Job offered: Moodle Administrator/ PHP Programmer/ User Support

Type: Full-time
Location: Iowa State University, Ames, IA USA

Apply Online at http://www.iastatejobs.com

Vacancy ID #

090476

Title

SYSTEMS SUPPORT SPECIALIST II

Employing Department

Center for Food Security and Public Health

Appointment Conditions

Term, 12 Months, Full Time, Appointment Ending 06-30-2012

Proposed Start Date

09-01-09

Job Description

The person in this position will be responsible for maintaining the Moodle Learning Management system for several different sites serving tens of thousands of users. We have customized the base Moodle software. We are looking for someone to primarily maintain and modify the Moodle software system. We currently outsource server maintenance, but the candidate should have a good working knowledge of Linux.

A second significant aspect of the job would be supporting the Moodle system users.

Finally, this position will be responsible for maintaining other PHP based web applications.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a computer science related field OR Bachelor's with 12 credits in IT and one year of related experience or equivalent related education and experience.
-PHP programming experience (1-2 years)
-Experience must demonstrate skills with MySQL and using PHP software to access databases.
-Experience must demonstrate knowledge in creating and modifying HTML pages.
-Basic experience with the LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySql, PHP) environment.

Preferred Qualifications

-Experience managing Moodle (or other LMS) systems
-Experience using (as administrator, teacher, learner) Learning Management Systems (esp. Moodle)
-.NET programming experience
-Knowledge and experience writing and modifying javascript.

Salary

Minimum $33,255; commensurate with qualifications

Special Conditions

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university's verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check.

Application Instructions

Application must be submitted online. Please be prepared to attach or enter the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) Contact information for three references
If you have questions regarding this vacancy, please email Kevan, kpflamin@iastate.edu or call 515-294-5781. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

To ensure consideration, submit application by:

08-15-2009




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3810 Beardshear Hall
Ames IA 50011-2033
Phone: 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485
E-Mail: employment@iastate.edu

Or visit our website at http://www.iastatejobs.com

Iowa State University is an Affirmative Action employer and will take action to ensure that employment practices are free of discrimination. Iowa State University is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. veteran. Women and minorities are highly encouraged to apply for all employment opportunities. Inquiries or questions regarding our non-discrimination policy can be directed to Carla R. Espinoza, Director of Equal Opportunity and Diversity and ADA Coordinator, 3750 Beardshear Hall, Ames, IA 50011 or by phone at (515) 294-6458.


Entry added by Kevan Flaming - 31 July 2009
Last updated - 31 July 2009