Manager, Application Development

The University of Akron•Akron, OH

13h

About The Position

Job Summary: Responsible for the supervision and management of system applications development and technical support for all administrative business systems, including oversight of all activities pertaining to the development, access and administration of the University’s centralized business databases and software as assigned by the Director. Supervise assigned staff while providing direction for work activities and communicate with the University community affected by enterprise applications. Essential Functions: 45% Manage and design the applications development and maintenance of new and existing assigned systems, databases and computer programs. Evaluate and define system requirements and determine resources required. Solve production and development problems relating to enterprise applications. 20% Supervise and evaluate work of assigned personnel in their efforts to properly maintain enterprise applications, administer and secure data, and maintain all underlying technology. Assign tasks, review progress, oversee personnel training and development, and prepare performance evaluations. 10% Maintain existing systems. Review software and hardware technology for support of applications. Develop and enforce policies to ensure secure, efficient, and appropriate use of systems technologies. 10% Consult with department managers about the impact of changes in policy. Review requests for systems modifications and determines the feasibility and cost of any requested modifications or additions to the systems. Coordinate tasks to be done by various departments. Consult with enterprise users and technicians regarding security, procedural, and technical issues. 10% Maintain scientific knowledge of new and advanced technology while training and distributing information to assigned personnel. 5% Oversee outsourced programming projects. Other duties as assigned or required. Additional Position Information: Education: Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree. Experience: Requires a minimum of 5 years experience in applications systems, development and programming along with an understanding of project management. Requires a minimum of 5 years experience administering enterprise level databases, technology supporting ERP systems, and developing/designing computer or ERP applications while performing managerial and supervisory duties. Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills required. Ability to adapt to new technology and present/sell new concepts required. Experience with ERP systems is required, experience with Workday will be preferred. Leadership: Direct supervision and evaluation of work as a first-line supervisor over exempt and non-exempt staff including hiring, terminating, disciplining; or functional guidance and/or project leadership over exempt staff engaged in activities of a recurring basis. Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume. Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience. Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin on January 07, 2026. FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Exempt) Union Affiliation (if applicable): For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed: Natasha Kuzmina Email: [email protected] ________________________________________________________________________ Background Check Statement The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search. Non-Discrimination Statement The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. State of Residence Statement It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.

Requirements

Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree.
Requires a minimum of 5 years experience in applications systems, development and programming along with an understanding of project management.
Requires a minimum of 5 years experience administering enterprise level databases, technology supporting ERP systems, and developing/designing computer or ERP applications while performing managerial and supervisory duties.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills required.
Ability to adapt to new technology and present/sell new concepts required.
Experience with ERP systems is required

Nice To Haves

experience with Workday will be preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and design the applications development and maintenance of new and existing assigned systems, databases and computer programs.
Evaluate and define system requirements and determine resources required.
Solve production and development problems relating to enterprise applications.
Supervise and evaluate work of assigned personnel in their efforts to properly maintain enterprise applications, administer and secure data, and maintain all underlying technology.
Assign tasks, review progress, oversee personnel training and development, and prepare performance evaluations.
Maintain existing systems.
Review software and hardware technology for support of applications.
Develop and enforce policies to ensure secure, efficient, and appropriate use of systems technologies.
Consult with department managers about the impact of changes in policy.
Review requests for systems modifications and determines the feasibility and cost of any requested modifications or additions to the systems.
Coordinate tasks to be done by various departments.
Consult with enterprise users and technicians regarding security, procedural, and technical issues.
Maintain scientific knowledge of new and advanced technology while training and distributing information to assigned personnel.
Oversee outsourced programming projects.
Other duties as assigned or required.