Robert Half Technology has an exciting Helpdesk/Desktop Support opportunity in downtown Chicago for an ongoing contract position. We are looking for candidates with 2+ years of hands on professional experience in support. If you are looking for opportunities, please contact Jessica DeLopez at (312) 616-7974 or .<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Experience with the following is required: Microsoft Office; Windows XP; PDA troubleshooting; Hardware troubleshooting; Firewall and Network troubleshooting; Connectivity issues.

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Interested in working for a company that is ranked as one of the top 100 companies to work for in America by Fortune Magazine for the last 9 years?

Do you have 2+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas:

• IT audit
• IT general control reviews
• Regulatory compliance reviews such as GLBA or HIPPA
• IT SOX compliance
• SAS 70
• Application security reviews & audits

Do you have experience working for a public accounting or consulting firm?

Have you worked for clients in the financial institution or service industry?

Are you looking for a career with a dynamic, growing professional services firm that will:

• Challenge you?
• Give you opportunity for growth and advancement in a rapidly growing practice unit?
• Provide you with a variety of job assignments?
• Provide you with a work/life balance?

Do you want to be involved in the information technology security field?

Do you want client responsibility?

Do you want to work on engagements where your input will directly impact the client?

If you have answered yes to more than one of the above questions, please apply online with Plante & Moran.

We are looking for candidates to join our rapidly growing Information Technology Security Assurance practice group. You will be based out of our Chicago office. The majority of the clients you will serve will be in the financial institution or service industries. The vast majority of our clients are located in the Midwest.

Your travel requirement will be 50-60% for the next twelve months but will lessen as the practice in Chicago continues to grow. Our current growth is at an annual rate of 300%.

Education:

• Bachelors degree in information technology or related field
• Master's degree or certifications such as CISA and CISSP helpful

Who is Plante & Moran?

Plante & Moran, PLLC is the 11th largest accounting and management consulting firm in the nation. We are proud to be recognized as "One of Fortune Magazine's Top 100 Companies to Work for in America" for the ninth year in a row.

Plante & Moran's goal is to be the firm-of-choice for clients and staff. We are deeply committed to helping our clients be successful. We are just as deeply committed to helping our staff realize professional and personal fulfillment.

Plante & Moran strives to provide an environment that embraces and effectively manages human differences and promotes thought, creativity, and excellence in client service.

We strive to attract the best and brightest people: those that reflect the diversity of the clients we serve and hope to attract. To that end, we offer a number of great benefits, including the choice of several different health care benefit plans and dental and vision coverage. Other benefits include:

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Basic Life and Optional Life Coverage
• 401(k) Tax Savings Plan and Matching Contribution
• Flexible Benefits Plan
• Athletic Reimbursement Program
• Generous Paid-Time-Off Policy

We thank all who express interest in this opportunity; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Plante and Moran, PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap or veteran's status, or status within any other protected group.

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(iGate) Mastech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.







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Robert Half Technology has an ongoing need for Network Administrator professionals. This position requires coordination of Network and Computing Services and will work to implement and maintain stable, high performing Internet and Intranet access on a 24/7 basis. In addition, will be responsible for developing methodologies and procedures to enhance reliability and security as it relates to Internet access and computing in the student dorms. Support the Network Operations department as needed for general network administration, planning, problem solving and basic network diagnostics. If you are interested in positions like this, please contact Jessica DeLopez at (312) 616-7974 or .<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: This Network Administrator position requires 4+ years experience in implementing local area networks on a medium to large scale. Fluent in setting up and configuring network hubs, switches, Windows NT server, Windows 2000 and 2003 server is required. Familiarity with V-Lan tagging technologies is also required. Experience in diagnosing and resolving network integrity problems is needed.

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Human Capital Consultants is a strategic professional services consulting organization serving industry leading clients across the United States. Our offerings include;

Recruitment Process Outsourcing
Contract and Project Recruitment and Candidate Sourcing
Corporate Recruitment Process Implementation and Improvement
Retained Search
Staffing Vendor Management
Human Resources Consulting
We offer proven, customizable, and matrix driven solutions for our clients' recruitment and staffing, employee retention, and human resources consulting needs.




Interaction Design Assistant

Since 1992 our client has used their Contextual Design methodology to design innovative, customer-centered products, business systems, websites, and hardware/software systems. They deliver strategic market characterizations, personas, and full product, website, and system designs all defined by data and tested with users. They take a whole systems view - making their solutions work for the users, the platform, and their clients' business goals.

The Contextual Design methodology is a customer-centered design process taught in universities and used in companies world-wide. The techniques rely on extensive field data as the foundation for understanding users' needs, tasks, and processes in order to design solutions that work.

Our client is looking for Interaction Design Assistants to be based in Concord, MA. Interaction Design Assistants use their visual design skills to work closely with multiple teams, on a wide variety of client projects representing different user activities and technology platforms. Candidates must be passionate about creating products, systems, and websites that really meet the needs of users. Qualified candidates can expect to become Interaction Designers within 1-3 years.

Effective interaction design begins with understanding how people work on a daily basis, which is why their interaction designers are trained in Contextual Design. Design Assistants will be trained in all phases of the Contextual Design process, including field interviews with end users, data interpretation, work modeling and consolidation, visioning, storyboarding, system design, paper prototyping and final visual design. They will use these skills to provide extra hands to the team and support creating deliverables.

Requirements

· Bachelor's or Master's degree in graphic design, fine art, or interaction design

· One year of demonstrated interaction design experience.

· Experience designing web or client-based applications (not merely web page design) is desirable.

· Visual design experience is preferred, but not necessary.

· Demonstrated experience with the following (or similar) design software: FreeHand, Dreamweaver, PowerPoint, Photoshop, HTML, and CSS.

· Must work quickly under short deadlines, handle multiple tasks, and work in a highly collaborative team environment

· Currently living in the greater Boston area is a must

· Willingness to travel when necessary

· Special consideration will be given to candidates with a second language (e.g., Japanese, Chinese, German, and others).


Experience: Advancement will also depend on:

· Aptitude and interest in quickly grasping diverse, sometimes complicated domains without previously having worked with them.

· Systemic thinking: to see design implications in the existing work practice and envision new solutions that will improve the user's experience while meeting the business needs of the clients.

· Good presentation and verbal communication skills, as well as positive client relation skills. Good writing is a plus.

· Strong, effective interpersonal skills to professionally interface with end users and clients.

· Willingness to travel on a regular basis, occasionally on short notice.

Join the organization that is in the forefront of technological design and client satisfaction with their user friendly, customer-focused processes.



Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit resumes to Mike Astringer by e-mail or call 800-378-0847 Ext: 701.



Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer



PLEASE NOTE: Only local candidates will be considered for this role.





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Summary:

Management position responsible for refining, enhancing, and optimizing the Company platform. This includes development and refinement of core systems, process improvements, product quality, and long term product enhancements. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for managing customer trials and product analysis. The candidate will manage an in-house group and will have full responsibility for managing all R&D projects and lab.

*** A background in coal or mineral processing is ideal ***


Key Responsibilities include:

Refining, enhancing, and optimizing the Company platform. Help build an R&D organization and operation in Chicago, IL. Manage the R&D organization, including development and refinement of core systems, process improvements, product quality, and long term product enhancements. Work with Operations and Engineering to develop and refine future systems. Oversee the coal properties testing lab. Develop and manage project budgets, track and report project anticipated costs, identify potential budget problems and ensure project budgets are met. Review, verify and approve project related purchase orders and invoices. Recognize and develop opportunities for continuous improvement. For immediate consideration email resumes directly to Bryan Campbell at:
Experience: Education / Experience:

Bachelor&#146;s degree in a related field (material science, mining, engineering) or equivalent experience. 5+ years R&D experience. 5+ years staff management experience. Track record for managing projects that are as-specified, on time and within budget. Experience commercializing new technology. For immediate consideration email resumes directly to Bryan Campbell at:

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Principal Software Configuration Manager - Medical Device (Job ID 169 SWM)

Principal Software Configuration Manager for this global medical will assume responsibility for establishing software configuration management strategy and practices and administration of the software configuration management system. This individual will also be the leader responsible for representing software on a cross functional product configuration management team, and will provide technical guidance and mentoring to other Software Configuration personnel.


Primary Responsibilities:

Lead software configuration management strategy and practices and administration of the software configuration management system
Leading and driving software configuration management best practices in the organization
Automation and streamlining of software configuration management activities
Representing software on cross functional product configuration management team
Prioritize tasks, resolve complex problems and design solutions
Provide leadership to others, manage technical components of projects, and has expert knowledge of product level configuration management principals and experience defining CM best practices
Design, implement, and support advanced and diverse technical solutions that address complex software and product Configuration Management requirements.
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to other SW Confguration Management personnel.
Participate in setting strategic directions.


Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Masters preferred)

Experience: Position Requirements:

10+ years of experience in engineering and software configuration
Experience with RequisitePro, Rational ClearCase or ClearCase UCM, ClearQuest, Microsoft SQL Server Visual Basic
Knowledge of Perl and/or VBScript programming, Rational Tools, Rational Unified Process
5+ years hands on experience with SW Configuration Management and Change Control assignments, demonstrating strong skills using Rational ClearCase and ClearQuest
Administrator level experience creating VOBs, triggers and views.
Administrator level experience creating CQ Schema and hooks
2+ years as a configuration management leader
Demonstrated success in delivering results on several technical challenges


For additional information, please visit our website at www.LegacyMedSearch.com

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My downtown client seeks a Sr. Web Developer to join their team on a full- time basis. The Web Developer will be working in a fast- paced team environment developing browser- based software solutions for an ever- growing list of impressive clients.
Experience: Candidates MUST have 5+ years of hand- coding advanced HTML, CSS and JavaScript as well as experience with JSP, XML and ASP. Candidates should also be familiar with Java/Object- Oriented programming. A strong creative sense and design experience is highly desired.

CANDIDATES PLEASE EMAIL RESUME TO

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POSITION SUMMARY



The Manager, Lawson Applications is responsible for the firm's implementation and support of Lawson software. The Manager maintains and manages the application throughout its lifecycle, focused on meeting or exceeding the firm's service level agreements ( SLAs ) for all Lawson-based applications. This includes managing all related vendor relationships for service, support, and licensing. Additionally, the Manager coordinates with all other relevant areas of the Information Technology ( IT ) department, including Relationship Management, Operations, Development, Project Manager ( PMO ), etc., to ensure the highest levels of customer satisfaction for their applications. It is expected that the Manager looks closely at the Lawson user community to help drive both strategy and operations accordingly. Finally, the Manager works closely with IT Governance to provide vision and leadership in support of a broad firm technology strategy and architecture. This position reports to the Director of Applications Development and Management ( ADM ) and is based in Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

-Ensure proper application monitoring to maintain expected performance and availability ( as defined in customer SLAs ).

-Provide leadership and act as the single point of ownership to address any application outages or issues as they occur, communicating effectively with other IT groups as appropriate.

-Provide functional expertise to support continued improvement and usage of applications.

-Evaluate current support and operations procedures and continually look for ways to improve overall customer satisfaction.

-Identify and build Lawson education and training strategy and execution, in coordination with the IT Human Resources ( HR ) Relationship Manager.

-Coordinate all systems maintenance and new applications development through standard IT Change Management and PM methodologies.

-Coordinate resource scheduling for any project work in conjunction with assigned project managers and through normal PMO practices.

-Ensure consistent application of standard IT development methodologies and best practices, and contribute to the consistent refinement and improvements to the same.

-Report application health and status to IT Leadership via regular updates and status meetings.

-Develop and execute against a Lawson strategy that is aligned with ADM and firm IT visions.

-Develop a thorough understanding of the firm's HR systems and needs.

-Define and manage the entire Lawson application lifecycle.

-Manage all relevant vendor relationships in support of the Lawson applications strategy.

-Develop and maintain appropriate service level agreements.

-Review HR applications capabilities and identify process fits and gaps as per the firm's business requirements.

-Coordinate activities with the Enterprise Architecture team to ensure alignment of strategy and planning.

-Provide mentoring and technical guidance to Lawson team.

-Manage Lawson staff and budget.

-Participate with other ADM division managers in developing a world class IT organization.

-Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict confidentiality in matters that required discretion.

-Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.

-Perform other job-related duties as necessary.
Experience: QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

-Bachelor's degree in Information Systems. MBA preferred.

-8-10 years in overall IT experience.

-5-8 years in overall Lawson experience preferred.

-3 + years in IT technology management.

-3+ years in a similar position in the areas of people, process, technology and project management.

-Experience with Lawson HR, Benefits, Payroll, Procurement self-service product lines required. Most recent experience with version 8.0.3 required. Version 9.0 experience preferred.

-Project Management experience or exposure to at least one development methodology.

-Proven project management capabilities; led at least five successful projects.

-Lawson implementation experience with at least four successful implementations.

-Must be experienced in all areas of the Software Development Lifecycle.

-Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.

-Must be able to deliver in an environment of competing priorities and changing project scope.

-Proven effectiveness as a creative problem solver; ability to challenge conventional approaches and 'think outside the box'.

-Experience in assessing business needs and selecting the right analytic approach for the problem at hand.

-Team oriented with a track record of excellence in internal and external customer service.

-Must be able to think big picture and tie it to day-to-day work.

-Excellent customer service and verbal and written communications skills.

-Good time management skills, i.e. the ability to take on and prioritize several tasks.

-Good interpersonal skills and a high level of professionalism.

-Ability to work additional hours as needed.

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POSITION SUMMARY



The Database Administration ( DBA ) Manager is responsible for leading the firm's database projects, environments and systems. The DBA team supports both production environments and development efforts. The Manager leads technical projects, manages staff, and coordinates activities with other departments. Grant Thornton uses both MS SQL Server and Oracle in the IT organization. The Manager assigns the appropriate team member as required for working with other IT groups on new projects, and maintenance and support of database technologies. The Manager develops the DBA staff and ensures their skills remain at the highest level achievable. Other responsibilities include participating in IT planning sessions with other IT Divisions as new projects are requested by the business. The Manager determines the strategies IT takes regarding the management, maintenance and implementation of relational database technologies.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

-Ensure production and test or development database platforms, including MS SQL Server and Oracle databases, HP Wintel, and SUN UNIX servers are managed reliably.

-Provide guidance, technical expertise, and escalation for a team consisting of four to five DBA's.

-Mentor staff, constantly improving performance, productivity, and quality.

-Serve as project leader for database initiatives. Develop project plans, assign and manage resources, identify and solve problems, meet deliverables.

-Participate in the configuration management approval process for all changes to the company's database and server platforms.

-Establish baseline performance and availability measurements. Monitor proactively and report regularly on performance and availability metrics.

-Collaborate with development teams, quality assurance, and release management.

-Manage instance strategy, including all related processes and resources.

-Develop and document technology standards. Meet all documentation and procedural requirements in accordance with Grant Thornton standards.

-Evaluate emerging technologies for application in the company's environment.

-Develop, implement, and maintain disaster recovery plans for critical production databases and applications.

-Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict confidentiality in matters that require discretion.

-Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.

-Participate in other strategic projects as required and perform other job-related duties as necessary.
Experience: QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

-Bachelor's degree in MIS, Business Management, Finance, Computer Science or related field.

-7+ years experience with demonstrated success and increased responsibility in the development, operations, and maintenance of enterprise information systems.

-2+ years experience in a customer facing role, acting as a technical account manager or similar role.

-Previous experience working in the professional services or accounting industry in a medium to large organization a plus.

-Ability to integrate procedural steps and processes with technical requirements and system functions to assure successful delivery of work.

-Experience with following a formal project management and change management methodology to the implementation of new and upgrading existing systems.

-Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.

-Strong training and presentation skills in individual and group settings.

-Strong attention to detail.

-Ability to work with minimal supervision.

-Team oriented, flexible and able to work in a constantly changing business environment.

-Reports directly to Director of IT Risk Management.

-Ability to work additional hours as necessary. Pager coverage expected. Some weekend or holiday work required.

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Robert Half Technology has ongoing exciting development positions within the advertising / marketing agency market! These positions will assist in the design, development and management of the client website. This includes both the public and the secure area of the website and integration of web-enabled applications into the organization's existing technical infrastructure. Duties will include: working with business function and IT staff to design systems that meet specific business requirements in support of external partner; assisting in the creation and maintenance of design, programming and documentation standards for web-based application development activities in the organization. If you are interested in these opportunities, please contact Jessica DeLopez at (312) 616-7974 or .<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Experience in Information Technology and 2+ years experience developing web-enabled applications in C# and ASP.Net are required. Candidates must have significant experience with Microsoft development tools (ASP, .NET), C# and MS SQL Server with the ability to demonstrate proficiency. The individual must have experience in developing database driven applications.

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Our Chicago-based GLOBAL Client currently seeks a JAVA Developer for a LONG-TERM project engagement lasting 6 months (with probable extenstions).

We seek a Java developer with the following skills and experience:

- Proficient in writing client/server applications using Java servlet technology
- Experience with using Weblogic or other Java Application Server for executing applications
- Proficient in data retrieval and data parsing which follows defined message specifications.
- Proficient in Oracle database SQL. Stored procedures and triggers a plus.
- Strong ability to learn existing applications quickly and to be able to make modifications to them.
- Ability to work independently.
- Unix Shell Scripting, helpful


Location: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Compensation: RATE: OPEN

REPLY TO:

mcgstb
@netscape.net


(INCLUDE SALARY HISTORY FOR CONSIDERATION)
(PLEASE INCLUDE JOB TITLE IN SUBJECT HEADING)
(WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'S)


Experience: REPLY TO:

mcgstb
@netscape.net


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Our client, a leading real estate firm, is looking for a Web Content Development Coordinator to enhance web site value by working closely with the IT Department and web developer to troubleshoot basic issues and strategically update the company's web site. Key responsibilities will be to maintain and refresh online content daily, being cognizant of SEO/SEM/pay-per-click ads, while playing an integral role in the development of web site enhancements by analyzing, recommending, managing and generating site content. This online marketing specialist will be responsible for staying on top of the latest online innovations, researching and editing content across internal teams, as well as on site organization, navigation and daily web site monitoring and updates. Working with the marketing, sales and executive teams, the online marketing specialist will obtain information and translate it into a digestible online format. Additionally, you will utilize Google Analytics to evaluate site visitors. This person will also be responsible for ensuring consistency in style, tone and quality; collaborating with the IT Department for content troubleshooting, and will report to the Director of Marketing via the IT Director. Familiarity with page layout program Adobe InDesign also desirable &#150; looking for a very motivated person willing to learn HTML, Dreamweaver and InDesign that brings one plus years of online marketing experience to the role.
Experience: Looking for a very motivated person willing to learn HTML, Dreamweaver and InDesign that brings one plus years of online marketing experience to the role. 1+ years of HTML web updates, exceptional web content management background, related Bachelor's degree, and detailed proofreading skills are desired. Candidates must be comfortable in a fast-paced real estate environment. Candidates must be comfortable developing and providing content for this company's web site which requires an understanding of Internet marketing combined with an awareness of new technologies, basic web site design knowledge, HTML web posting expertise (do not need to be a coding expert), and site maintenance plus editing skills. A self-starter, independent worker with problem-solving prowess and ability to multi-task will be key in this Old Town Neighborhood environment. Knowledge of Windows is required for this PC-based role; good understanding of HTML, some technical skills and site syndication are a plus. Teamwork, teamwork, and then some creative thinking abilities are also key! If interested, e-mail your r&#233;sum&#233; now to ; Attention: Kristi!

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Human Capital Consultants is a strategic professional services consulting organization serving industry leading clients across the United States. Our offerings include;

Recruitment Process Outsourcing
Contract and Project Recruitment and Candidate Sourcing
Corporate Recruitment Process Implementation and Improvement
Retained Search
Staffing Vendor Management
Human Resources Consulting
We offer proven, customizable, and matrix driven solutions for our clients' recruitment and staffing, employee retention, and human resources consulting needs.




Interaction Design Assistant

Since 1992 our client has used their Contextual Design methodology to design innovative, customer-centered products, business systems, websites, and hardware/software systems. They deliver strategic market characterizations, personas, and full product, website, and system designs all defined by data and tested with users. They take a whole systems view - making their solutions work for the users, the platform, and their clients' business goals.

The Contextual Design methodology is a customer-centered design process taught in universities and used in companies world-wide. The techniques rely on extensive field data as the foundation for understanding users' needs, tasks, and processes in order to design solutions that work.

Our client is looking for Interaction Design Assistants to be based in Concord, MA. Interaction Design Assistants use their visual design skills to work closely with multiple teams, on a wide variety of client projects representing different user activities and technology platforms. Candidates must be passionate about creating products, systems, and websites that really meet the needs of users. Qualified candidates can expect to become Interaction Designers within 1-3 years.

Effective interaction design begins with understanding how people work on a daily basis, which is why their interaction designers are trained in Contextual Design. Design Assistants will be trained in all phases of the Contextual Design process, including field interviews with end users, data interpretation, work modeling and consolidation, visioning, storyboarding, system design, paper prototyping and final visual design. They will use these skills to provide extra hands to the team and support creating deliverables.

Requirements

· Bachelor's or Master's degree in graphic design, fine art, or interaction design

· One year of demonstrated interaction design experience.

· Experience designing web or client-based applications (not merely web page design) is desirable.

· Visual design experience is preferred, but not necessary.

· Demonstrated experience with the following (or similar) design software: FreeHand, Dreamweaver, PowerPoint, Photoshop, HTML, and CSS.

· Must work quickly under short deadlines, handle multiple tasks, and work in a highly collaborative team environment

· Currently living in the greater Boston area is a must

· Willingness to travel when necessary

· Special consideration will be given to candidates with a second language (e.g., Japanese, Chinese, German, and others).


Experience: Advancement will also depend on:

· Aptitude and interest in quickly grasping diverse, sometimes complicated domains without previously having worked with them.

· Systemic thinking: to see design implications in the existing work practice and envision new solutions that will improve the user's experience while meeting the business needs of the clients.

· Good presentation and verbal communication skills, as well as positive client relation skills. Good writing is a plus.

· Strong, effective interpersonal skills to professionally interface with end users and clients.

· Willingness to travel on a regular basis, occasionally on short notice.

Join the organization that is in the forefront of technological design and client satisfaction with their user friendly, customer-focused processes.



Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit resumes to Mike Astringer by e-mail or call 800-378-0847 Ext: 701.



Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer



PLEASE NOTE: Only local candidates will be considered for this role.





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My downtown client seeks a Sr. Web Developer to join their team on a full- time basis. The Web Developer will be working in a fast- paced team environment developing browser- based software solutions for an ever- growing list of impressive clients.
Experience: Candidates MUST have 5+ years of hand- coding advanced HTML, CSS and JavaScript as well as experience with JSP, XML and ASP. Candidates should also be familiar with Java/Object- Oriented programming. A strong creative sense and design experience is highly desired.

CANDIDATES PLEASE EMAIL RESUME TO

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Our GLOBAL client, located in the Chicago area currently seeks a BI Architect for a 6 month + project engagement.

Job Description:

We are looking for a very senior BI architect who has solid experience with organizational change management, has served in a leadership/business consulting capacity, and has minimum 8-10 years experience and a combination of technical, architecture and solutions or business functions.

Solid verbal and written communication skills are required.
This all goes in addition to broad and deep understanding
of all aspects of BI:

- Analysis and Reporting (Business Objects)
- Warehousing, Data Marts and OLAP
- ETL
- Data Architecture and Governance
- Advanced Analytics (Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analysis, etc.)

Desired skills:

PMI certification and any other related certs would be a big plus!!

Client is looking for somebody very experienced with the Business Objects, but with a broader understanding. Someone who is very deep in one or two technologies is not what the client wants.

REPLY TO:

mcgstb
@netscape.net



(INCLUDE SALARY HISTORY FOR CONSIDERATION)
(PLEASE INCLUDE JOB TITLE IN SUBJECT HEADING)
(WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'S)


Location: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Compensation: RATE: OPEN (BASED UPON QUALIFICATIONS)

Experience: REPLY TO:

mcgstb
@netscape.net


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Robert Half Technology has an ongoing need for Network Administrators professionals. This position requires coordination of Network and Computing Services and will work to implement and maintain stable, high performing Internet and Intranet access on a 24/7 basis. In addition, will be responsible for developing methodologies and procedures to enhance reliability and security as it relates to Internet access and computing in the student dorms. Support the Network Operations department as needed for general network administration, planning, problem solving and basic network diagnostics. If you are interested in positions like this, please contact Jessica DeLopez at (312) 616-7974 or .<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: 4+ years experience in implementing local area networks on a medium to large scale. Fluent in setting up and configuring network hubs, switches, Windows NT server, Windows 2000 and 2003 server. Familiarity with V-Lan tagging technologies. Experience in diagnosing and resolving network integrity problems.

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Robert Half Technology has an exciting Helpdesk/Desktop Support opportunity in downtown Chicago for an ongoing contract position. We are looking for candidates with 2+ years of hands on professional experience in support. If you are looking for opportunities, please contact Jessica DeLopez at (312) 616-7974 or .<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Experience with the following:
Microsoft Office
Windows XP
PDA troubleshooting
Hardware troubleshooting
Firewall and Network troubleshooting
Connectivity issues

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Robert Half Technology has exciting development positions within the advertising/marketing agency market! These positions will assist in the design, development and management of the client website. This includes both the public and the secure area of the website and integration of web-enabled applications into the organization's existing technical infrastructure. Work with business function and IT staff to design systems that meet specific business requirements in support of external partner. Assist in the creation and maintenance of design, programming and documentation standards for web-based application development activities in the organization. If you are interested in these opportunities, please contact Jessica DeLopez at (312) 616-7974 or .<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Experience in Information Technology and 2+ years experience developing web-enabled applications in C# and ASP.Net. Must have significant experience with Microsoft development tools (ASP, .NET), C# and MS SQL Server with the ability to demonstrate proficiency. The individual must have experience in developing database driven applications.

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Our Chicago-based GLOBAL Client currently seeks a JAVA Developer for a LONG-TERM project engagement lasting 6 months (with probable extenstions).

We seek a Java developer with the following skills and experience:

- Proficient in writing client/server applications using Java servlet technology
- Experience with using Weblogic or other Java Application Server for executing applications
- Proficient in data retrieval and data parsing which follows defined message specifications.
- Proficient in Oracle database SQL. Stored procedures and triggers a plus.
- Strong ability to learn existing applications quickly and to be able to make modifications to them.
- Ability to work independently.
- Unix Shell Scripting, helpful


Location: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Compensation: RATE: OPEN

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Position Description:



This team is responsible for supporting and maintaining a straight-through trade processing system, utilized by the Alternative & Quantitative Investment and Hedge Fund Administration groups of Global Asset Management. This role is for a first-line Support Analyst for this group. The role requires an individual who is self-motivated, can thrive and multi-task in a fast-pace environment and can meet high customer expectations. This will be 3rd shift and a very long term contract. Great advancement opportunities with this client!



Responsibilities include:



First-line support of trading and back-office systems.



Risk assessment and prioritization of production problems.



Escalation of persistent or critical problems to development teams and senior management.



Proactive identification of risk areas.



Ad-hoc reports/extracts.



Impact analysis and requirements gathering.



UAT and regression testing.



Software deployment/integration.






Experience: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:



Excellent communication skills



Exceptional problem solving skills



Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly-driven environment



UNIX and scripting experience (Perl, C Shell, and Bourne shell)



Relational database experience (Sybase/Oracle)



HTML/Web or Java skills desirable



Computer science or Finance related degree is preferred



Application support experience is a plus



The role requires an individual who is self-motivated, can thrive and multi-task in a fast-pace environment and can meet high customer expectations.

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Our client, a leading real estate firm, is looking for a Web Content Development Coordinator to enhance web site value by working closely with the IT Department and web developer to troubleshoot basic issues and strategically update the company's web site. Key responsibilities will be to maintain and refresh online content daily, being cognizant of SEO/SEM/pay-per-click ads, while playing an integral role in the development of web site enhancements by analyzing, recommending, managing and generating site content. This online marketing specialist will be responsible for staying on top of the latest online innovations, researching and editing content across internal teams, as well as on site organization, navigation and daily web site monitoring and updates. Working with the marketing, sales and executive teams, the online marketing specialist will obtain information and translate it into a digestible online format. Additionally, you will utilize Google Analytics to evaluate site visitors. This person will also be responsible for ensuring consistency in style, tone and quality; collaborating with the IT Department for content troubleshooting, and will report to the Director of Marketing via the IT Director. Familiarity with page layout program Adobe InDesign also desirable &#150; looking for a very motivated person willing to learn HTML, Dreamweaver and InDesign that brings one plus years of online marketing experience to the role.
Experience: Looking for a very motivated person willing to learn HTML, Dreamweaver and InDesign that brings one plus years of online marketing experience to the role. 1+ years of HTML web updates, exceptional web content management background, related Bachelor's degree, and detailed proofreading skills are desired. Candidates must be comfortable in a fast-paced real estate environment. Candidates must be comfortable developing and providing content for this company's web site which requires an understanding of Internet marketing combined with an awareness of new technologies, basic web site design knowledge, HTML web posting expertise (do not need to be a coding expert), and site maintenance plus editing skills. A self-starter, independent worker with problem-solving prowess and ability to multi-task will be key in this Old Town Neighborhood environment. Knowledge of Windows is required for this PC-based role; good understanding of HTML, some technical skills and site syndication are a plus. Teamwork, teamwork, and then some creative thinking abilities are also key! If interested, e-mail your r&#233;sum&#233; now to ; Attention: Kristi!

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Database Developer / Architect needed to work for our client, a Downtown Chicago pioneer in online options trading, headed by a unique management team with over 30 years combined experience in the options marketplace.
Experience: This Trading company is in need of a Database Developer / Architect that has a good understanding of the internals of the database engine, has interest and experience in performing the data/database development and data architecture tasks, and has some exposure to software development methodology with good communications skills. This Database Developer would be a primary resource working closely with multiple development teams within the company, understanding data flows, and providing advice and guidelines on design and development of systems features.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

For immediate consideration contact

- Support the current SQL Server 2000 DTS environment
- Support Microsoft OLAP services
- Plan / Design a new SQL Server 2005 reporting environment using Reporting Services
-Execute basic day-to-day update statements and ad hoc report requests
- Support the Business Intelligence team as they perform ad hoc report requests

For immediate consideration contact
Experience: For immediate consideration contact

- Support the current SQL Server 2000 DTS environment
- Support Microsoft OLAP services
- Plan / Design a new SQL Server 2005 reporting environment using Reporting Services
-Execute basic day-to-day update statements and ad hoc report requests
- Support the Business Intelligence team as they perform ad hoc report requests

For immediate consideration contact

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Data Warehouse Analyst needed to work for our client, a downtown Chicago pioneer in online options trading, headed by a unique management team with over 30 years combined experience in the options marketplace.
Experience: This Trading company is looking for a person with an understanding of the internals of the database engine from a reporting and analysis point of view (usually based on datawarehousing or ETL design experience) with interest and experience in taking responsibility of supporting and handling reporting, analysis and business intelligence efforts within my team. Usually such resource would have built a good number of Reporting Services or Analysis services applications and has interest in moving beyond the tech "back room" and more into understanding the business, how to convert data into useful information that is of value to business , and how to ask/answer questions working with business sponsors at multiple levels.

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Join a prominent, national consulting firm in their Mid-Market Strategy Practice as an Associate Partner (AP). You will drive a consulting book of business and ensure successful delivery of client consulting engagements. This includes executing market development, sales, and delivery leadership for our client's mid-market Strategy & Change clients. Responsibilities include developing channel and client relationships at the C-level, identifying and closing new business opportunities which utilize Global Business Services capabilities as well as other related services. Delivery responsibilities include providing strategy-related advice and counsel to clients, and oversight and accountability for successful strategy implementations and client satisfaction. You must be based in Chicago.



If work-life balance is important, your weekday travel is typically three nights away from home with an emphasis on achieving a satisfying work-life balance. Occasional weeks may require four nights.
Experience: Here is a summary of what you must have before being considered. Please review carefully and submit your resume if you meet the following criteria



. Must have a min. of 10 years previous external strategy consulting experience (no exceptions), preferably with a large firm

. Must have demonstrated ability to sell strategy consulting work (in addition to delivery)

. Must have experience in the wholesale distribution and/or manufacturing industries

. Must have Operations Strategy experience, with a heavy emphasis on ERP and core technology transformation

. Must have proven experience selling and delivering strategy work to Mid-Market clients



Key words: partner, associate partner, Sr. Manager, Managing Consultant, strategy, operations strategy, wholesale, distribution, manufacturing, Accenture, BearingPoint, KPMG, Cap Gemini, Deloitte, Bain, McKinsey, AT Kearney, EDS, Big 4, jobs

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Position: Data Analyst

Location: Chicago IL 60611

6 month contract to hire





Smartsource is seeking a data analyst who has extensive experience working with SQL to aid our effort in the areas of business intelligence and data quality for our globally distributed applications environment. This person must be an extremely detail oriented self-starter and have the skills necessary to drive our data quality tasks. The ideal candidate is a results-oriented individual who likes and understands how to work with data in transactional and data warehouse environments.



Requirements

Mandatory Working Experience

· Three years of Microsoft SQL Server or equivalent

· Experience working with business users



Mandatory Qualifications

· Advanced fluency in SQL

· Thorough understanding of database concepts

· Knowledge of data warehouse concepts

· Complete understanding of relational data models

· Strong data / problem analysis skills

· Ability to multi-task

· Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with both technical and business audiences

· Ability to multi-task and function well independently

· Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

· Strong communication and organizational skills

· Strong problem solving and research skills

· Willingness to work mainly on back-end technologies (SQL Server, Analysis Services)

· Willingness to be accountable for our set of business information

· Strong enthusiasm for working with computers and the performance of high quality work



Desirable Qualifications

· A working knowledge of data architecture design principles and standards, including meta data management

· Knowledge of basic accounting principles

· Experience with any modern software development tool

· Experience with Microsoft Analysis Services and MDX

· Familiarity with dimensional data models and analysis tools (e.g., Excel pivot tables)

· Data Mining Experience

· Experience with PVCS Tracker or other System Change Management tracking software



Responsibilities

· Ensure that data contained in firm-wide enterprise applications is accurate and used consistently

· Perform SQL-based analysis on existing data, identifying root causes for data inaccuracies, through the use of database query tools

· Perform data analysis on non-SQL-based third party data sources such as Microsoft Business Solutions Navision and Geac MPC using Excel or other tools

· Assign criticality of discovered inaccuracies

· Implement auditing/control and notification processes to proactively identify and resolve data quality issues

· Respond to potential data errors and drive them to a resolution

· Perform assignments without the need to have a lot of guidance

· Recognize when assistance is needed and seek it out

· Develop recommendations on how the business can constantly improve its data quality

· Collaborate with the application development team, the QA team, and the data quality group during testing and rollout cycles

· Review regular data warehouse loads for accuracy

· Thoroughly understand all data models of our application environment

· Understand our network and database server infrastructure

· Perform ad-hoc queries upon request

· Commit to quality and completeness



To apply please email your resume in word and include your hourly / salary requirement and references



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Downtown Chicago pioneer in online options trading, headed by a unique management team with over 30 years combined experience in the options marketplace.
Experience: Trading company is in need of a person that has good understanding of the internals of the database engine, has interest and experience in performing the data/database development and data architecture tasks, and has some exposure to software development methodology with good communications skills. This person would be a primary resource working closely with multiple development teams within the company, understanding data flows, and providing advice and guidelines on design and development of systems features.

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Our Client located in the northwest suburbs,currently seeks a Senior SQL DBA for a 90-day Contract-to-Hire opportunity.

Profile:

The SQL Server DBA is responsible for assisting in the refinement and optimizations of the existing SQL Server 2000 installations as well as the migration to SQL Server 2005 and related technologies. This position requires an individual with a strong stored proc development background as well as DTS/SSIS understanding. Requirements: " 3 to 5 years of relational database experience within a multi-tiered environment including use of database performance and monitoring tools " Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2005 in a real time Web environment " Strong stored procedure skills " Solid understanding of SQL Server tuning, locking, indexing and error handling " Strong understanding of how to maximize SQL Server application scalability, performance, recoverability, and maintainability " Experience working with project managers / users to plan and implement releases " Understanding of various schema and their pros / cons: star schema, snowflake schema, 3rd normal form, etc. " Experience supporting data warehouses " MCDBA or SQL Server MCTS/MCITP certification a plus " Strong application development experience a plus Responsibilities: " Design, develop, tune, and maintain SQL Server 2000 and 2005 databases that support a variety " Create, test, implement, and maintain stored procedures " Use SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) to import and export data " Work with application developers to develop and implement solutions " Ensure that standards for database performance, availability, and security are being met " Mentor other team members on various aspects of SQL Server

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Location: northwest suburbs - CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Compensation: Up to $85,000.00 p/yr + benefits

Experience: REPLY TO: mcgstb @ net scape . n e t

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Position Description:



This team is responsible for supporting and maintaining a straight-through trade processing system, utilized by the Alternative & Quantitative Investment and Hedge Fund Administration groups of Global Asset Management. This role is for a first-line Support Analyst for this group. The role requires an individual who is self-motivated, can thrive and multi-task in a fast-pace environment and can meet high customer expectations. This will be 3rd shift and a very long term contract. Great advancement opportunities with this client!



Responsibilities include:



First-line support of trading and back-office systems.



Risk assessment and prioritization of production problems.



Escalation of persistent or critical problems to development teams and senior management.



Proactive identification of risk areas.



Ad-hoc reports/extracts.



Impact analysis and requirements gathering.



UAT and regression testing.



Software deployment/integration.






Experience: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:



Excellent communication skills



Exceptional problem solving skills



Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly-driven environment



UNIX and scripting experience (Perl, C Shell, and Bourne shell)



Relational database experience (Sybase/Oracle)



HTML/Web or Java skills desirable



Computer science or Finance related degree is preferred



Application support experience is a plus



The role requires an individual who is self-motivated, can thrive and multi-task in a fast-pace environment and can meet high customer expectations.

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Our client, a leading real estate firm, is looking for a Web Content Development Coordinator to enhance web site value by working closely with all the IT Department and web developer to troubleshoot basic issues and strategically update the company's web site. Key responsibility will be to maintain and refresh online content daily, being cognizant of SEO/SEM/pay-per-click ads, while playing an integral role in the development of web site enhancements by analyzing, recommending, managing and generating site content. This position will be responsible for staying on top of the latest online innovations, researching and editing content across internal teams, as well as on site organization, navigation and daily web site monitoring and updates. Working with the marketing, sales and executive teams, the online marketing specialist will obtain information and translate it into a digestible online format. Additionally, you will utilize Google Analytics to evaluate site visitors. This person will also be responsible to ensure consistency in style, tone and quality; collaborating with the IT Department for content troubleshooting, and will report to the Director of Marketing via the IT Director. Familiarity with page layout program Adobe InDesign also desirable &#150; looking for a very motivated person willing to learn HTML, Dreamweaver and InDesign that brings one plus years of online marketing experience to the role.
Experience: Looking for a very motivated person willing to learn HTML, Dreamweaver and InDesign that brings one plus years of online marketing experience to the role. 1+ years of HTML web updates, exceptional web content management background, related Bachelor's degree, and detailed proofreading skills are desired. Must be comfortable in a fast-paced real estate environment. To be responsible for developing and providing content for this company's web site requires an understanding of Internet marketing combined with an awareness of new technologies, basic web site design knowledge, HTML web posting expertise (do not need to be a coding expert), and site maintenance plus editing skills. Self-starter, independent worker with problem-solving prowess and ability to multi-task will be key in this Old Town Neighborhood environment. Knowledge of Windows required for this PC-based role; good understanding of HTML, some technical skills and site syndication are a plus. Teamwork, teamwork, and then some creative thinking abilities also key! If interested, e-mail your r&#233;sum&#233; now to ; Attention: Kristi!

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Downtown Chicago pioneer in online options trading, headed by a unique management team with over 30 years combined experience in the options marketplace.
Experience: Trading company is looking for a person with understanding of internals of the database engine from reporting and analysis point of view (usually based on datawarehousing or ETL design experience) with interest and experience in taking responsibility of supporting and handling reporting, analysis and business intelligence efforts within my team. Usually such resource would have built a good number of Reporting Services or Analysis services applications and has interest in moving beyond the tech "back room" and more into understanding the business, how to convert data into useful information that is of value to business , and how to ask/answer questions working with business sponsors at multiple levels.

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Our GLOBAL client, located in the Chicago area currently seeks a BI Architect for a 6 month + project engagement.

Job Description:

We are looking for a very senior BI architect who has solid experience with organizational change management, has served in a leadership/business consulting capacity, and has minimum 8-10 years experience and a combination of technical, architecture and solutions or business functions.

Solid verbal and written communication skills are required.
This all goes in addition to broad and deep understanding
of all aspects of BI:

- Analysis and Reporting (Business Objects)
- Warehousing, Data Marts and OLAP
- ETL
- Data Architecture and Governance
- Advanced Analytics (Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analysis, etc.)

Desired skills:

PMI certification and any other related certs would be a big plus!!

Client is looking for somebody very experienced with the Business Objects, but with a broader understanding. Someone who is very deep in one or two technologies is not what the client wants.

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Location: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Compensation: RATE: OPEN (BASED UPON QUALIFICATIONS)

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- Support the current SQL Server 2000 DTS environment
- Support Microsoft OLAP services
- Plan / Design a new SQL Server 2005 reporting environment using Reporting Services
-Execute basic day-to-day update statements and ad hoc report requests
- Support the Business Intelligence team as they perform ad hoc report requests

For immediate consideration contact
Experience: For immediate consideration contact

- Support the current SQL Server 2000 DTS environment
- Support Microsoft OLAP services
- Plan / Design a new SQL Server 2005 reporting environment using Reporting Services
-Execute basic day-to-day update statements and ad hoc report requests
- Support the Business Intelligence team as they perform ad hoc report requests

For immediate consideration contact

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Join a prominent, national consulting firm in their Mid-Market Strategy Practice as an Associate Partner (AP). You will drive a consulting book of business and ensure successful delivery of client consulting engagements. This includes executing market development, sales, and delivery leadership for our client's mid-market Strategy & Change clients. Responsibilities include developing channel and client relationships at the C-level, identifying and closing new business opportunities which utilize Global Business Services capabilities as well as other related services. Delivery responsibilities include providing strategy-related advice and counsel to clients, and oversight and accountability for successful strategy implementations and client satisfaction. You must be based in Chicago.



If work-life balance is important, your weekday travel is typically three nights away from home with an emphasis on achieving a satisfying work-life balance. Occasional weeks may require four nights.
Experience: Here is a summary of what you must have before being considered. Please review carefully and submit your resume if you meet the following criteria



. Must have a min. of 10 years previous external strategy consulting experience (no exceptions), preferably with a large firm

. Must have demonstrated ability to sell strategy consulting work (in addition to delivery)

. Must have experience in the wholesale distribution and/or manufacturing industries

. Must have Operations Strategy experience, with a heavy emphasis on ERP and core technology transformation

. Must have proven experience selling and delivering strategy work to Mid-Market clients



Key words: partner, associate partner, Sr. Manager, Managing Consultant, strategy, operations strategy, wholesale, distribution, manufacturing, Accenture, BearingPoint, KPMG, Cap Gemini, Deloitte, Bain, McKinsey, AT Kearney, EDS, Big 4, jobs

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.Net Application Developer will be the architect and developer for enterprise solutions using the Microsoft . Net product. Developers must be able to integrate this work with the existing applications and infrastructure. The .Net Application Developer must quickly gather a clear understanding of the business and usability of the applications and must be excellent at troubleshooting and possess analytical skills. This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: This .Net Application Developer position requires 1+ years of ASP development, 3+ years of .ASP .NET environment, and Architect expertise.

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Location is in downtown Chicago, candidates will need to be living in the Chicago area for the duration of the project. Local candidates HIGHLY preferred!

Oracle/SQL Server DBA. This isn't for a specific project. It is production support work for existing databases and applications. So we need someone who has experience doing base support, as opposed to project work. Day to day phone calls and email requests, enhancements and table changes, production to test refreshes, things that are broken and need to be fixed, enhancing existing UNIX monitoring scripts, etc. . SQL Server DBA skills - installing SQL server, backup and recovery, performance and tuning. . Oracle DBA skills - Oracle 9 required, 10g nice to have. . Support for oracle on Unix / Intel (AIX, HP, Windows). . Unix korn shell scripting for monitoring oracle. . Oracle backup and recovery using RMAN. . Oracle performance and tuning. . Oracle installs and upgrades - patching. . Oracle proactive monitoring. . Oracle database design. . Oracle utilities like export / import for complicated database refreshes. . Perl skills - familiarity with perl - we are using it to monitor SQL server. Must be a clear communicator - we do tons of conference calls with clients - must be easy to understand. Must be able to juggle multiple priorities and clients at once - I can't stress this enough. We have replaced 3 people because they said they could do this and they couldn't. Must be a self starter who takes initiative. Be able to do 24x7 support. Must be able to troubleshoot system problems and work quickly to resolve system outages the problem. Excellent communication skills. Ability to work within a large and diverse team in many different cities. Must be able to communicate effectively with different teams and provide courteous customer service. Must be able to achieve results with little supervision. Must be willing to persevere until problems are resolved and seek help from team members when appropriate - 'can do' attitude. Must comply with company policies on change approvals. Resume must clearly articulate substantial SQL Server work as well as Oracle work. Stating SQL Server as a 'skill' is NOT sufficent. Work with both SQL Server and Oracle must be current - i.e. within the last 2 years.

**Resume must clearly articulate the size of the environments- both # of databases supported as well as size, SQL Servers instances and how many Oracle instances. If they have not been responsible for 50 or more databases at one time, do not submit them. They will be soley responsible for 50+ dbs in this position and if they havent worked with that many in the past, they will not be able to keep up here.

** Optional but nice to have: . DB2 / UDB DBA . Teradata DBA . Veritas NetBackup experience . HP Openview experience . HP Perf View and/or Glance . Linux experience.



Skill Sets



Oracle DBA, SQL Server DBA, Unix shell scripting (AIX and HP), Intel Experience, Oracle Backup and Recovery using RMAN, Oracle Performance and Tuning Required Qualifications



5 years experience as SQL Server and Oracle DBA.

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Our client located in the west suburbs of Chicago, currently seeks an SAP FUNCTIONAL Consultant with strong SAP/SD.

This is a CONTRACT-TO-HIRE positon. PLEASE...ONLY REPLY IF YOU SEEK A PERM POSITION.

(CLIENT WILL SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'S !!!)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Address break fix tickets and change requests. Work with Business Analysts and Users in streamlining SAP functionality to increase business efficiency.
Configuration, unit and integration testing and create reports.

REQUIREMENTS:

4 YEAR DEGREE (MANDATORY)
5+ years experience with SAP SD having at least 2 (two) implementations.

Strong expertise in SD/WM/LE/SM.

Good functional knowledge with SD.

MUST HAVE excellent interpersonal communication skills, and work well in a team environment.

Must be able to analyze business process, business problems and opportunities and recommend process imnprovements and solutions.

Be able to perform root cause analysis and effective problem corrections effectively in an environment where SAP is a business critical compopnent of daily operations.

SAP CERTIFICATION desired.


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Location: west suburbs of Chicago, ILLINOIS
Compensation: Up to $145,000 p/yr. + FULL BENEFITS (based upon qualifications)

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Our client currently seeks an EDI PROJECT MANAGER with strong GENTRAN experience. This is a 6 month project engagement with possible extenstions.

Job Description:

We are currently seeking an experienced EDI-Project Manager to assist one of our clients located in the Chicago area to lead the implementation effort on an EDI gentran server and SAP R3 extension for Accounts Payable. There are currently 400+ customers in the current Accounts Payable system. The client intention is to utilize EDI to transmit A/P information to its current custormers. The ideal candidate will have experience in leading the implementation and integration of EDI solutions and will have experience in working with SAP. This individual must be able to work independantly and be a dynamic and effective leader.

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Location: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Compensation: OPEN

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Position: Data Analyst

Location: Chicago IL 60611

6 month contract to hire





Smartsource is seeking a data analyst who has extensive experience working with SQL to aid our effort in the areas of business intelligence and data quality for our globally distributed applications environment. This person must be an extremely detail oriented self-starter and have the skills necessary to drive our data quality tasks. The ideal candidate is a results-oriented individual who likes and understands how to work with data in transactional and data warehouse environments.



Requirements

Mandatory Working Experience

· Three years of Microsoft SQL Server or equivalent

· Experience working with business users



Mandatory Qualifications

· Advanced fluency in SQL

· Thorough understanding of database concepts

· Knowledge of data warehouse concepts

· Complete understanding of relational data models

· Strong data / problem analysis skills

· Ability to multi-task

· Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with both technical and business audiences

· Ability to multi-task and function well independently

· Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

· Strong communication and organizational skills

· Strong problem solving and research skills

· Willingness to work mainly on back-end technologies (SQL Server, Analysis Services)

· Willingness to be accountable for our set of business information

· Strong enthusiasm for working with computers and the performance of high quality work



Desirable Qualifications

· A working knowledge of data architecture design principles and standards, including meta data management

· Knowledge of basic accounting principles

· Experience with any modern software development tool

· Experience with Microsoft Analysis Services and MDX

· Familiarity with dimensional data models and analysis tools (e.g., Excel pivot tables)

· Data Mining Experience

· Experience with PVCS Tracker or other System Change Management tracking software



Responsibilities

· Ensure that data contained in firm-wide enterprise applications is accurate and used consistently

· Perform SQL-based analysis on existing data, identifying root causes for data inaccuracies, through the use of database query tools

· Perform data analysis on non-SQL-based third party data sources such as Microsoft Business Solutions Navision and Geac MPC using Excel or other tools

· Assign criticality of discovered inaccuracies

· Implement auditing/control and notification processes to proactively identify and resolve data quality issues

· Respond to potential data errors and drive them to a resolution

· Perform assignments without the need to have a lot of guidance

· Recognize when assistance is needed and seek it out

· Develop recommendations on how the business can constantly improve its data quality

· Collaborate with the application development team, the QA team, and the data quality group during testing and rollout cycles

· Review regular data warehouse loads for accuracy

· Thoroughly understand all data models of our application environment

· Understand our network and database server infrastructure

· Perform ad-hoc queries upon request

· Commit to quality and completeness



To apply please email your resume in word and include your hourly / salary requirement and references



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Our GLOBAL client, located in the Chicago area currently seeks a BI Architect for a 6 month + project engagement.

Job Description:

We are looking for a very senior BI architect who has solid experience with organizational change management, has served in a leadership/business consulting capacity, and has minimum 8-10 years experience and a combination of technical, architecture and solutions or business functions.

Solid verbal and written communication skills are required.
This all goes in addition to broad and deep understanding
of all aspects of BI:

- Analysis and Reporting (Business Objects)
- Warehousing, Data Marts and OLAP
- ETL
- Data Architecture and Governance
- Advanced Analytics (Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analysis, etc.)

Desired skills:

PMI certification and any other related certs would be a big plus!!

Client is looking for somebody very experienced with the Business Objects, but with a broader understanding. Someone who is very deep in one or two technologies is not what the client wants.

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Location: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Compensation: RATE: OPEN (BASED UPON QUALIFICATIONS)

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Position Description:



This team is responsible for supporting and maintaining a straight-through trade processing system, utilized by the Alternative & Quantitative Investment and Hedge Fund Administration groups of Global Asset Management. This role is for a first-line Support Analyst for this group. The role requires an individual who is self-motivated, can thrive and multi-task in a fast-pace environment and can meet high customer expectations. This will be 3rd shift and a very long term contract. Great advancement opportunities with this client!



Responsibilities include:



First-line support of trading and back-office systems.



Risk assessment and prioritization of production problems.



Escalation of persistent or critical problems to development teams and senior management.



Proactive identification of risk areas.



Ad-hoc reports/extracts.



Impact analysis and requirements gathering.



UAT and regression testing.



Software deployment/integration.






Experience: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:



Excellent communication skills



Exceptional problem solving skills



Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly-driven environment



UNIX and scripting experience (Perl, C Shell, and Bourne shell)



Relational database experience (Sybase/Oracle)



HTML/Web or Java skills desirable



Computer science or Finance related degree is preferred



Application support experience is a plus



The role requires an individual who is self-motivated, can thrive and multi-task in a fast-pace environment and can meet high customer expectations.

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Downtown Chicago pioneer in online options trading, headed by a unique management team with over 30 years combined experience in the options marketplace.
Experience: Trading company is looking for a person with understanding of internals of the database engine from reporting and analysis point of view (usually based on datawarehousing or ETL design experience) with interest and experience in taking responsibility of supporting and handling reporting, analysis and business intelligence efforts within my team. Usually such resource would have built a good number of Reporting Services or Analysis services applications and has interest in moving beyond the tech "back room" and more into understanding the business, how to convert data into useful information that is of value to business , and how to ask/answer questions working with business sponsors at multiple levels.

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Downtown Chicago pioneer in online options trading, headed by a unique management team with over 30 years combined experience in the options marketplace.
Experience: Trading company is in need of a person that has good understanding of the internals of the database engine, has interest and experience in performing the data/database development and data architecture tasks, and has some exposure to software development methodology with good communications skills. This person would be a primary resource working closely with multiple development teams within the company, understanding data flows, and providing advice and guidelines on design and development of systems features.

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Join a prominent, national consulting firm in their Mid-Market Strategy Practice as an Associate Partner (AP). You will drive a consulting book of business and ensure successful delivery of client consulting engagements. This includes executing market development, sales, and delivery leadership for our client's mid-market Strategy & Change clients. Responsibilities include developing channel and client relationships at the C-level, identifying and closing new business opportunities which utilize Global Business Services capabilities as well as other related services. Delivery responsibilities include providing strategy-related advice and counsel to clients, and oversight and accountability for successful strategy implementations and client satisfaction. You must be based in Chicago.



If work-life balance is important, your weekday travel is typically three nights away from home with an emphasis on achieving a satisfying work-life balance. Occasional weeks may require four nights.
Experience: Here is a summary of what you must have before being considered. Please review carefully and submit your resume if you meet the following criteria



. Must have a min. of 10 years previous external strategy consulting experience (no exceptions), preferably with a large firm

. Must have demonstrated ability to sell strategy consulting work (in addition to delivery)

. Must have experience in the wholesale distribution and/or manufacturing industries

. Must have Operations Strategy experience, with a heavy emphasis on ERP and core technology transformation

. Must have proven experience selling and delivering strategy work to Mid-Market clients



Key words: partner, associate partner, Sr. Manager, Managing Consultant, strategy, operations strategy, wholesale, distribution, manufacturing, Accenture, BearingPoint, KPMG, Cap Gemini, Deloitte, Bain, McKinsey, AT Kearney, EDS, Big 4, jobs

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- Support the current SQL Server 2000 DTS environment
- Support Microsoft OLAP services
- Plan / Design a new SQL Server 2005 reporting environment using Reporting Services
-Execute basic day-to-day update statements and ad hoc report requests
- Support the Business Intelligence team as they perform ad hoc report requests

For immediate consideration contact
Experience: For immediate consideration contact

- Support the current SQL Server 2000 DTS environment
- Support Microsoft OLAP services
- Plan / Design a new SQL Server 2005 reporting environment using Reporting Services
-Execute basic day-to-day update statements and ad hoc report requests
- Support the Business Intelligence team as they perform ad hoc report requests

For immediate consideration contact

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Our client located in the west suburbs of Chicago, currently seeks an SAP FUNCTIONAL Consultant with strong SAP/SD.

This is a CONTRACT-TO-HIRE positon. PLEASE...ONLY REPLY IF YOU SEEK A PERM POSITION.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

Address break fix tickets and change requests. Work with Business Analysts and Users in streamlining SAP functionality to increase business efficiency.
Configuration, unit and integration testing and create reports.

REQUIREMENTS:

4 YEAR DEGREE (MANDATORY)
5+ years experience with SAP SD having at least 2 (two) implementations.

Strong expertise in SD/WM/LE/SM.

Good functional knowledge with SD.

MUST HAVE excellent interpersonal communication skills, and work well in a team environment.

Must be able to analyze business process, business problems and opportunities and recommend process imnprovements and solutions.

Be able to perform root cause analysis and effective problem corrections effectively in an environment where SAP is a business critical compopnent of daily operations.

SAP CERTIFICATION desired.


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Location: west suburbs of Chicago, ILLINOIS
Compensation: Up to $145,000 p/yr. + FULL BENEFITS (based upon qualifications)

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Location is in downtown Chicago, candidates will need to be living in the Chicago area for the duration of the project. Local candidates HIGHLY preferred!

Oracle/SQL Server DBA. This isn't for a specific project. It is production support work for existing databases and applications. So we need someone who has experience doing base support, as opposed to project work. Day to day phone calls and email requests, enhancements and table changes, production to test refreshes, things that are broken and need to be fixed, enhancing existing UNIX monitoring scripts, etc. . SQL Server DBA skills - installing SQL server, backup and recovery, performance and tuning. . Oracle DBA skills - Oracle 9 required, 10g nice to have. . Support for oracle on Unix / Intel (AIX, HP, Windows). . Unix korn shell scripting for monitoring oracle. . Oracle backup and recovery using RMAN. . Oracle performance and tuning. . Oracle installs and upgrades - patching. . Oracle proactive monitoring. . Oracle database design. . Oracle utilities like export / import for complicated database refreshes. . Perl skills - familiarity with perl - we are using it to monitor SQL server. Must be a clear communicator - we do tons of conference calls with clients - must be easy to understand. Must be able to juggle multiple priorities and clients at once - I can't stress this enough. We have replaced 3 people because they said they could do this and they couldn't. Must be a self starter who takes initiative. Be able to do 24x7 support. Must be able to troubleshoot system problems and work quickly to resolve system outages the problem. Excellent communication skills. Ability to work within a large and diverse team in many different cities. Must be able to communicate effectively with different teams and provide courteous customer service. Must be able to achieve results with little supervision. Must be willing to persevere until problems are resolved and seek help from team members when appropriate - 'can do' attitude. Must comply with company policies on change approvals. Resume must clearly articulate substantial SQL Server work as well as Oracle work. Stating SQL Server as a 'skill' is NOT sufficent. Work with both SQL Server and Oracle must be current - i.e. within the last 2 years.

**Resume must clearly articulate the size of the environments- both # of databases supported as well as size, SQL Servers instances and how many Oracle instances. If they have not been responsible for 50 or more databases at one time, do not submit them. They will be soley responsible for 50+ dbs in this position and if they havent worked with that many in the past, they will not be able to keep up here.

** Optional but nice to have: . DB2 / UDB DBA . Teradata DBA . Veritas NetBackup experience . HP Openview experience . HP Perf View and/or Glance . Linux experience.



Skill Sets



Oracle DBA, SQL Server DBA, Unix shell scripting (AIX and HP), Intel Experience, Oracle Backup and Recovery using RMAN, Oracle Performance and Tuning Required Qualifications



5 years experience as SQL Server and Oracle DBA.

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.Net Application Developer will be the architect and developer for enterprise solutions using the Microsoft . Net product. Developers must be able to integrate this work with the existing applications and infrastructure. The .Net Application Developer must quickly gather a clear understanding of the business and usability of the applications and must be excellent at troubleshooting and possess analytical skills. This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: This .Net Application Developer position requires 1+ years of ASP development, 3+ years of .ASP .NET environment, and Architect expertise.

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Our Client located in the northwest suburbs,currently seeks a Senior SQL DBA for a 90-day Contract-to-Hire opportunity.

Profile:

The SQL Server DBA is responsible for assisting in the refinement and optimizations of the existing SQL Server 2000 installations as well as the migration to SQL Server 2005 and related technologies. This position requires an individual with a strong stored proc development background as well as DTS/SSIS understanding. Requirements: " 3 to 5 years of relational database experience within a multi-tiered environment including use of database performance and monitoring tools " Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2005 in a real time Web environment " Strong stored procedure skills " Solid understanding of SQL Server tuning, locking, indexing and error handling " Strong understanding of how to maximize SQL Server application scalability, performance, recoverability, and maintainability " Experience working with project managers / users to plan and implement releases " Understanding of various schema and their pros / cons: star schema, snowflake schema, 3rd normal form, etc. " Experience supporting data warehouses " MCDBA or SQL Server MCTS/MCITP certification a plus " Strong application development experience a plus Responsibilities: " Design, develop, tune, and maintain SQL Server 2000 and 2005 databases that support a variety " Create, test, implement, and maintain stored procedures " Use SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) to import and export data " Work with application developers to develop and implement solutions " Ensure that standards for database performance, availability, and security are being met " Mentor other team members on various aspects of SQL Server

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Location: northwest suburbs - CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Compensation: Up to $85,000.00 p/yr + benefits

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