5S in the area. Coaches and mentors operators to develop habits to maintain areas in 5S conditions and continuously improve on these metrics.
  10. Responsible for Kaizen identification, completion and support resulting in cost reduction, quality improvements, waste reduction and increased production.
  11. Responsible for communicating information on problems, projects, schedules, etc., to personnel and supervisor, and especially to supervisory personnel on subsequent shifts.
  12. Furnishes information as required for job descriptions, and classification of new and changed jobs.
  13. Directs the proper care of all equipment, facilities, and machines in unit. Initiates requests for maintenance service and follows through. Reports abnormal mechanical conditions.
  14. Handles employee grievances and problems as they arise. Informs supervisor when unable to reconcile with employee. Issues discipline when necessary.
  15. Interviews and selects personnel for hire or transfer along with Human Resources Department.
  16. Conducts on-the-job training of new employees and retraining of other employees as necessary. Evaluates employee performance; and recommends merit increases.
  17. Supervises the taking of prescribed physical inventories.
  18. Collaborates with supervisor in preparation of controllable expense budget.
  19. Supervises and directs transportation and inter-plant storage of all hazardous waste in accordance with EPA regulations.
  20. Maintains accurate records of departmental activities.

This position is located at Garlock's Palmyra, NY facility. Learn more about Garlock Sealing Technologies at www.garlock.com

GARLOCK

MANUFACTURING/PROCESS ENGINEER

GENERAL NATURE OF JOB:
Garlock Sealing Technologies (GST) is hiring a Manufacturing Process Engineer who is able to develop tools and processes used in manufacturing GST products. This excellent communicator will initiate and lead continuous improvement activities, actively engages in advanced product design to assure simultaneous process evolution. Qualified candidates will ensure processes meet quality objectives and will be multitask oriented.

Requirements:
  1. B.S. Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
  2. Proficient Computer Skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  1. Designs tools and processes that meet quality, cost and manufacturing objectives.
  2. Ensures Safety of employees via designing ergonomically safe equipment and tools.
  3. Simultaneously engineers Process Design in conjunction with Product Designer.
  4. Develops accurate cost estimates for new tools and process and product.
  5. Leads Continuous Improvement process activities for existing products and tools.
  6. Deploys Lean Manufacturing Concepts (Kaizen, SMED, etc.).
  7. Leads TPM activities in Manufacturing.
  8. Qualifies Tools and Processes per GST Quality Procedures.
  9. Provides Process Specifications to Operations.
  10. Maintains documentation files associated with Process and Tools.
  11. Works as an active Team Member in Manufacturing Departments.
  12. Works with Purchasing to Develop Suppliers consistent with business objectives.
  13. Works with Marketing and Sales to ensure processes meet customer expectations.
  14. Works with internal suppliers to drive continuous improvement.

This position is located at Garlock's Palmyra, NY facility. Learn more about Garlock Sealing Technologies at www.garlock.com