Clinical Systems Application Coordinator/Specialist in Chicago, IL

Job Description Wework with several major hospitals and healthcare providers in theChicago land area. Our clients are consistently looking for Epic/Cerner/McKesson/IDX/Meditech professionals to assist with systemimplementation and application support, as well as project managementand systems engineering.You can reach me at 243-2675. Please send me your resume (see below) Thanks! -Dimple Patel Required Qualifications 2-4 years of application implementation and installation experience. Support experience a must. Experience with the initial phases of an implementation are especially valued, as well as any certifications. PMP certifications or secondary educational degrees are nice, although they are not required. Strong application configuration background either in healthcare or for other large software applications. Strong communication and influence skills. Both detail-oriented and able to see the big picture Strong detailed analytical thinking, problem solving and results oriented skills. Degree in Computer Science, Healthcare, or Engineering is preferred. RN's preferred. Required Education: 4 Year DegreeRequired Experience: 1-3 Years Details Industry: HealthcareJobtype: Application Coordinator/Support Analyst/Project Manager/Systems Engineering - Epic, Cerner, McKesson, IDX, or MeditechEmployee type: Full-TimeBase pay: 65-110KManages others: NoRequired travel: NoneRelocation covered: Yes To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Business System Analyst in Chicago, IL

Proficient in developing Use Case Diagrams, Data Flow Diagrams, Class Diagrams using Rational Rose and MS Visio for business process for work-flow Gathering requirements Experience as a liaison between Business and Technology Should have over five years of experience as a Business Analyst working on RUP based projects and expertise on working with tools like Rational requisite Pro Should have experience analyzing functional requirements through the use of JAD sessions and modeling tools Should have experience creating UML Activity diagrams and Process Flow diagrams using Microsoft Visio. Prior experience working with the application development and QA teams to make sure they understand the business models and detailed user and functional requirements. Experience developing functional requirements Provide support to project team throughout the project life cycle, as required. Participate in the assessment of various technical design sessions to provide details during the development process and assure those detailed technical specifications match the business' functional specifications.. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Creative and Conceptual Web designers needed!! in Chicago, IL

Our client is looking for an interactive designer/developer to help design and build several websites--including healthcare, high-end retail, and wine & spirits. The ideal candidate will be proficient in HTML coding and well as the entire Creative Suite to assist in the layout and design of the site. You may also be asked to concept and execute designs for banner ads and e-mail marketing. The project will be conceptual and the consultant will be working side-by-side with owner to make sure the look and feel is parallel with his wants. While this project is on-site, there will be additional projects that can be done remotely.<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: To be considered for this opportunity you first and foremost need to be an outstanding interactive designer/web designer! We are excited to see your samples! You samples should showcase your ability to concept and design innovative and beautiful websites, e-mail marketing, and banner ads. You must be an expert in the Creative Suite as well as HTML. Additional understanding of web programs is also a plus!! To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Computer Systems Operations Apprentice in Chicago, IL

COMMUNICATIONS COMPUTER SYSTEMS OPERATIONS APPRENTICEAs a Communications Computer Systems Operations Apprentice you will work on microcomputer operations and repair. You will receive hands-on training on personal computers (PCs), communications equipment and local area networks (LANs). Additionally, you will learn how a computer processes information through the use of special-purpose software applications (word processing, spreadsheet development, database management), and how to safeguard classified information when sending and receiving messages via the Department of Defense's secure processing network.Benefits include:- Education assistance- Specialized Information Systems Technology training- 30-days of vacation with pay each year, starting with your first year- Comprehensive medical and dental care for you, your spouse and children- Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K)- Low-cost life insurance- Tax-free housing and food allowances- Opportunity for regular promotions based on skills, abilities, time in service and time in grade- Excellent retirement program after 20 years of continuous serviceAll Air Force careers fields are based on qualifications and job availability.Do you want to learn more about this job? Please click "Apply" to request an info pack. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Testing Lead in Chicago, IL

For immediate consideration, please apply directly through our careers site: Overview: At ExcelaCom, we focus our efforts and resources on our client projects, from systems strategy to implementation and maintenance, which combined with our deep industry knowledge and technology expertise, create services that bring real value to our clients. At the heart of our strategy is the simple goal of business innovation and optimization. For our customers, this means we can deliver successful projects that concentrate on key IT goals and opportunities and deliver the greatest return on investment. ExcelaCom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We currently have an opening in Chicago for a Testing Lead with strong drive and experience in testing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in understanding business support system software within a telecom organization as well as software testing and leading a testing team. Responsibilities: Manage the onsite and offshore testing team Report of testing status to the client Create and lead test case creation based on client requirements documents Create and assist in execution of Test Cases Assist with defect creation, clarification, updating and maintenance within the defect tracking system Work with the client on test clarifications around requirements Qualifications: Demonstrate high level of written and oral communication in the English language 4 years test team leadership experience 4 years of experience with test planning, test case writing, test execution, issue tracking, metrics tracking and other QA processes and procedures Minimum of 4 years of experiences providing lead services to a client Minimum of 2 years working with offshore teams in India 1 years Test Director/defect tracking experience Can demonstrate the ability to facilitate conference calls and communicate test issues as well as troubleshooting Can demonstrate the ability to provide clear and detailed status on what has been executed for the day Can demonstrate the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment Can demonstrate creative problem-solving capabilities Can demonstrate the ability to work in teams as well as independently with little supervision Can demonstrate proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project For immediate consideration, please apply directly through our careers site: To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Senior Executive Assistant in Chicago, IL

Job Title: Senior Executive Assistant Location: Chicago, Illinois Duration: 3 months LOOKING FOR A RECENT COLLEGE GRADUATE WITH SOME ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCEProduction Support: Answer all incoming phone calls and take messages when required Detailed calendar management including scheduling of all meetings, dinners etc. Prepare Loan Committee & Pre-Screen Packages Print route directions for meetings and travel Print and distribute daily pricing sheet and Investor memos Underwriting Support: Update Loan processing including uploading documents post closing Spread rent rolls and operating statements Request aerial photos and zoning letters Prepare paper trail reports Maintain the deposit and payment system; track invoices, process application deposits and initiate wire transfers if necessary Photocopying and scanning of all pertinent loan related documents Printing on letterhead General Office Support (Production & Underwriting): Arrange travel and process travel and entertainment expense reimbursements upon completion of trips Coordinate onsite department files and archives Sort and distribute mail Process fed ex packages Ensure office supplies/inventory are adequately maintained CORE COMPETENCIES: Must be able to work effectively in a very fast paced environment while maintaining composure Strong work ethic, team orientation, clear communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint Demonstrated writing skills, keen attention to detail and an aptitude for working with numbers Highly organized, must be able to prioritize in order to complete multiple tasks on schedule in a highly deadline driven environment Ability to problem-solve and exercise sound independent judgment while displaying a high degree of initiative and accuracy To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Helpdesk Analyst in Chicago, IL

Job Description Ifyou are interested please email me your resume (see below) to move forward. If you do not meet therequirements, but are an IT professional, I would still be happy toassist you in your job search! Required Qualifications Candidatemust have at least 6 months of professional helpdesk experienceincluding familiarity utilizing ticketing systems (ex. Remedy, Heat,Magic, SDE, etc.) This group consists of 13 technicians and 3 teamleads. The team supports a number of proprietary healthcareapplications as well as typical MS/OS and Office issues. Experience:-6 plus months of professional helpdesk experience, ideally with anunderstanding of hands on as well as phone-Ticketing system experience. The client uses Magic but anunderstanding of ticketing systems and what they do is all that isnecessary (Remedy, Heat, Magic, proprietary, etc )-Knowledge of support in MS OS (2000, XP), MS Office, and any otherapplications (proprietary or off the shelf ) Required Education: High SchoolRequired Experience: Details Industry: HealthcareJob type: Active Directory, Remedy, Microsoft Office, Helpdesk, Phone SupportEmployee type: Full-TimeBase pay: PermanentManages others: NoRequired travel: NoneRelocation covered: Yes To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. SAS Programmer Analyst in Chicago, IL

We re in search of an experienced Sr. SAS Programmer Analyst to join our client for a contract opportunity. This will potentially CTH, but for now contract with a strong chance of transitioning perm. Job Description: Develop systems to extract data from various source files and/or internal generalized systems and databases, and transform these data for use in system databases, and for delivery to internal and external clients. Lead in developing technical requirements, design, and data flows for file, edit, and transformation tasks. In a team situation, s/he will have a leadership role and the responsibility for reviewing and directing the work of other programmers on the team, prepare resource estimates, and manage team assignments. Work closely with the technical project manager and clients to develop plans, schedules, and priorities and will concentrate on all technical aspects of the project. May work under very limited supervision. Is expected to take an active role in developing departmental policies and procedures. Required Experience/Skills: B.S. in information technology or related field (Master s degree is preferred), At least five years of progressively responsible experience with SAS, including complex data step and macro programming and Proc SQL required. Experience with data editing and cleaning, documentation of programs and procedures, efficient coding to deal with large quantities of data, building repeatable processes, and developing applications that integrate across multiple systems. MS SQL experience is desired. Exposure to data transformation (eg VB Script/DTS) or string-manipulation Scripting languages is preferred. Experience with formal testing processes a definite plus. Candidate must have strong analytical skills as well as strong communication skills and desire to work in a team environment. Familiarity in questionnaire data development in social science or marketing research is very desirable. Successful candidates are detail oriented, organized, and can juggle multiple tasks/projects with a minimum of supervision. Apply today and discover what thousands of other technology professionals have?Technisource is the right choice to advance your career! Required Skills: See job description To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

PMP Project Manager Change Management (1524 - 2284) in Chicago, IL

PMP Project Manager Change Management (1524 - 2284)8 Months Contract in Chicago, IL 60606Local candidates only eligible for this jobRate :- $55/Hr On W2Job Description :-Responsible for the coordination and completion of projects. Oversees all aspects of projects. Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors and summarizes progress of project. Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project. May require a bachelor's degree and at least 6 - 8 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Project Manager for the SAP Infrastructure team whichis responsible for hardware system (Basis) administration and SAP Security for both project and production suppport.Manage other project managers on the different releases:review and asssume responsibility for all project plans;assist with financial budgets (25%) of the team. There will be weekend work,holiday work,overtime depending on work requirements and implementations.Provide project management services to the Infrastructure managers,the group managers and the CTO as required. Develop presentations and spreadhseets for financial analysis as required.Skill Sets :-FinancePMP CertifiedSAPSpecial Projects Required Qualifications :-Certified Project Manager 8+yearsMicrosoft Project,Excel Powepoint 5+ years expManaged Large Infrastructure or SAP+Superb communication skillsTeamworks,teamplayer:customer servicesFamilar with SAP Projects/pfay 3+yearsfamilar with PepsiCo Change management 3+years Familar with One-Up Project 2+ YearsFamilar withinfrastructure basis & security administration 3+years exp Performed 'cutover'in prior rolesPlease send resume to To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Java/J2EE Developer in Chicago, IL

Job Description Iwork with the hiring managers at various client sites located aroundthe Chicago land area, and they are looking for Java Developers. If youare a Core Java, J2EE developer/engineer looking for a new contract,contract to hire, or permanent position please give me a call at and email me your resume at (see below) Required Qualifications Technical Skills: Java, Core Java, J2EE, client/server, Spring, Struts, Apache, Webserver, Hibernate, Required Education: NoneRequired Experience: 3-5 Years Details Industry: Insurance, Healthcare, Hospital, RetailJob type: Engineer/Developer/Java/ProgrammerEmployee type: Full-TimeBase pay: NegotiableManages others: NoRequired travel: NoneRelocation covered: Yes To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Storage Engineer ? Contract to Hire in Chicago, IL

We re in search of a Storage Engineer to join our client for a contract to hire role. This position will be with our client in downtown Chicago located very close to the Metra station. This company is in the financial services industry. No 3 rd party candidate can be considered for this opportunity. Salary range after transitioning from contract hourly to internal salaried employee will be in the $110K range with flexibility plus excellent benefits. Company is also located very close to the Metra stations. Job Summary: With minimal supervision responsible for the design, implementation and support of storage infrastructures for the corporate campus and field locations. Provides technical thought leadership for storage systems and is accountable to define, maintain, communicate, and implement standards consistent with established architecture and strategy. Responsible for the provisioning of complex storage environments. Additionally, responsible for the update of management information systems, including asset management, time tracking and other systems. This position is also required to mentor junior level engineers as well as provide second level support for complex issues, problems or projects. Required Experience/Skills: Storage Engineer (8yrs) Capacity Planning (8yrs)Performance Monitoring/Tuning (8yrs)3Par (formerly 3PARdata)HDS (Hitachi Data Systems)IBM DS (IBS Storage Disk systems)Cisco MDS 9000 Series Multilayer SAN Switches Desired Experience/Skills: Disaster RecoveryStorage Replication/MirroringCisco Fabric Manager Server Apply today and discover what thousands of other technology professionals have?Technisource is the right choice to advance your career! Required Skills: See job description To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Testing Lead-Chicago in Chicago, IL

For immediate consideration, please apply directly through our careers site: Overview: At ExcelaCom, we focus our efforts and resources on our client projects, from systems strategy to implementation and maintenance, which combined with our deep industry knowledge and technology expertise, create services that bring real value to our clients. At the heart of our strategy is the simple goal of business innovation and optimization. For our customers, this means we can deliver successful projects that concentrate on key IT goals and opportunities and deliver the greatest return on investment. ExcelaCom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We currently have an opening in Chicago for a Testing Lead with strong drive and experience in testing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in understanding business support system software within a telecom organization as well as software testing and leading a testing team. Responsibilities: Manage the onsite and offshore testing team Report of testing status to the client Create and lead test case creation based on client requirements documents Create and assist in execution of Test Cases Assist with defect creation, clarification, updating and maintenance within the defect tracking system Work with the client on test clarifications around requirements Qualifications: Demonstrate high level of written and oral communication in the English language 4 years test team leadership experience 4 years of experience with test planning, test case writing, test execution, issue tracking, metrics tracking and other QA processes and procedures Minimum of 4 years of experiences providing lead services to a client Minimum of 2 years working with offshore teams in India 1 years Test Director/defect tracking experience Can demonstrate the ability to facilitate conference calls and communicate test issues as well as troubleshooting Can demonstrate the ability to provide clear and detailed status on what has been executed for the day Can demonstrate the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment Can demonstrate creative problem-solving capabilities Can demonstrate the ability to work in teams as well as independently with little supervision Can demonstrate proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project For immediate consideration, please apply directly through our careers site: To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Litigation Support Case Manager in Chicago, IL

Litigation Support -Case ManagerALL SHIFTS (1st, 2nd, 3rd and Weekends)The individual will be a member of the Firm's Applied Technology Group, and have broad-ranging responsibilities relating to the Firm's Knowledge Management initiative, as well as the traditional litigation and practice support function.Requirements:A Bachelors degree and at least two years of Litigation Support experience working with law firms is preferred. Applicants should have broad, general computer knowledge and excellent problem solving and communication skills. Paralegal experience is a plus.Litigation Support Duties include:- Actively market services to attorneys and support staff;- Advise attorneys and support staff on effective application of technology to a variety of issues relating to the practice of law; - Conduct vendor screenings and manage requests for proposal for litigation support services according to firm standards;- Load and perform quality control checks on data and images received from outside vendors using in-house Concordance macro system;- Process files for electronic discovery using in-house Concordance macro system and Mobious HardCopyPro software;- Help identify unusual computer file types and explain them to non-technical users;- Process images for blowback/production using Opticon;- Burn and copy CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs;- Perform complex data conversion;- Help create training materials and documentation;- Provide project-specific attorney and support staff training;- Provide Concordance/Opticon support to the firm's Helpline and users;- Work with Chicago office to pilot new technologies;Knowledge Management Duties Include:- Assist in the data mining and management functions associated with the knowledge management program;- Help implement sample document categorization in Hummingbird DM (f/k/a PCDOCS) document management system;Client Extranet Duties Include:- Assist in the design, development and deployment of client extranets and other client-facing technologies;- Assist with client extranet administration in Onward's Portfolio product;- Assist with iConect administration;- Provide iConect support to clients;Prefer experience with:- CaseLogistix- Concordance/Opticon- iConect- Hummingbird DM (PC Docs)- Microsoft Access- Microsoft Excel- ASCII data formats- Basic HTML- CD-ROM burning- Macro programming (including Concordance, Access, SQL, VBA, Word)- Mobious HardCopyPro or DiscoveryCracker- General knowledge of a wide variety of computer applications.EDUCATION: Minimum Bachelor's Degree Required. Experience: see above To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Computer Systems Operations Apprentice in Chicago, IL

COMMUNICATIONS COMPUTER SYSTEMS OPERATIONS APPRENTICEAs a Communications Computer Systems Operations Apprentice you will work on microcomputer operations and repair. You will receive hands-on training on personal computers (PCs), communications equipment and local area networks (LANs). Additionally, you will learn how a computer processes information through the use of special-purpose software applications (word processing, spreadsheet development, database management), and how to safeguard classified information when sending and receiving messages via the Department of Defense's secure processing network.Benefits include:- Education assistance- Specialized Information Systems Technology training- 30-days of vacation with pay each year, starting with your first year- Comprehensive medical and dental care for you, your spouse and children- Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401K)- Low-cost life insurance- Tax-free housing and food allowances- Opportunity for regular promotions based on skills, abilities, time in service and time in grade- Excellent retirement program after 20 years of continuous serviceAll Air Force careers fields are based on qualifications and job availability.Do you want to learn more about this job? Please click "Apply" to request an info pack. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Business System Analyst in Chicago, IL

Proficient in developing Use Case Diagrams, Data Flow Diagrams, Class Diagrams using Rational Rose and MS Visio for business process for work-flow Gathering requirements Experience as a liaison between Business and Technology Should have over five years of experience as a Business Analyst working on RUP based projects and expertise on working with tools like Rational requisite Pro Should have experience analyzing functional requirements through the use of JAD sessions and modeling tools Should have experience creating UML Activity diagrams and Process Flow diagrams using Microsoft Visio. Prior experience working with the application development and QA teams to make sure they understand the business models and detailed user and functional requirements. Experience developing functional requirements Provide support to project team throughout the project life cycle, as required. Participate in the assessment of various technical design sessions to provide details during the development process and assure those detailed technical specifications match the business' functional specifications.. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Clinical Systems Application Coordinator/Specialist in Chicago, IL

Job Description Wework with several major hospitals and healthcare providers in theChicago land area. Our clients are consistently looking for Epic/Cerner/McKesson/IDX/Meditech professionals to assist with systemimplementation and application support, as well as project managementand systems engineering.You can reach me at 243-2675. Please send me your resume (see below) Thanks! -Dimple Patel Required Qualifications 2-4 years of application implementation and installation experience. Support experience a must. Experience with the initial phases of an implementation are especially valued, as well as any certifications. PMP certifications or secondary educational degrees are nice, although they are not required. Strong application configuration background either in healthcare or for other large software applications. Strong communication and influence skills. Both detail-oriented and able to see the big picture Strong detailed analytical thinking, problem solving and results oriented skills. Degree in Computer Science, Healthcare, or Engineering is preferred. RN's preferred. Required Education: 4 Year DegreeRequired Experience: 1-3 Years Details Industry: HealthcareJobtype: Application Coordinator/Support Analyst/Project Manager/Systems Engineering - Epic, Cerner, McKesson, IDX, or MeditechEmployee type: Full-TimeBase pay: 65-110KManages others: NoRequired travel: NoneRelocation covered: Yes To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Senior Executive Assistant in Chicago, IL

Job Title: Senior Executive Assistant Location: Chicago, Illinois Duration: 3 months LOOKING FOR A RECENT COLLEGE GRADUATE WITH SOME ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCEProduction Support: Answer all incoming phone calls and take messages when required Detailed calendar management including scheduling of all meetings, dinners etc. Prepare Loan Committee & Pre-Screen Packages Print route directions for meetings and travel Print and distribute daily pricing sheet and Investor memos Underwriting Support: Update Loan processing including uploading documents post closing Spread rent rolls and operating statements Request aerial photos and zoning letters Prepare paper trail reports Maintain the deposit and payment system; track invoices, process application deposits and initiate wire transfers if necessary Photocopying and scanning of all pertinent loan related documents Printing on letterhead General Office Support (Production & Underwriting): Arrange travel and process travel and entertainment expense reimbursements upon completion of trips Coordinate onsite department files and archives Sort and distribute mail Process fed ex packages Ensure office supplies/inventory are adequately maintained CORE COMPETENCIES: Must be able to work effectively in a very fast paced environment while maintaining composure Strong work ethic, team orientation, clear communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint Demonstrated writing skills, keen attention to detail and an aptitude for working with numbers Highly organized, must be able to prioritize in order to complete multiple tasks on schedule in a highly deadline driven environment Ability to problem-solve and exercise sound independent judgment while displaying a high degree of initiative and accuracy To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Hyperion BI Developer in Chicago, IL

We are looking for a Hyperion Development expert, that is self motivated and can drive forward a key development project. Required Skills: The Key requirements for this position are:- Hyperion BI Development experience- PL/SQL- Javascript- AccessRequirements - Experience with Hyperion Interactive Reporting (BRIO) and Hyperion Performance Suite with Hyperion Intelligence Designer/Explorer - Experience in design, analysis, development and implementation of various applications using Hyperion Intelligence - Experience in Relational Databases, Data warehousing (Hyperion/OLAP), Client-Server applications, and Oracle - Excellent coding skills in PL/SQL, Stored Procedures, Triggers and administering databases in Oracle - Effective Team Player, self-motivated, capable of adapting to new technology and possessing strong problem solving and analytical skills, excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. - Business Intelligence Tools: Hyperion BI 9.X, Production Reporting (SQR) and Hyperion Intelligence 8.3 (Brio) - RDBMS: Oracle 9i/8i, Db2 - Working with Technical and Business users - Testing and QA of the Hyperion implementation - Following implementation and change management procedures Must have the following: - Excellent communications skills - Detailed understanding of Hyperion NICE TO HAVE: - Languages: C, C , Java, Javascript, VBscript, Visual Basis, XML, HTML, SQL, PL/SQL, UNIX Shell Scripting Current references that can verify your Hyperion experience are required! This is not an entry level experience. Criminal background check and drug test are required. No subcontracting. Must be local to Chicago area. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

C Programmer with AS/400 in Chicago, IL

Our Client in Chicago is looking for Several C Programmers on an I-Series/AS 400 environment. Skills Required C I-series/AS 400 Trading Experience Java or Cobol experience a plus. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Helpdesk Analyst in Chicago, IL

Job Description Ifyou are interested please email me your resume (see below) to move forward. If you do not meet therequirements, but are an IT professional, I would still be happy toassist you in your job search! Required Qualifications Candidatemust have at least 6 months of professional helpdesk experienceincluding familiarity utilizing ticketing systems (ex. Remedy, Heat,Magic, SDE, etc.) This group consists of 13 technicians and 3 teamleads. The team supports a number of proprietary healthcareapplications as well as typical MS/OS and Office issues. Experience:-6 plus months of professional helpdesk experience, ideally with anunderstanding of hands on as well as phone-Ticketing system experience. The client uses Magic but anunderstanding of ticketing systems and what they do is all that isnecessary (Remedy, Heat, Magic, proprietary, etc )-Knowledge of support in MS OS (2000, XP), MS Office, and any otherapplications (proprietary or off the shelf ) Required Education: High SchoolRequired Experience: Details Industry: HealthcareJob type: Active Directory, Remedy, Microsoft Office, Helpdesk, Phone SupportEmployee type: Full-TimeBase pay: PermanentManages others: NoRequired travel: NoneRelocation covered: Yes To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Ongoing contract for an Access Developer in Chicago, IL

Our client downtown is currently seeing an Access Developer. The candidate will be developing, creating and manipulating data in an Access Database. Specifically, the candidate must have done this development with &#147;optional benefits.&#148; The candidate will be visiting our client's customers and making any changes required during the peek season for their employees. Because the client is a broker, they sell multiple brands of insurance, depending on the needs of the clients. Contractor will need to create an electronic bridge among all of the proprietary systems. All of the clients send electronic files of all of their employees and all of their personal data. Client takes that data file and runs it through their rules, creates test cases to make the data is manipulated correctly according to their rules. <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: Access experience required will be 3+ years & Excel 2+ years. The candidate must have experience manipulating databases and know Access formulas and some in Excel. They need to travel all over the nation, anywhere from 0-4 days a week. Should not be over 40 hours a week, but might sometimes be on weekends here and there. All travel pre-paid by company, candidates do not need to foot any expenses up front. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Litigation Support Case Manager in Chicago, IL

Litigation Support -Case ManagerALL SHIFTS (1st, 2nd, 3rd and Weekends)The individual will be a member of the Firm's Applied Technology Group, and have broad-ranging responsibilities relating to the Firm's Knowledge Management initiative, as well as the traditional litigation and practice support function.Requirements:A Bachelors degree and at least two years of Litigation Support experience working with law firms is preferred. Applicants should have broad, general computer knowledge and excellent problem solving and communication skills. Paralegal experience is a plus.Litigation Support Duties include:- Actively market services to attorneys and support staff;- Advise attorneys and support staff on effective application of technology to a variety of issues relating to the practice of law; - Conduct vendor screenings and manage requests for proposal for litigation support services according to firm standards;- Load and perform quality control checks on data and images received from outside vendors using in-house Concordance macro system;- Process files for electronic discovery using in-house Concordance macro system and Mobious HardCopyPro software;- Help identify unusual computer file types and explain them to non-technical users;- Process images for blowback/production using Opticon;- Burn and copy CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs;- Perform complex data conversion;- Help create training materials and documentation;- Provide project-specific attorney and support staff training;- Provide Concordance/Opticon support to the firm's Helpline and users;- Work with Chicago office to pilot new technologies;Knowledge Management Duties Include:- Assist in the data mining and management functions associated with the knowledge management program;- Help implement sample document categorization in Hummingbird DM (f/k/a PCDOCS) document management system;Client Extranet Duties Include:- Assist in the design, development and deployment of client extranets and other client-facing technologies;- Assist with client extranet administration in Onward's Portfolio product;- Assist with iConect administration;- Provide iConect support to clients;Prefer experience with:- CaseLogistix- Concordance/Opticon- iConect- Hummingbird DM (PC Docs)- Microsoft Access- Microsoft Excel- ASCII data formats- Basic HTML- CD-ROM burning- Macro programming (including Concordance, Access, SQL, VBA, Word)- Mobious HardCopyPro or DiscoveryCracker- General knowledge of a wide variety of computer applications.EDUCATION: Minimum Bachelor's Degree Required. Experience: see above To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Linux Ubuntu Desktop Support - CT-LNXDESK in Chicago, IL

Prestigious company located in Chicago's Loop is currently seeking a Linux Ubuntu Desktop Support Engineer. The Desktop Support Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing a Linux Workstation deployment solution. They will take an active role in mentor and training other members of the team on Linux technologies.Responsibilities: Provide end user support working on the internal trading floor and local exchanges Design and implement Linux Workstation deployment solution Stage and upgrade workstations, laptops, and Servers End user moves, adds, and changes User provisioning (user account, mobile e-mail device, e-mail, VPN, fax, phone, wiki, directory permissions) Test and deploy system updates to workstations and Servers Disaster recovery of workstations Documentation of support processes Strong experience supporting Linux required Strong Ubuntu skills are a plus. Must have extensive experience supporting desktops, mobile devices, and networks in a corporate environment Previous Active Directory user management experience required Experience working with end users in a trading environment preferred Previous Windows XP support experience preferred Previous experience supporting Office 2007 preferred Previous Mac OS support experience preferred To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Storage Engineer ? Contract to Hire in Chicago, IL

We re in search of a Storage Engineer to join our client for a contract to hire role. This position will be with our client in downtown Chicago located very close to the Metra station. This company is in the financial services industry. No 3 rd party candidate can be considered for this opportunity. Salary range after transitioning from contract hourly to internal salaried employee will be in the $110K range with flexibility plus excellent benefits. Company is also located very close to the Metra stations. Job Summary: With minimal supervision responsible for the design, implementation and support of storage infrastructures for the corporate campus and field locations. Provides technical thought leadership for storage systems and is accountable to define, maintain, communicate, and implement standards consistent with established architecture and strategy. Responsible for the provisioning of complex storage environments. Additionally, responsible for the update of management information systems, including asset management, time tracking and other systems. This position is also required to mentor junior level engineers as well as provide second level support for complex issues, problems or projects. Required Experience/Skills: Storage Engineer (8yrs) Capacity Planning (8yrs)Performance Monitoring/Tuning (8yrs)3Par (formerly 3PARdata)HDS (Hitachi Data Systems)IBM DS (IBS Storage Disk systems)Cisco MDS 9000 Series Multilayer SAN Switches Desired Experience/Skills: Disaster RecoveryStorage Replication/MirroringCisco Fabric Manager Server Apply today and discover what thousands of other technology professionals have?Technisource is the right choice to advance your career! Required Skills: See job description To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Java/J2EE Developer in Chicago, IL

Job Description Iwork with the hiring managers at various client sites located aroundthe Chicago land area, and they are looking for Java Developers. If youare a Core Java, J2EE developer/engineer looking for a new contract,contract to hire, or permanent position please give me a call at and email me your resume at (see below) Required Qualifications Technical Skills: Java, Core Java, J2EE, client/server, Spring, Struts, Apache, Webserver, Hibernate, Required Education: NoneRequired Experience: 3-5 Years Details Industry: Insurance, Healthcare, Hospital, RetailJob type: Engineer/Developer/Java/ProgrammerEmployee type: Full-TimeBase pay: NegotiableManages others: NoRequired travel: NoneRelocation covered: Yes To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Network Engineer III in Chicago, IL

Project Description:(What project will the contractor be working on?) Under general supervision of the Network Engineering Manager and/or more senior network engineers, serve as project staff in the engineering, design, implementation, management, and operations of the highly technical statewide network which includes backbone circuits, routers, switches, and POPs migrating to a converged network to include voice, video, data and other services. Job Description:(What will the contractor do on that project?) Position is responsible for the successful implementation and maintenance of network access, control, performance, and disaster recovery standards that directly impact employee and external constituents throughout the state. Provide support to Tier 1 and Tier 2 support staff in RTC and CSC. Resolve a diverse set of problems using problem-solving skills and diagnostic methods and tools. Successful performance ensures the high availability of network services to constituents that result in commercially-acceptable levels of user/customer satisfaction on a 24/7 platform. The Network Engineer 3 is responsible for: 1. 24/7 support of State of Illinois Network. 2. Provide phone support for all State of Illinois agencies. 3. Develop and implement methods and procedures as well as statewide policies. 4. Supervisory and lead field support for Tier 1 and/or Tier 2 staff. 5. Engineering router-based high-speed technology network transports to deliver application functionality 6. Evaluating and implements new network technologies. 7. Providing application-specific support (eg, telephony, video/audio) to other engineers, NOC and RTC support staff, and other team technical members as needed. 8. Providing technical and project management leadership on multiple components of a large project or a single complex component. 9. Developing effective communication with institutional representatives and state agency personnel to conduct studies, collect information, and convey analysis for support of senior management recommendations. 10. Perform program management and administration. 11. Other duties as assigned from time to time. 12. Cisco experience required (LAN/WAN). 13. Knowledge of telco services including MPLS and FRAME RELAY. 14. Familiar with Remedy asset inventory tools. 15. They will have 12 hour rotating shifts--7:00a.m. to 7:00p.m. or 7:00p.m. to 7:00a.m. Work 2-4 days (4 days at the most but not likely) averaging 1-2 days off. Work every other weekend or as needed. CCNA is not a required skill; however, if candidate is certified, please provide certification number. Skills Inventory Skill Experience Need 1) LAN/WAN Expert Required 2) MPLS Intermediate Required 3) Frame Relay Intermediate Required 5) Remedy asset inventory tools Expert Desired 6) Project management skills Intermediate Required 7) Leadership Expert Required 8) Customer Focus Expert Required 9) CCNA Expert Desired 10) Call Center Experience Expert Required Required Skills: Communications Skills,LAN/WAN,Project Management Expert,MPLS Networks To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Ongoing contract for an Access Developer in Chicago, IL

Our client downtown is currently seeing an Access Developer. The candidate will be developing, creating and manipulating data in an Access Database. Specifically, the candidate must have done this development with &#147;optional benefits.&#148; The candidate will be visiting our client's customers and making any changes required during the peek season for their employees. Because the client is a broker, they sell multiple brands of insurance, depending on the needs of the clients. Contractor will need to create an electronic bridge among all of the proprietary systems. All of the clients send electronic files of all of their employees and all of their personal data. Client takes that data file and runs it through their rules, creates test cases to make the data is manipulated correctly according to their rules. <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: Access experience required will be 3+ years & Excel 2+ years. The candidate must have experience manipulating databases and know Access formulas and some in Excel. They need to travel all over the nation, anywhere from 0-4 days a week. Should not be over 40 hours a week, but might sometimes be on weekends here and there. All travel pre-paid by company, candidates do not need to foot any expenses up front. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr. Quality Assurance with Trade Clearing Domain knowledge - 6063 in Chicago, IL

Title:       Sr. Quality Assurance with Trade Clearing Domain knowledgeSkills:     6 years of Quality Assurance in the Financial Sector with domain knowledge of the "Trade Clearing Process", Mercury Suite of tools including QTPDate:     5-12-2009Location:     Chicago, ILArea code:     312Tax term:     CON_CORP CON_IND CON_W2Pay rate:     DOE: Market RateLength:     6 month Position ID:     6063Needed: Senior QA (Quality Assurance) Analyst with domain knowledge of the Financial Clearing processes for: Securities, Futures, Commodities and OTC markets.Horizon Technology Partners has an immediate opening for a Sr. Quality Assurance Analyst with domain knowledge of the trade clearing process. Your skills are needed to assist a direct client located in downtown Chicago, IL with testing their new clearing infrastructure. We are only interested in Senior QA Analyst with strong QA background in the financial clearing sector. To qualify, candidates must have knowledge in all stages of the software development life cycle: Requirement gathering, design, development and implementation. You must also have solid interpersonal skills and be resourceful in order to participate in the software development process.Activities will include:- Work with business teams to clarify requirements and business needs.- Develop system test plans, ensure that software quality assurance (SQA) standards are met and validate that business goals are accomplished.- Create and maintains test plans, testing schedule.- Design, develop, execute and maintain automated test scripts using Mercury Interactive Quick Test Professional- Work with development and user community to define and develop testing requirements to validate software solutions were built to specifications.- Review functional requirements and design specifications and create testable requirements to ensure testability- Provide on the job training to coworkers on test automation tools and utilities.- Complete projects/tasks on a timely basis, according to commitments made to stakeholders and management.Qualifications:- 6 years of Quality Assurance in the Financial Sector with domain knowledge of the "Trade Clearing Process"- Solid understanding of QA/test processes and automation frameworks.- Through knowledge of descriptive programming using QuickTest Professional (QTP)- 3 years in automation development using QuickTest Pro.- Must possess a self-starter, self-motivated mindset -Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills with problem-solving ability.- Excellent team player.- Experience with system development life-cycle methodologies.- Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.- Defect tracking system Experience.- Testing experience in a Java environment- Candidate must have business application software testing experience in a Web based environmentInterested candidates should forward their resumes to: (see below) Shaun KirkwoodHorizon Technology Partners, Inc1250 W Northwest HighwaySuite 200Palatine, IL 60067Phone:      202-3242 ext: 106Web:      To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Consultant - Great downtown Chicago Location in Chicago, IL

Immediate need for consultant seeking easy access off expressway, convenient downtown location, and professional environment. Experience with ADP V5 Enterprise System, possesses a strong knowledge of all Nas products, and technical experience using SQL and data imports will be keys to success in this prestigious, well-known organization. Will be responsible for analyze payroll, benefits and human resource policies, responsible for project scope discipline and preventing project timeline slippage, and presenting the functional analysis results to the client. Apply for this great position as a consultant today! To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Oracle Financials R12 Programme Manager, USA in Chicago, IL

Oracle Financial R12 Programme/Project Manager, USA, Urgent SUMMARY: Client is looking for an Oracle Financials IT Project Manager to manage the delivery of the Oracle E-business Suite Release 12 application and supporting technology integration services for the replacement of the current applications that supports Back Office financial accounting. RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage the implementation of Oracle Financials R12 globally Co-ordinate multiple stakeholders (business, vendors, IT, PMO) to ensure successful delivery of the program Provide detailed status reporting to steering committee on project progress Provide strong leadership across all aspects of the project The scope of this project will include the implementation of the Financial Services Accounting Hub (FSAH), General Ledger (in conjunction with Sub-Ledger Accounting), and Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Fixed Assets modules from the Oracle E-business Suite. The implementation of the Oracle General Ledger module will also include consolidations performed at a global level under international financial reporting standards. REQUIRED SKILLS: Proven ability to deliver large global systems integration projects with Oracle E-business Suite Release 12. Experience with the technical architecture required to host selected software solution. Previous experience with Global technical implementation project delivery. Strong knowledge of Oracle E-business Suite (release 12 is desirable, release 11 is considered essential) Strong financial background with a detailed understanding of accounting processes in the financial brokerage industry (financial qualifications are desirable) Strong knowledge of the overall global broking and/or investment banking environment Effective global project management skills including the ability to plan, organize, prioritize and balance complex and multiple tasks, stakeholders and projects to ensure target dates and goals are delivered. A proven track record of leadership delivering an organized and structured approach to projects. Leadership capability with a proven ability to define and shape complex projects in the Finance area Strong management skills with the ability to influence and lead initiatives within the company and manage and motivate teams towards shared goals. Strong negotiator with an understanding of working with multiple partners in achievement of objectives. A creative, strategic thinker with a very strong practical viewpoint Excellent communication skills with the ability to co-ordinate the production of concise and clear project status updates to key stakeholders Well organized and able to solve complex problems at a detailed level Delivery focused The ability to travel globally. DESIRED SKILLS: French language skills desirable EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Science or equivalent MBA preferred Oracle R12 Financials. Oracle Project manager. Oracle Programme Manager. Oracle Program/Project manager To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Linux Support Engineer (Ubuntu) - KL-linux in Chicago, IL

Duties: Designing and implementing a Linux Workstation deployment solution End user support Stage and upgrade workstations, laptops and Servers End user moves, adds and changes User provisioning (user account, mobile email device, email, VPN) Test and deploy system updates Disaster recovery Documentation Requirements: Prior experience supporting Linux Strong Ubuntu skills Experience supporting desktops, mobile devices and networks Active Directory experience required Windows XP support desired Mac OS support desired Previous experience in a trading firm desired BS Degree preferred To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Program/Project Manager in Chicago, IL

Program/Project Manager, Chicago , IL Will serve as an Enterprise Project Manager for 9 month plus contract. Duties include: Transition of the Web hosting provider Implementation of a single sign-on (SSO) solution, including the development and launch of a new member portal Implementation of a Website Content Management System (CMS), including the conversion from a static HTML Website Will work with technical leads; external vendor staff and business staff to plan, schedule, and execute the tasks required to meet the project objectives. This person is responsible for overall coordination, status reporting and stability of complex and cross-functional project oriented work efforts. This large effort will require a seasoned PM who will work with multiple stakeholders in a Matrix environment. Will adhere to standard project management processes and methodologies. Will be responsible for tracking key project milestones and adjusting project plans and/or resources to meet the needs of customers. Will also identify and prioritize opportunities for utilizing IT to achieve the goals of the enterprise. It is important this PM provide clear direction, coaching, and support to staff in order to manage the day-to-day activities of projects and staff in a highly-matrixed environment. To accomplish this, the PM will manage physical, financial and human capital resources, consider budget and cost implication as well as risk implications of project decisions. It will be important for this PM to put in place, use, and refine standard project management practices and tools necessary to manage projects during execution including risks, issues, and changes. Ensure that project requirements are documented and maintained, as needed, throughout this project. Will ensure that all project-related documents have been completed and archived; that deliverables are on schedule and within specification and budget for this project. This PM will also provide regular updates on the project management and project team and external vendors. The PM will need to identify project dependencies and escalate larger project issues and risks, as needed, for resolution through the appropriate channels. Participate in recurring status meetings with the project team and external vendors. The PM will serve as the prime meeting coordinator and work closely with the team to resolve project-related issues. Providing deliverables such as Project Charter, Project Plan(s), Quality Assurance Plan(s), Project Schedule(s), Resource Plan(s), Communication Plan(s), Test Plan(s), Implementation Plan(s) Requirements include: Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration or equivalent work experience in similar work environment. At least 7 years of IT work experience, including four or more years progressive responsibility managing multiple small-to-large complex projects in a cross-functional environment. Requires prior supervisory or team leader experience. Extensive knowledge in the use of Project Management methodologies and iterative development methodologies and tools (preferably RUP). Strong team-oriented interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to develop and maintain key relationships to achieve business objectives is essential. Demonstrated ability to build consensus for business results. Demonstrated presentation skills. Understanding of human resources policies and practices as well as change management techniques. Familiarity with resource estimations methodologies, risk management, budget management and demand management. Excellent PC skills with strong work experience using MS Office, including MS Project, MS Visio and MS PowerPoint Must be highly motivated, problem solver, and a results-oriented Project Manager Must have system development life cycle support experience Desired skills include: Experience with previous Web portal development PMP and ITIL certifications Insurance/health industry background Microsoft SharePoint PLEASE INCLUDE HOURLY RATE HISTORY AND REQUIREMENT PLEASE USE REFERENCE #050902 To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Linux Ubuntu Desktop Support - CT-LNXDESK in Chicago, IL

Prestigious company located in Chicago's Loop is currently seeking a Linux Ubuntu Desktop Support Engineer. The Desktop Support Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing a Linux Workstation deployment solution. They will take an active role in mentor and training other members of the team on Linux technologies.Responsibilities: Provide end user support working on the internal trading floor and local exchanges Design and implement Linux Workstation deployment solution Stage and upgrade workstations, laptops, and Servers End user moves, adds, and changes User provisioning (user account, mobile e-mail device, e-mail, VPN, fax, phone, wiki, directory permissions) Test and deploy system updates to workstations and Servers Disaster recovery of workstations Documentation of support processes Strong experience supporting Linux required Strong Ubuntu skills are a plus. Must have extensive experience supporting desktops, mobile devices, and networks in a corporate environment Previous Active Directory user management experience required Experience working with end users in a trading environment preferred Previous Windows XP support experience preferred Previous experience supporting Office 2007 preferred Previous Mac OS support experience preferred To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Trade Desk Analyst - NEEDED NOW! - 69681.749738 in Chicago, IL

WHY WAIT?Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity?This may be your lucky day!It is time for a change, and CDI can help!We have an immediate need for a Trade Desk Analyst Job Description: This position has primary responsibility for monitoring and support of trading system applications and exchanges including issue resolution, tracking and status reporting over European hours. The hours for this position will be from 12:00 am - 9:00 am. Position will solve complex problems that require both technical and business understanding. The candidate will work with traders, Back Office, exchanges, and developers to investigate and solve system issues and participate in business analysis. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Monitor trading systems and exchange/venues Research latent orders and liaise with trading exchanges and venues Reconcile trades and position breaks Identify, troubleshoot and respond to emergency situations impacting traders and/or exchanges Collaborate with Risk Management and Technical Services for production support Interact directly with traders to troubleshoot problems Participate in application release deployments Participate in change control procedures for rollout from development to production Cooperate with System Administrators to assist with forecasting system utilization Author process and procedure documentation Exhibit solid organizational skills Participate in and lead projects Participate in weekend training sessions KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Demonstrated audit, problem solving and analytical skills Shell Scripting, Perl, Python or other programming languages Knowledge of TCP/IP Networking and troubleshooting Familiar with trading process including Back Office systems, Front End clearing systems and order entry systems Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer service orientation Superior Microsoft Access, Excel, and word knowledge Ability to work independently Knowledge of financial terminology Effective communication skills Ability to handle a fast paced environment Excellent verbal and written skills EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems or equivalent work experience Experience working with order entry systems and policies and procedures of various exchanges. Previous experience with TCP/IP Networking in a Linux or Unix environment Minimum 2-3 years experience administering proprietary applications in a Linux/Windows environment Experience supporting proprietary developed applications Previous Scripting experience with Bash and Perl Minimum of 2-3 years of IT or application support experience working in financial services or electronic trading environment. TAKE ACTION!Why wait another day?It is time to act!Apply NOW and join the CDI Team TODAY! To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Manager, Business Consulting - Retail in Chicago, IL

MANAGER, BUSINESS CONSULTING - RETAIL SEE THINGS DIFFERENTLY. We are Sapient. Since 1990, we have partnered with some of the world’s most recognized brands, and - by harnessing the power of both creativity and technology - helped them achieve success at a rate nearly three times the industry average. Our commitment to our clients is renowned, our passion for delivering exceptional value unparalleled. Sapient is looking for individuals who want to make a difference. We are inventors, rule-breakers and catalysts, and the work we do changes lives. Our environment fosters growth and creativity, demands openness and client-focused delivery, and celebrates initiative and risk-taking. Does this speak to you? Then whether you’re fluent in the language of HTML, strategy, Java, or consumer research, we invite you to bring your talents and passion to Sapient. Manager, Business Consulting - Retail Job Summary: A Manager of Business Consulting in Digital Commerce Strategy leads the development of innovative strategies to improve business performance for Sapient’s Global Commerce clients. This individual will work on projects to develop eCommerce business, operating, and IT strategies. The focus of work includes three key areas: Commerce Business Problem Solving – You tackle our clients’ toughest business problems by leveraging Sapient’s research and business assessment capabilities to define the problem and identify innovative solutions. Informed Commerce Business Decision Making – You bring rigor to the client decision-making process by conducting detailed financial analyses, presenting solution options, and driving consensus among key stakeholders. Commerce Solution Planning – You define, scope and plan new solutions for clients, including determining how to measure business results, modeling business processes, gathering business requirements, and identifying the organizational changes required to realize the benefits of the solution. Primary Responsibilities: Drive Commerce strategy engagements including: o Merchandising strategy o Process redesign and process mapping for front-end retail solutions o Related brand and marketing strategies Acquisition demand generation strategies and measurement Retention strategies and analysis Customer analytics and reporting (cross-channel) Personalization Pricing strategies o Globalization strategies o Affiliate programs o Vendor relations (Sterling Commerce, Retek and/or Manhattan Associates) o Enabling eCommerce and marketing technologies. Lead the gathering and prioritization of business requirements based upon Commerce business needs, user needs and technology capabilities Review, document and assess client Commerce operations and technology Develop and apply conceptual frameworks and analytical approaches Stay current on key players and trends in the ecommerce industry and leverage this information appropriately Coordinate and execute customer, vendor, market analyst, and client interviews, using qualitative and quantitative methods as appropriate, including ethnographic research, in-context interviews, facilitated work sessions, focus groups, and surveys Conduct primary and secondary research, data collection and market/competitor analyses Perform financial analysis and develop business cases Develop and present solutions and recommendations Facilitate meetings, working sessions and workshops Create strong working relationships with clients in business and IT roles Support business development activities including client proposals Stay on top of best practices in multi-channel retailing Contribute to thought leadership through white papers and conference speaking engagements Experience Guidelines: 5-8 years of relevant work experience with and online retailer; business analysis and consulting experience is a plus (ideally in eCommerce, marketing, merchandising, or operations) Critical eye in process redesign and process mapping for front-end retail solutions Understanding of marketing, merchandising, pricing solutions for the end customer Experience with POS or Order Management systems such as Sterling Commerce, Retek and/or Manhattan Associates Knowledge of retail industry best practices Creativity with an eye to developing requirements for new and innovative commerce solutions Strong problem identification and analytical skills Ability to effectively interact with senior clients Experience working across organizations Lead primary and secondary research & analysis Financial analysis and business case development Experience leading teams and motivating others to take action Ability to structure and plan large projects/programs; Understands project lifecycle New business opportunity identification Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to create & deliver clear, powerful & concise presentations/proposals Ability to plan and manage time and resources, establish priorities and meet goals Highly proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project Significant travel may be required as much of the work is done at the client site. Education: Ideal candidate will have an MBA or advanced degree in a relevant research discipline. About Sapient: Sapient, a global services firm, helps clients compete, evolve and grow in an increasingly complex marketplace. We operate two groups—Sapient Interactive and Sapient Consulting—positioned at the intersection of marketing, business and technology. Sapient Interactive provides brand and marketing strategy, award-winning creative work, web design and development and emerging media expertise. Sapient Consulting provides business and IT strategy, process and systems design, package implementation and custom development, as well as outsourcing services such as testing, maintenance and support. Our passion for client success—evidenced by our ability to foster collaboration, drive innovation and solve challenging problems—is the subject of case studies on leadership and organizational behavior used by MBA students at both Harvard and Yale. Leading clients, including BP, Essent Energie, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, Sony Electronics and Verizon, rely on our unique approach to drive growth and market momentum. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Sapient operates across North America, Europe and India. For more information, please visit . Sapient is a registered service mark of Sapient Corporation. Sapient is an Equal Opportunity Employer *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Lawson Consultants - Nationwide Opportunities in Chicago, IL

Affiliated Computer Services, Inc. (ACS) is expertise in action! We are a FORTUNE 500 company with 74,000 employees worldwide supporting client operations reaching more than 100 countries. We provide business process outsourcing and information technology solutions to world-class commercial and government clients. Our employees operate with integrity, and are flexible, reliable and responsive. If you meet the requirements of this position and want to work for a world-class company with a great marketplace reputation, apply today. ACS Healthcare Solutions () Financial Services and Systems has nationwide opportunities for professionals who possess technical, application, and project management experience with Lawson applications. We Provide: -Competitive salary plus bonus plan. -Medical benefits. -Vacation, floating holidays and sick days. -Stock option purchase plan and 401k. -Tuition Reimbursement. -Outstanding professional growth. ACS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not Discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, or sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance. People with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or compete for employment with ACS may request such accommodations by calling or by sending an e-mail to accommodations@acs-. Experience: Preferred Qualification: - Expert knowledge of one or more Lawson applications (Finance, Supply Chain, Human Capital Management) from a technical and functional perspective in release 8.x and/or 9.x. - Experience in Lawson System Administration, Security Administration, Custom Programming Development, Conversions Development, Process Flow Development, Maintaining Standard Lawson Code (either in COBOL or JavaScript), on-site customer training at healthcare clients. - Experience in the utilization of relational databases such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL or IBM DB2. - Good working knowledge of desktop applications such as MS-Office, and MS Project. - Solid communication skills, both oral and written. - Strong experience in developing client presentations, project plans, status reports and documentation. - Project Management experience is a plus. - Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent work experience. - Travel is required; however, relocation is not. Consultants travel to the client during the week and home for the weekends and holidays. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

EDI Coordinator in Chicago, IL

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: EDI Coordinator/Programmer Reports To: Director of Management Information Systems Principal Objective: The EDI Coordinator is an important position in the IT department. Therefore, it is necessary that this individual is self-motivated, completion oriented, able to handle pressure and work well with others. Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that gets along with customers, clients, co-workers and supervisors.Duties and Responsibilities: The following is a list of specific duties that are considered to be essential functions of this job. This list is not exhaustive, as all positions at the company are dynamic. This is consistent with our need to be flexible and responsive to the needs of our customers. The employee who occupies this position is expected to assume any/all duties assigned by management, irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in this list. While an effort is made to thoroughly describe the customary manner in which this job is performed, reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities who may not be able to perform this job in the manner indicated. AS400 operations. Analyze EDI trading partner requirements and specifications. Set up and test trading partners and transactions. Administer and support EDI processes and scheduling. Work directly with end-users and trading partners. Develop custom data conversions and translations. Coordinate Value Added Network interconnects. Monitor EDI usage and performance. Assist in problem resolution and troubleshooting. Maintenance of current applications and files. Contacts: Internally: All Departments within the company. Externally: Vendors, Customers, and Distribution Centers Desirable Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience, along with 2 years of AS/400 application system development experience is required. Organizational and prioritization skills are necessary to accomplish day-to-day tasks. Must possess good written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to be self-guided. Working Knowledge: Working knowledge of Micro-Soft Windows and supported software such as Word and Excel required. AS/400 operations, proficient use of translator application, customer service and clerical experience is needed. Working knowledge of EDI standards, including ANSI X12, Client Access, Query 400 and Sterling Commerce Global Network are necessary. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

QA Engineer - NEEDED NOW!! in Chicago, IL

WHY WAIT? Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? This may be your lucky day! It is time for a change, and CDI can help! We have an immediate need for a QA Engineer JOB DESCRIPTION Job Description: Job Description: The individual in this role will be responsible for testing sophisticated, highly scalable and multi tiered applications for a trading group. This hands on role will work on high performance infrastructure and client libraries. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Develop and maintain test scripts and test cases for all applications and services released by development - Work closely with current in-house C++ library code base - Work closely with the QA Lead to optimize testing process - Coordinate and build test harnesses and scripts for automated testing - Discover and investigate reported software bugs - Work with developers and traders to identify testing needs for trading system - Manage multiple testing projects and scheduling of testing efforts - Develop and maintain quality metrics KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS - 2+ Years of C++ programming experience - 2+ Years of testing financial trading systems - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Detailed oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Computer programming skills using C++ in a Linux environment - Experienced in developing test scripts and harnesses using Perl or equivalent - Experienced with Multithreaded programming - Proven track record in quality assurance working with large, complex software applications with high performance, scalability, & reliability demands - Clear understanding of basic software development and testing processes - Confident team player motivated by a fast-paced environment - Bachelor degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE: - Financial industry experience required - Bachelors degree in Computer Science or other technical field of study - 2+ years experience of testing financial trading systems - 4+ years experience working in a software development environment - Experience working with order entry systems and policies and procedures of various exchanges. - Previous experience with TCP/IP networking in a Linux or Unix environment - Minimum 2-3 years experience administering proprietary applications in a Linux / Windows environment - Experience supporting proprietary developed applications - Previous scripting experience with Bash and Perl - Minimum of 2-3 years of IT or application support experience working in financial services or electronic trading environment. TAKE ACTION! Why wait another day? It is time to act! Apply NOW and join the CDI Team TODAY!!! To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

UI Application Developer - NEEDED NOW! - 69683.749738 in Chicago, IL

WHY WAIT?Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity?This may be your lucky day!It is time for a change, and CDI can help!We have an immediate need for a UI Application DeveloperJOB DESCRIPTION:This individual will be part of a core development group that is responsible for developing and maintaining highly scalable, multi-tiered trading applications and infrastructure. This hands on role will work with traders and developers to design and build Real Time trading applications and tools Design, develop, and support Real Time Windows trading applications Design, develop, and support UI tools for configuration management, risk management, and application monitoring Gather and document user requirements/features Define unit and acceptance tests for applications Stay abreast of advances in technology Candidate Qualifications: Strong communication and leadership skills Computer programming skills using C in a Windows environment Working knowledge of TCP protocol and pub/sub Middleware Experience with Multithreaded programming Experience with MFC a plus Experience with exchange connectivity a plus Analytical and problem solving skills Knowledge of operating systems and networks Confident team player motivated by a fast paced environment. Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or its equivalent. At least five years hands-on development experience TAKE ACTION!Why wait another day?It is time to act!Apply NOW and join the CDI Team TODAY! To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Consultant in CHICAGO, IL

Our client is searching for a CPA to join their team and conduct investigations. The Consultant will be responsible for conducting research for projects and providing management with memos of findings. A strong technical knowledge is desired with research skills. Desire to progress in your career and learn! If you are interested and meet the below requirements, please submit your resume directly to or call and ask for Melissa Ralston at 312.616.8200. Experience: 3-5 Years of experience in a Public Accounting firm or Litigation Consulting Firm, Excellent Communication and Writing Skills, CPA/CFE To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Trade Desk Analyst - NEEDED NOW!! in Chicago, IL

WHY WAIT? Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? This may be your lucky day! It is time for a change, and CDI can help! We have an immediate need for a Trade Desk Analyst JOB DESCRIPTION Job Description: This position has primary responsibility for monitoring and support of trading system applications and exchanges including issue resolution, tracking and status reporting over European hours. The hours for this position will be from 12:00 am - 9:00 am. Position will solve complex problems that require both technical and business understanding. The candidate will work with traders, back-office, exchanges, and developers to investigate and solve system issues and participate in business analysis. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Monitor trading systems and exchange/venues - Research latent orders and liaise with trading exchanges and venues - Reconcile trades and position breaks - Identify, troubleshoot and respond to emergency situations impacting traders and/or exchanges - Collaborate with Risk Management and Technical Services for production support - Interact directly with traders to troubleshoot problems - Participate in application release deployments - Participate in change control procedures for rollout from development to production - Cooperate with System Administrators to assist with forecasting system utilization - Author process and procedure documentation - Exhibit solid organizational skills - Participate in and lead projects - Participate in weekend training sessions KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: - Demonstrated audit, problem solving and analytical skills - Shell scripting, Perl, Python or other programming languages - Knowledge of TCP/IP networking and troubleshooting - Familiar with trading process including back office systems, front-end clearing systems and order entry systems - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer service orientation - Superior Microsoft Access, Excel, and word knowledge - Ability to work independently - Knowledge of financial terminology - Effective communication skills - Ability to handle a fast paced environment - Excellent verbal and written skills EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE: - Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems or equivalent work experience - Experience working with order entry systems and policies and procedures of various exchanges. - Previous experience with TCP/IP networking in a Linux or Unix environment - Minimum 2-3 years experience administering proprietary applications in a Linux / Windows environment - Experience supporting proprietary developed applications - Previous scripting experience with Bash and Perl - Minimum of 2-3 years of IT or application support experience working in financial services or electronic trading environment. TAKE ACTION! Why wait another day? It is time to act! Apply NOW and join the CDI Team TODAY!!! To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Oracle Financial IT Project Manager - Contract in Chicago, IL

Oracle Financial IT Project Manager - Contractor Title: Oracle Financial IT Project Manager Location: Chicago Duration: 18 - 24 months Rate: $55/hr- $65/hr SUMMARY: Oracle Financials IT Project Manager to manage the delivery of the Oracle E-business Suite Release 12 application and supporting technology integration services for the replacement of the current applications that supports Back Office financial accounting. RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage the implementation of Oracle Financials r12 globally Co-ordinate multiple stakeholders (business, vendors, IT, PMO) to ensure successful delivery of the program Provide detailed status reporting to steering committee on project progress Provide strong leadership across all aspects of the project The scope of this project will include the implementation of the Financial Services Accounting Hub (FSAH), General Ledger (in conjunction with Sub-Ledger Accounting), and Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Fixed Assets modules from the Oracle E-business Suite. The implementation of the Oracle General Ledger module will also include consolidations performed at a global level under international financial reporting standards. REQUIRED SKILLS: Need of a Senior Consultant/IT Project Manager who has done Oracle Financials implementations on a Global level. Proven ability to deliver large global systems integration projects with Oracle E-business Suite Release 12. Oracle 11 experience is a must. Experience with the technical architecture required to host selected software solution. Previous experience with Global technical implementation project delivery. Strong knowledge of Oracle E-business Suite (release 12 is desirable, release 11 is considered essential) Strong financial background with a detailed understanding of accounting processes in the financial brokerage industry (financial qualifications are desirable) Strong knowledge of the overall global broking and/or investment banking environment Effective global project management skills including the ability to plan, organize, prioritize and balance complex and multiple tasks, stakeholders and projects to ensure target dates and goals are delivered. A proven track record of leadership delivering an organized and structured approach to projects. Leadership capability with a proven ability to define and shape complex projects in the Finance area Strong management skills with the ability to influence and lead initiatives within the company and manage and motivate teams towards shared goals. Strong negotiator with an understanding of working with multiple partners in achievement of objectives. A creative, strategic thinker with a very strong practical viewpoint Excellent communication skills with the ability to co-ordinate the production of concise and clear project status updates to key stakeholders Well organized and able to solve complex problems at a detailed level Delivery focused The ability to travel globally. DESIRED SKILLS: French language skills desirable EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Science or equivalent MBA preferred To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Contract for SQL DBA in Chicago, IL

Our client downtown is seeking a SQL DBA for software and applications that were created onsite. The candidate will provide system administration duties such as; monitoring, maintenance, documentation, validation and any enhancements required. Consulting with internal staff & vendors will also be required of the DBA to determine best practices for the environment. Other duties will include, but not limited to; requesting changes, updates and modifications to database structure and data & ensuring database system availability. <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: The candidate should have 5+ years experience as a SQL DBA. The candidate should have SQL 2000 & 2005, clustering experience, log shipping, replication, DTS, SSIS, experience writing complex queries and stored procedures. Database migration experience, back-up tuning, production support scripting, performance tuning, PeopleSoft support, DB2 and UBD a plus. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

TSM Administrator - NEEDED NOW!! in Chicago, IL

WHY WAIT? Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? This may be your lucky day! It is time for a change, and CDI can help! We have an immediate need for a TSM Administrator. JOB DESCRIPTION: -TSM Administration, Steady State Support -Storage Management (Backup and Restore) Job Description Accountable for maintaining a large Enterprise Backup environment. Responsible for Starting and running backup/restore applications on the system, monitoring job results, Troubleshooting problems, metrics and testing of procedural documentation. An effective team member must be a highly motivated, self-sufficient person who not only Understands technology, but can understand the big picture and must be an excellent communicator and process driven. Skills and Knowledge: 1. Experience with Storage Products, specifically TSM in a large enterprise distributed environment. 2. Experience configuring/problem determination of backups for Windows, HP UX, Unix and AIX. 3. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. 4. Handling customer requests such as data restores, setting up new backup schedules. 5. Experience with client and server configurations. 6. System Administration background including network experience as required. 7. Excellent problem resolution skills. 8. Able to be in the on-call rotation: mandatory requirement. 9. Follow and adhere to all processes, in particular, problem and change. Special Skill Requirements: TSM, AIX, Windows, Unix TAKE ACTION! Why wait another day? It is time to act! Apply NOW and join the CDI Team TODAY!!! To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

UI Application Developer - NEEDED NOW!! in Chicago, IL

WHY WAIT? Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? This may be your lucky day! It is time for a change, and CDI can help! We have an immediate need for a UI Application Developer JOB DESCRIPTION Job Description: This individual will be part of a core development group that is responsible for developing and maintaining highly scalable, multi-tiered trading applications and infrastructure. This hands on role will work with traders and developers to design and build real-time trading applications and tools - Design, develop, and support real-time windows trading applications - Design, develop, and support UI tools for configuration management, risk management, and application monitoring - Gather and document user requirements/features - Define unit and acceptance tests for applications - Stay abreast of advances in technology Candidate Qualifications: - Strong communication and leadership skills - Computer programming skills using C++ in a Windows environment - Working knowledge of TCP protocol and pub/sub middleware - Experience with Multithreaded programming - Experience with MFC a plus - Experience with exchange connectivity a plus - Analytical and problem solving skills - Knowledge of operating systems and networks - Confident team player motivated by a fast paced environment. - Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or its equivalent. - At least five years hands-on development experience TAKE ACTION! Why wait another day? It is time to act! Apply NOW and join the CDI Team TODAY!!! To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

QA Engineer - NEEDED NOW! - 69682.749738 in Chicago, IL

WHY WAIT?Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity?This may be your lucky day!It is time for a change, and CDI can help!We have an immediate need for a QA Engineer JOB DESCRIPTIONThe individual in this role will be responsible for testing sophisticated, highly scalable and multi tiered applications for a trading group. This hands on role will work on high performance infrastructure and client libraries. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and maintain test scripts and test cases for all applications and services released by development Work closely with current in-house C library code base Work closely with the QA Lead to optimize testing process Coordinate and build test harnesses and scripts for automated testing Discover and investigate reported software bugs Work with developers and traders to identify testing needs for trading system Manage multiple testing projects and scheduling of testing efforts Develop and maintain quality metrics KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 2 Years of C programming experience 2 Years of testing financial trading systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Detailed oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills Computer programming skills using C in a Linux environment Experienced in developing test scripts and harnesses using Perl or equivalent Experienced with Multithreaded programming Proven track record in quality assurance working with large, complex software applications with high performance, scalability, & reliability demands Clear understanding of basic software development and testing processes Confident team player motivated by a fast-paced environment Bachelor degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE: Financial industry experience required Bachelors degree in Computer Science or other technical field of study 2 years experience of testing financial trading systems 4 years experience working in a software development environment Experience working with order entry systems and policies and procedures of various exchanges. Previous experience with TCP/IP Networking in a Linux or Unix environment Minimum 2-3 years experience administering proprietary applications in a Linux/Windows environment Experience supporting proprietary developed applications Previous Scripting experience with Bash and Perl Minimum of 2-3 years of IT or application support experience working in financial services or electronic trading environment. TAKE ACTION!Why wait another day?It is time to act!Apply NOW and join the CDI Team TODAY!QA Engineer - NEEDED NOW! To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

(PHARMA) Manager of Applications Development in Chicago, IL

I am currently looking for a Director of Application Development from the Pharmaceutical Industry. You will be responsible for application development, forecasting, and develop best practices for the organization. If you are an entrepreneur that has a pharmaceutical background, please submit your resume to or call 312.616.7974. Experience: Candidate MUST have a Pharmaceutical background with at least 5+ years in a management position. Must have a BS/BA in relevant field, MS or PMP certification is advantageous. Candidate should be exposed to the full SDLC, and expert level with MS Office. You must have excellent communication both verbal and written. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

CISCO IPT Phone deployment (Job #9481) in Chicago, IL

SMARTSOURCE is in need of 8 resources starting May 26th in Downtown Chicago, Michigan Avenue for a week Job type: project Duration: 1 week Normal business hours Candidates must have hands-on experience with setting up Cisco IPT Phones and, more importantly, the ability to do end user training and troubleshooting. Certifications are not required but you must have proven experience. Requirements: Good customer service skills Cisco phone setup and end user configuration experience End user phone training experience (one on one, not classroom training) To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Reporting Architect-Business Objects in Chicago, IL

Application/Enterprise Architecture, Design Patterns, UML the Custom Objects role requires someone who specializes in custom reporting with BO (Business Objects) and Crystal. This will be a Reporting Architect of sorts. It is important they have prior experience in the architecture listed below, J2EE, Spring and Hibernate, to effectively implement their reporting strategy Experience: Business Objects, Crystal RAS SDK, J2EE, Spring, Hibernate, Oracle, To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

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