Job Information
Texas Tech University Automation Specialist in Lubbock, Texas
37670BR
Extended Job Title:
Automation Specialist
Position Description:
The Automation Specialist makes use of training, technical skills, data domain knowledge, and interpersonal effectiveness to partner with business process owners and identify areas of process optimization and automation. This position utilizes a range of approaches and technologies to implement recommended solutions and is responsible for analyzing project outcomes to determine return on investment. Assist with the development, implementation, testing, analysis, and maintenance of software applications and automation workflows in support of optimization and efficiency improvements. This position will partner with campus process owners to identify opportunities for optimization and automation. This position is also responsible for supervising and/or leading the development of new automation projects, directing changes to existing systems, controlling the interfaces between the systems, initiating complex feasibility studies, and making recommendations of the action to be taken. The position is also expected to assist senior departmental management in determining the strategic direction for the area and/or unit and, as such, may interface with key campus leadership. Discretion and sound judgment is expected.
Requisition ID:
37670BR
Travel Required:
None
Major/Essential Functions:
Engage process owners by conducting business process reviews with the intent of identifying opportunities for optimization and automation. 15%
Independently identify "best-of-fit" solutions to address the problem, project, or opportunity at hand. 15%
Design and implement technology solutions which seek to reduce the amount of human interaction necessary to support business processes, while maintaining or increasing efficiency and accuracy. 20%
Perform robust QA testing and maintenance to ensure the designed solution meets project requirements and performs as expected. 15%
Perform benchmark testing to demonstrate value added, such as increased accuracy, reduced human intervention, and/or increased efficiency. 10%
Develop high-quality documentation of automation projects, including data workflows, process workflows, business process documentation, and any other documentation necessary to support communication, understanding, and maintenance. 15%
Serve as the subject matter expert of the Automations initiative. 5% Other duties as assigned. 5%
Grant Funded?:
No
Minimum Hire Rate:
4000
Pay Basis:
Monthly
Schedule Details:
8am-5pm
Work Location:
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science or other related field Professional experience working with automation and/or business process improvements. Experience working with automation platforms and technologies.
Department:
Data Mgmt for Financial Resources
Required Attachments:
Resume / CV
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Group:
Senior Level IT
Shift:
Day
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with coursework in computer science, data science, MIS, IT or other related areas plus five years related full-time experience OR a Master’s degree with one year full-time experience.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:
No
Safety Information:
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement:
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University:
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.