IT APPLICATIONS ADMINISTRATOR II

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg, Texas, invites applications for the IT Applications Administrator II role. This position provides mid-level support and administration for university IT applications, coordinating installations and upgrades across campus and with multiple IT teams to optimize information systems and processes.

The successful candidate will ensure applications meet business and functional requirements, debug and code as needed, monitor ERP systems, and work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CIS/CS or closely related field.
• Two years of experience administering IT applications and overseeing software solutions.
• Experience with SQL coding and database concepts.

Responsibilities

• Provide mid-level support and administration for IT applications.
• Coordinate installations and upgrades across campuses with IT teams and departments.
• Monitor ERP systems and test patches/upgrades to ensure reliability and security.

Skills

SQL

PowerShell

C#

VBScript

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CIS, CS or closely related field

Tools

MSSQL

Oracle

Job description

IT APPLICATIONS ADMINISTRATOR II

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.

Posting Details

• Posting Number | SRGV9121
• Working Title | IT APPLICATIONS ADMINISTRATOR II
• Number of Vacancies | 1
• Location | Edinburg, Texas
• Department | Infrastructure & Operations
• FTE | 1
• FLSA | Exempt
• Scope of Job | Responsible for providing mid-level support and administration for IT applications to ensure that required specifications are implemented. To coordinate installations and upgrades with multiple IT teams and university departments to optimize the effectiveness of the interaction of information systems and organizational processes.
• Description of Duties | Ensures that applications meet business and functional requirements and goals and fulfills user requirements. Coordinates installations, upgrades, patches/fixes rolled out throughout campuses as outlined by management. Responsible for the debugging, coding and SQL as required within normal duties performed. Identifies and resolves application system issues, application and security compliance and interface specifications. Acts as technology integration liaison between the functional units, technology teams, project manager and other areas. Analyzes information and requirements to deliver functional and process requirements, use cases, process analysis and technical designs. Plans, schedules and engages in multiple initiatives simultaneously with competing deadlines. Collaborates with analysts, designers, system engineers, system owners, and internal as well as external customers in the implementation of applications. Stays in contact with application vendors for prompt rectification of any problems and emergencies. Performs daily monitoring of ERP systems, including scheduling, configuring and testing patches and upgrades as required and develops solutions for monitoring application services. Coordinates with IT staff resources to assist with design specifications, program logic and data requirements. Evaluates applications in order to identify potential problem areas and makes appropriate recommendations. Utilizes the organizations change management process across all affected areas. Formulates recommendations to improve and support organizational processes and activities. Prepares and delivers application activity and progress reports for presentations to executive management. Coordinates feasibility studies under consideration for purchases, and reports findings to upper level management and e Project Management Office. Performs modeling, automation and continuous process improvement of business processes, as well as routes information of any type according to user-defined rules. May perform additional duties as assigned.
• Supervision Received | Direct supervision from assigned supervisor.
• Supervision Given | May supervise assigned staff.
• Required Education | Bachelors Degree in CIS, CS or a closely related field from an accredited university.
• Preferred Education | None.
• Licenses/Certifications | n/a
• Required Experience | Two (2) years of experience administering IT applications, including overseeing the development and implementation of software solutions and applications. Experience in database coding, such as SQL.
• Preferred Experience | Knowledge of SQL for querying and technical tools and best practices for quality assurance and change management. Experience writing interface code with application for static, reporting, and trending reports. Experience with enterprise-level applications, such as CRM, data warehouse and others. Experience in relational database administration, including MSSQL, oracle or similar large-scale database. Experience with programs and languages such as Vbscript, C#, powershell, Perl, Bash Shell scripting, Java, ASP, PHP and/or SQL.
• Equipment | Use of personal computer and ability to use Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, & Power Point. Standard office equipment.
• Working Conditions | Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment. May be required to work evenings and/or weekends. Occasional travel will be required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
• Other | Must have strong organizational skills and a high level of problem solving skills. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to master new technology and applications. Must be able to multitask and manage projects concurrently.
• Physical Capabilities | N/A
• Employment Category | Full-Time
• Minimum Salary | Commensurate with Experience
• Posted Salary | Commensurate with Experience
• Position Available Date | 08/27/2026
• Grant Funded Position | No
• If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date |

Posting Detail Information

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: Date of Birth Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need. All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .

Posting Supplemental Questions

1. * Are you a current UTRGV employee?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
   • Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions
   • Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions
   • No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions
3. * Please select your highest level of completed education.
   • 6th grade education
   • 10th grade education
   • High School Diploma or GED
   • Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours
   • Bachelors Degree from an accredited university
   • Masters Degree from an accredited university
   • Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university
   • None of the above
4. * Please provide the field of study for your education: (Open Ended Question)
5. * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:
   • Less than 1 year
   • 1 year
   • 2 years
   • 3 years
   • 4 years
   • 5 years
   • 6 years
   • 7 years
   • 8 years
   • 9 years
   • 10 years
   • Over 10 years
6. * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Reference Letter 1
5. Reference Letter 2
6. Reference Letter 3
7. Certifications and Licenses
8. Training Certificates
9. Other Document
10. List of 3 References
11. Unofficial Transcripts 2
12. Unofficial Transcripts 3
13. Letter of Interest
14. Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
15. Additional Document