Part-Time/Full-Time

                                                                                 City of Parma

The Parma Civil Service Commission will hold an open competitive exam to establish an eligible list for the position of Correction Officer on April 13, 2010.  There are no alternate dates for this exam.  Applications are available March 16, 2010 through March 30, 2010.  Parma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.  Applications must be made only  on the Civil Service application form obtainable at the Civil Service Office located in Memorial Hall, directly behind Parma City Hall, 6617 Ridge Rd. Parma (access of Ridgewood Dr.) or the Cleveland Branch NAACP, 2131 Stokes Blvd. Cleveland, Ohio . No on line applications or resumes accepted.  Completed applications must be returned to the Parma Civil Service Office, 6617 Ridge Road, Parma, Ohio.  Deadline for filing is April 1, 2010 at 4:30 p.m.

Some qualifications needed to apply are:  Applicant must be 21 years old; must be high school graduate or have GED certificate; must have valid Ohio Driver's License; must have computer knowledge; must be able to work independently without direct supervision.  Applicants will be required to pass a written exam, background check, physical exam including drug screening; polygraph exam.  There is a $25.00 non refundable fee to be paid at time of filing application.  Said fee will be waived with proof of financial hardship.

                                                          By order of Parma Civil Service Commission

                                                                        John L. Thomas, Jr., Chairman

                                                                             George Oryshkewych

                                                                                Timothy Boyko

                                                                      An Equal Opportunity Employer

We are looking for motivated Associate Consultants who want to be part of a high-paced, seasoned team of technology professionals developing sophisticated yet easy to use, software products. Travel the world to obtain first hand feedback from customers on new features in the software. Gather requirements and ideas to further improve the products. Successful candidates will get to work with some of the best minds in the industry while applying their skills to immediate use.

Basic Function:
Gather requirements and ideas first hand from customers to further improve the software products.

Job Duties (include but not limited to):
Work closely with Engineering and Quality Engineering departments to learn the software's products and new features
Develop presentations and workshops to be used on client sites to demo and test new product functionality
Visit clients around the world to install, demo and test new product functionality
Rapidly implement new application at client sites to showcase the products
Collect feedback on newly developed features
Gather ideas for future enhancements
Work with Engineering and Quality Engineering during the design of new features suggested by customers

Job Requirements:
Minimum:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Science (Master's degree a plus)
Strong verbal skills with customers both over the phone and in-person
Strong written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Process oriented and ability to pay close attention to details
Work well in teams
Interact well with clients
US citizen or Permanent Resident

Must have Experience in at least one of the following:
Unix and NT operating systems
HTTP and application Servers
Databases
Network applications and equipment
Quality Engineering
Automated test tools (Rational Robot)
Knowledge of basic programming (eg Java, XML, HTML, ASP, VB, C++

For further information contact:
(see below)

Requirements of the position:

Bachelor s degree

1- 5 years of prior business development experience required

Experience with telephone and prospecting (cold-calling)  (50-60 calls per day)

Understanding of high tech industry

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Willing to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment

Goal-oriented, highly confident, self-motivated

Excellent organizational skills

Adaptable to new challenges

Basic Function: The Business Development Manager will be responsible for setting up appointments for Account Managers and Account Executives, and preferred resellers, within both existing and prospective accounts. The BDM will position the products and services to key decision-makers within accounts, with the goal of scheduling presentations/product demonstrations for our field staff.

You will be furnished QUALIFIED LEADS - those companies that have already expressed an interest in learning about the product - as well as current customers who have needs in other areas of their business. This sofware product is essential for all companies to compete in today's competitive marketplace. It is already used by thousands of firms all over the planet! To top that off, they have barely scratched the surface in terms of market penetration!

Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

Conduct business development through lead generation and qualification for a defined geographic territory. Identify technical requirements, buying influences, and project scope for departmental and enterprise software implementations.

Work closely with Account Executives, and Resellers, in developing and managing these opportunities, contributing through the duration of the sales cycle.

Maintain daily activities in Salesforce.com, tracking interactions with prospects and customers.

Provide daily/weekly updates to Manager of Business Development on individual activity.

Work closely with the Marketing team in developing new ways to increase awareness of products and services.

For further information contact:

(see below)

Sincerely,

Jim Shemroske

President

Tri-S Recruiters, Inc.

(see below)

NPA#4245

We have over 400 affiliate offices located across the planet. We can source talented individuals and opportunities wherever they exist!

This is a name-recognizable $Billion Software development firm that creates state-of-the-art software used corporations all over the planet. This firm is growing rapidly and is the Industry leader!

Job Duties (include but not limited to):

• Create test documents
• Research and identify flaws in our products before they are released to the public; participate in the analysis and resolution of issues
• Design and maintain test suites based on product specifications
• Setup test machines for Windows and Unix test
• Support Unix installation acceptance test
• Support platform acceptance tests
• Support interoperability and compatibility test
• Log and track issues found during the test
• Document methodologies, best configurations and practices, tools, etc
• Oversee and participate in the tracking of issues logged internally and by customers

Job Requirements:
Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Science
  (Master's degree a plus)
• At least 18 months of experience working as a Quality Engineer, with the ability to take on progressive responsibilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Process oriented and ability to pay close attention to details
• Work well in teams
• Deep understanding of one or more of our products

Must have Experience in at least 2 or more of the following:

• Unix and NT operating systems
• HTTP and application Servers
• Databases
• Network applications and equipment
• Quality Engineering
• Automated test tools (Rational Robot)
• Knowledge of basic programming (eg Java, XML, HTML, ASP, VB, C++)

For further information contact:
(see below)

Sincerely,
Jim Shemroske
President
Tri-S Recruiters, Inc.
(see below)
NPA#4245

We have over 400 affiliate offices located across the planet.
We can source talented individuals and opportunities wherever they exist!

Responsibilities:

• Manage the development of the client's most visual marketing tool, success will be measured on the ability to successfully deliver a quality product including on time documentation
• Smooth execution, problem resolution, and added value to the site's development 
• Providing input on new web initiatives, planning, architecture design and mentoring
• Responsibility for managing a small development group
• Report daily to the client web channel VP to report progress on development efforts
• Maintain standards as part of the development process as well as holding your team accountable for these standards 
• Ensure test plans are created and executed to ensure groups code can stand up to the rigors of peer review

Requirements:

• Solid track record of accomplishments in development preferred, including demonstrated programming, troubleshooting and debugging skills
• At least 5 years of total development experience
• At least 3 years experience with the HTML/XHTML, JSP, CSS, Javascript (Prototype), XML, Java J2EE, Object-oriented design, source control, JBoss App Server, and Unix/Linux
• At least 1 year experience with Spring
• Experience with Content Management System (CMS) would be a big plus, as would User Interface design
• Fluent with the concepts of Web Services (ie Axis, CXF), Ant, Struts, SQL & Oracle, Java Generics and Annotations, Hibernate, Seam, JSF, RichFaces ( or other Faces implementation)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently on multiple/projects tasks with stringent schedules
• A technical degree would be valuable

About SolTech, Inc.:
SolTech is an established Atlanta-based software development and services firm. We offer both project-based and resource-based solutions to small, medium and large corporations who are looking to leverage technology to grow their business. Our area of expertise is in the development of web-enabled solutions, utilizing Microsoft.NET, JEE and Open Source technologies.

Responsibilities

• Work with customers to design and document optimal hardware and software configurations based on throughput and availability requirements
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to Professional Services team
• Design and develop custom integrations with enterprise systems using a variety of technologies not limited to RDMS, XML, .NET, Java, and custom API's
• Develop complex custom analytics using SQL and various reporting technologies
• Support customers directly with escalated technical issues

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Computer Science or related field of study, or equivalent work experience
• 8+ years experience designing, developing, and deploying enterprise-class software
• Excellent problem solving and resolution skills
• Excellent written, oral communication, and presentation skills
• US Citizen
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally including internationally

Requirements

• Significant experience developing deployment architectures for I/O and CPU intensive applications
• Experience with security considerations for corporate environments including PCI, SOX, etc.
• Experienced programmer [5+ years] with either of C#, Java, or C++
• Expert with Microsoft technologies including operating systems, SQL Server, IIS, and networking topics
• Experienced with customized reporting, data warehousing, and data analytics topics

About SolTech, Inc:
SolTech is an established Atlanta-based software development and services firm. We offer both project-based and resource-based solutions to small, medium and large corporations who are looking to leverage technology to grow their business. Our area of expertise is in the development of web-enabled solutions, utilizing Microsoft.NET, JEE and Open Source technologies.

Required Skills:
Flex

• 2+ years of professional Flex development
• Experience with using SOAP web services from Flex
• Object-oriented ActionScript 3 development
• Some custom component development (optional but preferred)

Java

• 5+ years of professional Java development
• Good understanding of web services (SOAP, WSDL and XML schemas)
• Prefer experience with app Servers such as JBoss (Tomcat is a plus)
• Some J2EE experience preferred (EJB, Servlets, JSP, etc)

Web

• Experience with web design (HTML, JavaScript, CSS, AJAX optional)

Database

• Good knowledge of SQL
• Some MYSQL or Oracle experience preferred
• Should be able to read and understand database entity relationship diagrams

About SolTech, Inc:
SolTech is an established Atlanta-based software development and services firm. We offer both project-based and resource-based solutions to small, medium and large corporations who are looking to leverage technology to grow their business. Our area of expertise is in the development of web-enabled solutions, utilizing Microsoft.NET, JEE and Open Source technologies.

• Advocate for the customer and end users.
• In conjunction with the Project Manager and the Business Analyst, meet with customer business stakeholders and end users to gather design requirements.
• Foster and maintain customer relationships on technical and business development topics
• Work with the Project Manager to ensure meeting project milestones and deadlines.
• Work with the Project Manager to ensure positive relations with partner teams and customers.

• Lead and coordinate technical activities and artifacts throughout projects
• Lead a team of Software Engineers doing detailed design and development of Iron Data software applications utilizing the Unified Modeling Language following the Iron Data development methodology: the Rational Unified Process
• Architect, design, and develop core components of software using Java, JDBC, Servlets, SOAP, XML, JSP, and RMI
• Plan and conduct formal reviews of the software architecture, software designs and source code to ensure overall quality of code
• Coordinate overall integration and testing of Iron Data application components
• Mentor and direct Software Engineers as they develop software
• Support Sales Teams in a technical sales support capacity
• Estimate technical project efforts for contracted and potential deals

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor s Degree in computer science or related degree.
• Advanced degree in computer science preferred.
• Ten or more years of experience in software design and development, in addition to five plus years of practical Java programming experience.

Required Skills
The Software Architect must possess the following skills:

• Intimate knowledge of Java programming, Java Servlets, Java Server Pages, Web Services, JDBC, SOAP, XML and RMI.
• Strong grasp of UML and design patterns, particularly Model-View-Controller.
• Strong understanding of Internet web application architectures and Internet application design.
• Strong database/SQL skills.
• Familiarity with RUP or a similar methodology a plus.
• Familiarity with GWT or AJAX a plus.
• Familiarity with Middleware products such as MQ Series a plus.
• Ability to make educated, critical judgments in the absence of complete information.
• As the technical driving force behind the project, demonstrated leadership skills, project technical lead experience and strong communication skills are required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to identify, clarify and resolve issues and risks, escalating them as needed

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills are a must for day to day contact with clients on a face to face and one on one basis.
• Ability to read, analyze data and follow procedures.
• Ability to write business correspondence and procedures.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and clients.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply mathematical solutions to such tasks as data analysis.

REASONING

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Must be able to manage their own workload.

TRAVEL

Must be able to travel . While travel is limited (about 30% ) the candidate must be able to travel to customer sites for meetings.

WORKING HOURS

This is a Full time position that requires 40 or more hours per week.

The role of the Project Manager is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also define the project s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.

This role has the potential to evolve into a Director of Service Delivery role given the right candidate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Provide oversight of one or more client engagements and act as the primary point of client contact for enterprise issue resolution, project strategy and system architecture.
• Collaborate with the Account Team (Account Executive, Sales Engineers, etc.) to develop strong client and partner relationships.
• Maximize project revenue and margin.
• Ensure processes and tools are put in place to ensure customer issues and feedback is properly addressed in a timely fashion.
• Ensure processes are put in place with customer and end user to facilitate delivery of the initial project, follow-up support and future projects.
• Identify new business opportunities within active project and assist with the sales and closing process.
• Coordinate requirements gathering and feasibility studies and other pre-project activities.
• Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.
• Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.
• Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
• Track project milestones and deliverables.
• Track project budgeting, costs and expenditures.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.
• Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.
• Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.
• Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.
• Assist Sales in responding to RFPs by providing advice on project delivery strategies, level-of-effort estimates, project plans and project management process response language.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor s Degree in computer science or business or other related degree.
• Eight or more years of experience in project management.
• Advanced degree in computer science or MBA preferred.

Required Skills
The Project Manager must possess the following skills:

• Strong familiarity with Rational Unified Process (RUP) project management methodology
• Solid working knowledge of current Internet technologies, including J2EE, Client/Server.
• Demonstrated experience in personnel management.
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and

problem-solving capabilities.

• Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.
• Flexible during times of change.
• Ability to read communication styles of team members and contractors who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines.
• Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating.
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments.
• Ability to defuse tension among project team, should it arise.
• Ability to bring project to successful completion through political sensitivity.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products.
• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
• Customer service skills an asset.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills are a must for day to day contact with clients on a face to face and one on one basis.
• Ability to write business correspondence and procedures.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and clients.

TRAVEL

Must be able to travel . While travel is limited (about 30% ) the candidate must be able to travel to customer sites for meetings.

WORKING HOURS

This is a Full time position that requires 40 or more hours per week.