Job Details

Automation Specialist

Position Number: 6915143
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Computing - Other

Automation Specialist
Lubbock
43699BR
Data Mgmt for Financial Resources

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.

Major/Essential Functions

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.
Identify "best-of-fit" technology for various use cases and implement the necessary infrastructure to support the selected technology.
Perform robust QA testing to ensure the designed solution meets project requirements and performs as expected under normal operating conditions.
Monitor the business context and review business processes for opportunities to increase efficiencies using automation technologies.
Perform benchmark testing to demonstrate value added, such as increased accuracy, reduced human intervention, and/or increased efficiency.
Serve as primary point of contact with infrastructure support teams to ensure automation resources are available when needed.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Robust experience with Robotics Process Automation development and platforms, specifically Blue Prism or UiPath.
Experience leading project discussions with stakeholders and development teams. Capable of clearly communicating complex requirements and design elements, and translating these into high quality deliverables.
Familiarity with cloud-based compute and process integration.
Familiarity with Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and Microsoft Fabric data platforms.
Strong understanding of data governance, security, and management.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Pay Range
$86,800 - $112,900 - $138,900

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.