Position:  Information Centre Specialist

Location:  Vancouver, BC

Position Type:  Permanent

Position Description:

IT MindFinders is conducting a search for an Information Centre Specialist (ICS) for our Vancouver based client. As a member of the Business Applications Group, this role will assist user groups in structuring and using a corporate data warehouse. Additionally the ICS will provide leadership and training in the use of associated Business Intelligence (BI) analysis tools within Microsoft Office.   

Key Responsibilities:

• Reporting directly to the Business Applications Manager, the ICS will work on ad hoc and one-time-use projects that the business requires in its analysis and planning processes

• Develop a firm knowledge of application systems, data and data relationships.

• Work closely with IT Management, Users, Database Administrators, Application Developers

• Assist users in the design and development of BI processes to analyse business data.

• Understand the limits of BI so that complex processes are referred to Applications Development.

• Provide training for users in BI tools (e.g., Cognos) and advanced aspects of Microsoft Office.

• Assist senior executives in the use of Workplace Technology.

• Work with Applications Developers in the development of programs to meet advanced needs.

• Work with the Database Administrator to define required data structures (databases, cubes, etc.)

• Prepare user and technical documentation for BI processes created.

• Thoroughly understand BI tools, associated utilities and Microsoft Office.  Participate in the selection and analysis of new tools.

• Seek and receive feedback from users and vendors, evaluate needs and respond accordingly.

• Manage assigned projects.  Plan project timelines, plan, assign and review project work, ensure project meets goals and objectives, and resolve project problems.

Must Have Skills & Experience: 

• Undergraduate degree in Business Administration with emphasis on business analysis.

• Up to 2 years experience working with BI tools (Cognos, SAS, Information Builders, Crystal Reports, etc.)

• Experience assisting in the development and delivery of training sessions on technical processes

• Familiar with designing of data structures for use by applications and users.

• Basic programming and database skills

• Some Project Management experience - ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines

• Very strong English communication skills (oral, presentational, and written)

• Use of SQL queries

• Ability to work evenings and weekends on an as needed basis

• Occasional travel may be required.

Interested candidates please respond with your resume in MS WORD format, including a skills matrix and salary expectations directly to:
janis@itmindfinders.com