To submit your resume for this position, you must include BOTH your desired annual salary and current annual salary broken down between base + bonus! NO EXCEPTIONS!

You must also include a short paragraph in the body of your email which briefly summarizes matches from your professional experience to the "Required Background/Experience" and "Major Pluses To Have" sections below. We appreciate your time in advance on this matter.

Note to H1-B candidates: You must be willing to transfer your H1. We cannot work through third-party contracting agencies holding your H1.

Summary

As an Oracle Retail Merchandise Analyst, you will play a major role in a global Oracle Retail implementation, leading the efforts to move from the information-gathering to the design phase of the project, based on your strong working knowledge of Oracle Retail Products.
Duties/Responsibilities

Help write technical and functional specifications
Configure the system according to required specifications
Develop modules using Oracle productivity Tools, Forms, Reports, PL/SQL, and TOAD

You must possess the following qualities:

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Mature and self-motivated with a "can do" and "hands-on" orientation
Willing to travel to MA and PA (we will cover expenses)
Willing to work four 10-hour workdays, instead of the normal five 8-hour workdays

Employee Benefits

Visa transfers for H1-B, TN-1, and TN-2 Visa holders
Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Benefits
100% Employer-paid Group Term Life Insurance
Employee-paid Group Universal Life/Group Variable Universal Life Insurance coverage up to a maximum of $10,000,000
100% Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
100% Employer-paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
Employee-paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
401k Profit Sharing Plan We match 25% up to the first 6% of base salary contributed to the plan after the completion of one year of active service, and 50% up to the first 6% of base salary contributed to the plan after the completion of two years of active service. Company matching contributions are 100% vested after the completion of three years of active service.
Health Care Flexible Spending Account The Health Care Flexible Spending Account allows you to set aside money-up to $5,000 per plan year- on a before-tax basis to pay for expenses not fully covered by our medical or dental plans.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account The Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account allows you to set aside money-up to $5,000 ($2,500 if married and filing separate returns) per plan year- on a before-tax basis to pay for day care (non-medical) for your children or other eligible dependents so that you, or if you're married, you and your spouse, will be able to work. If you're married, in order to participate, your spouse must be working or attending school full-time.
Employee Assistance Program Provides access to a variety of professional resources when you need assistance with personal or family issues.
Adoption Assistance Adoption benefits include financial assistance and adoption personal leave.
Paid Holidays We observed seven holidays, plus two Floating Holidays (Personal Days).
Vacation The amount of paid vacation provided is based on your length of continuous full-time employment and ranges between 15 and 25 days.
Leaves of Absence We understand that you may need time off for both planned and unplanned events. Depending upon the reason behind the leave of absence, approved leaves may be paid or unpaid.

All applications for this position are accepted via email.
Experience: Required Background/Experience

3+ years of experience in Oracle Retail merchandising projects
Proven experience as a Techno-Functional Analyst in at least two full lifecycle Oracle Retail implementation projects
Proven experience with

Oracle Retail v. 12 Products, including Oracle Retail Business Intelligence, Oracle Retail Merchandising System, Oracle Retail Merchandise Planning, and Oracle Retail Invoice Matching
Oracle Databases, Forms, Reports, and PL/SQL



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Our client currently has an opening in Chicago for an OUTSTANDING web developer/designer. This is a temporary design postilion that will support multipule browsers including Foxfire and Safari as well as mobile devices such as black berry, Nokia, and iphone/iPod touch. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both design and development.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: This candidate must have a creative design style as well as 5+ years development experience. Her or she must be a PRO in CSS and HTML. In addition, the ideal candidate for this opportunity must have 3-5 years experience in web design that supports cross browsers (Firefox and Safari) as well as mobile devices. He or she will have 3-5 years experience with jQuery java script frame work in addition to outstanding analytical, oral, and written communication skills and a team friendly personality.

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Job Summary
This position leads and directs the staff and activities of an operations analysis area and acts as senior level technical expert within functional area of expertise responsible for providing senior management with analysis, guidance and strategic recommendations to support the business portfolio and/or operations.


IT Financial Management, Operational Results and Business Value Realization:
Lead the Financial and Operational elements of the Annual Planning Process for IT. Partner with IT Strategy, Reporting, and Communication role for the Annual Planning process to ensure Annual Plan meets the expectations of the corporation from a financial and strategy perspective.
Financial and Operational Management responsibilities:
Lead the Reporting Initiative to develop and implement actionable reporting the ensures the IT Organization has visibility to the right information to successfully deliver the Annual Plan
Monthly Financial Management Meeting
Monthly Operational results by Domain (move from monthly meetings to re –vamp Operations Review)
Monthly Operational results by Business Deliver yTeam
Monthly Operational Results by Portfolio
Monthly IT Investment Review of new investments and benefits
Develop Reporting needs for Transformation Results
Capital Planning
Controllership for Capitalization Process and Business Value Realization
Drive methodology and achievement of benefit realization by partnering with Corporate Finance
Put in place the methodology and process to ensure ties to CBA and business plans
Communicate out results to business and EMC
Other ad hoc projects/responsibilities:
Affiliate Reporting
Liaison with Corporate Real Estate; IT restack/floor management
ALP Project Support


Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Directs, plans, and controls all activities and staff of an operations analysis area and has full management responsibility for performance and development of subordinate staff in accordance with corporate strategic directions.
2. Determines and develops departmental strategies to maximize performance and improve business results. Presents recommendations to senior management.
3. Acts as technical resource within functional area of expertise.
4. Liaisons with internal stakeholders to build collaboration, foster cross functional learning, and ensure consistency.
5. Stays current on trends and developments within functional area of expertise and the insurance industry. Monitors local, state, and federal changes in government regulations.

May perform additional duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship

Typically AVP or above
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

1. In-depth knowledge of the insurance industry, its products, practices and operations.
2. Ability to exercise professional judgment and assume responsibility for decisions which have an impact on business goals.
3. Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners.
4. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects.
5. Ability to deal with ambiguous situations and issues.
6. Creativity in resolving unique and challenging business problems.
7. Ability to achieve results by taking a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives.
8. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software.

Education & Experience

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
2. Minimum eight years progressive experience in the insurance industry.
3. Direct management and/or project management experience strongly preferred.



Experience: IT Financial Management, Operational Results and Business Value Realization:

• Lead the Financial and Operational elements of the Annual Planning Process for IT. Partner with IT Strategy, Reporting, and Communication role for the Annual Planning process to ensure Annual Plan meets the expectations of the corporation from a financial and strategy perspective.

• Financial and Operational Management responsibilities:

• Lead the Reporting Initiative to develop and implement actionable reporting the ensures the IT Organization has visibility to the right information to successfully deliver the Annual Plan

• Monthly Financial Management Meeting

• Monthly Operational results by Domain (move from monthly meetings to re –vamp Operations Review)

• Monthly Operational results by Business Deliver yTeam

• Monthly Operational Results by Portfolio

• Monthly IT Investment Review of new investments and benefits

• Develop Reporting needs for Transformation Results

• Capital Planning

• Controllership for Capitalization Process and Business Value Realization

• Drive methodology and achievement of benefit realization by partnering with Corporate Finance

• Put in place the methodology and process to ensure ties to CBA and business plans

• Communicate out results to business and EMC

• Other ad hoc projects/responsibilities:

• Affiliate Reporting

• Liaison with Corporate Real Estate; IT restack/floor management

• ALP Project Support

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Pixel

Position: Art Director

Reports to: Senior Art Director



We eat, breathe and sleep digital. "I woke up and just started doing something cuz I was so excited and my roommate looked at me like I was crazy but hell, it's WHAT I AM". Sound familiar? Design is something we see everywhere around us? technology —that's our way of life, a common ground for each of us. Helping our clients carry on a meaningful conversation with people they want to entertain or inform is a way for us to practice doing what we love, allowing us to experiment, innovate, ideate while pushing executional boundaries. We are Pixel. We think you might be too. Check out this job description. And come heart making the small space big with us. It's a wide open space from where we stand.



Overview:

Pixel is a boutique interactive agency nested inside the world's largest media company – Starcom MediaVest Group, a Publicis Groupe company. We have a fanatical passion for art and technology in the digital space and live to make smart and beautiful things on behalf of our clients. We believe in 3 things: we heart making the small space big, we make what people want — where they are, and we believe it's about making things easier and better.



Responsibilities: DO WHAT YOU LOVE

Purpose: To do great work. Develop multiple art directions against a single assignment until you and our team know it's the one. As an up and coming Art Director you will have a key role on projects and within the creative team to bring energy, ideas, distractions and focus to the group and your work by way of:



Designing every day as though it was your favorite holiday – honing your eye, staying up on trends, knowing what's right vs. what just seemed like a good idea, managing yourself and other designers.

Owning and stewarding the client's brand, equities and values – be the go-to designer for our clients

Partnering with other designers, copywriters, UX and technology designers to solve communication and experience problems (websites, microsites, digital advertising, mobile, apps)

Always stay medieval (intensely focused) on business goals and objectives so we will always be able to find our way to doing the kind of work we love

Be agnostic across digital channels and technologies and about how can and could weave together

Support teams in major presentations, business development and in the day to day when things get tight – we are small, we all chip in.

Constantly demand to be inspired and in turn, inspire right back.

Contribute to elevating the work across the board by providing input, ideas and thoughtful commentary on fellow team member's work – we are an open collaborative group.



You are uniquely qualified because:

You have a strong and developing thirst for creating things digital and are able to say "Ok, I hear you" from any point of feedback and then come back with something that surprises even you. You know instinctively when something is on brand, interaction is how you think. Appropriate organizational skills, flexible, dedicated approach to team participation and strong character are key. Exposure to integrating research, content strategy, copywriting, design, interactive development are cost of entry. Besides a Bachelors degree in Fine Arts or Graphic Design you have ...



3+ years of experience (preferably agency)

Promising conceptual muscles – visual and experiential (Flash, application design)

Have things to say and the ability to listen to others — strong communication skills

Always researching, reading, aggressively learning new things in the space

Know what it means to be responsible for your own timelines and ownership with your deliverables

Ability to collaborate with the Creative Director, other Art Directors and Associate Creative Directors in the name of elevating the work and the team overall

A good solid list of software, tools and inspirational sources specific to digital/interactive

The ability to laugh at yourself, the stress and the industry – we make things that make people happy and we never forget that it's really just about 1's and 0's.

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JOB DESCRIPTION
STORAGE ARCHITECT- TSM/SAN/DISK



Project Description & Tasks



Storage Architect with both TSM Backup/ Restore skills and SAN/DISK skills. Must be able to design Storage solutions based on customer requirements. These solutions will include all aspects of Storage infrastructure. The SAN Storage / Backup and Recovery Architect is responsible for the Strategy, Architecture, Solutioning of new Requirements, and Oversight of the ongoing support and maintenance of the SAN Storage, Backup and Recovery, and DR environments, in all US locations supported by the client.



Responsibilities



. Generate solutions for customer and internal projects mostly in the area of SAN Storage, backup and recovery, and DR. (but could occasionally include other areas).

. Coordination with Server Architects on Architecture, System Strategy and Capacity Management activities, to provide storage capabilities to UNIX systems.

. Provides guidance on TSM implementation, maintenance and support activities.

. Initial documentation of Backup and Recovery requirements and configuration changes.

. Initial documentation of SAN Storage requirements and configuration changes.

. Coordinates with Enterprise level architecture groups and confirms to Global Architecture Guidance.



Skills



- TSM experience.

- General experience with SAN design.

- IBM DS Series storage experience.

- Experience designing solutions for projects mostly focused around SAN Storage, TSM, tape libraries, and disaster recovery.

- Experience designing solutions for SAN and Storage projects.

- Experience creating Visio diagrams.

- Excellent communications skills.



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Job Summary

Individual contributor participates in the development, specification and communication of the firm's technology architecture plan, the infrastructure components required to support it, and in the integration of corporate and business area architectures. Provides guidance to others informally and formally leads teams on short-term basis. Develops innovative and effective solutions to diverse and complex business problems.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Participates in the development and maintenance of a business and system architecture and conducts business information flow studies.
2. Provides integrated systems planning and recommends new or different technologies which will enhance current systems and support overall corporate and business goals.
3. Conducts system architecture studies of new and existing IT systems to permit development of integrated systems which operate at low cost levels.
4. Recommends the appropriate computer platform, work stations and communication linkage required to support distributed and client server business processes and information flows.
5. Provides technical consultation to clients and IT management to ensure development of efficient application systems utilizing established standards, procedures and methodologies.
6. Acts as Project Leader and may instruct, assist, and provide guidance to other staff.
7. Stays up to date on trends and developments within functional area of expertise and the insurance industry.

May perform additional duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship

Director or above
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

1. Full technical knowledge of design and implementation of enterprise workflow systems, distributed architecture, intranet/internet architecture, and communication architectures.
2. A solid knowledge of the system development life cycle, and system and application program development technological alternatives and architecture methodologies for multi-platorm environments.
3. Proven understanding of state of the art for rules based architecture, object oriented component analysis and development (OOA,OOD,UML) and proficiency in Java, C++, Microsoft eCommerce applications, COM/DCOM, J2EE, CORBA.
4. Proven knowledge of client area's functions and systems.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal and consultative skills to work effectively with clients, peers, and IT management and staff.
6 Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
7. Ability to lead teams on short-term projects.
8. Strong knowledge of interface design and user centered design methods.
9. Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and other business related software systems and hardware.

Education & Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
2. Minimum seven years of solid, diverse work experience in IT including experience with systems architecture methodologies.
3. Some previous project leadership experience is desirable.
4. Applicable certifications preferred.
Experience: 1. Full technical knowledge of design and implementation of enterprise workflow systems, distributed architecture, intranet/internet architecture, and communication architectures.
2. A solid knowledge of the system development life cycle, and system and application program development technological alternatives and architecture methodologies for multi-platorm environments.
3. Proven understanding of state of the art for rules based architecture, object oriented component analysis and development (OOA,OOD,UML) and proficiency in Java, C++, Microsoft eCommerce applications, COM/DCOM, J2EE, CORBA.
4. Proven knowledge of client area's functions and systems.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal and consultative skills to work effectively with clients, peers, and IT management and staff.
6 Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
7. Ability to lead teams on short-term projects.
8. Strong knowledge of interface design and user centered design methods.
9. Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and other business related software systems and hardware.

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DUTIES: You will be responsible for: (1) Providing senior technical leadership to the infrastructure operations organization in efforts to improve operations through enterprise wide systems, network infrastructure, database, security technologies and provide business reporting in this 24x7x365 global operation; (2) Ensuring maximum availability, stability and situational awareness for all key operational technologies driving the global business; (3) Hiring, developing, and managing staff; (4) Administration of business processes, maintaining cross-functional working relationships, identifying opportunities for improvement and driving change and continuous improvement; (5) Developing an office to serve as a global single point of contact, operational control, decision-making and status office for products, services and systems in production and production support; (6) Managing shift team leaders who oversee and/or perform all aspects of site planned and unplanned maintenance; (7) Providing leadership and making decisions regarding priorities, best practice methodologies and operational execution to build and maintain a 'best in class' global infrastructure operations team; (8) Overseeing global operations teams that perform upgrades, system changes, and software build promotions, executing required jobs and system maintenance; (9) Conducting steady state reviews of systems, administering servers, networks, databases, and storage monitoring and responding to alarms; (10) Assessing impact, resolving problems, escalating to subject matter experts, managing incidents, coordinating resources, and ensuring continuity and transition between shifts; (11) Developing a service management vs. device management approach to site operations; (12) Developing and/or enhancing policy, process and runtime procedures suitable to meet business expectations of reducing unscheduled downtime; (13) Improving mean time to recovery, lessening undesired impact as a result of changes, developing and maintaining real-time situational awareness of products, services and supporting infrastructure, and managing and owning detection, notification, communication, escalation of events and incidents to resolution; (14) Participating in change management, incident review, and root cause analysis for all production deployments, maintenances and outages; (15) Identifying new monitoring procedures and continually reviewing existing procedures; (16) Demonstrating consistently accurate and timely escalation of production outages both internally and externally with a strong focus on sense of urgency and customer service.
Experience: MUST have an undergraduate degree (i.e. BA, BS, BBA)MUST (NOT AS THE CIO OR VP IS) have STRONG/CURRENT experience as an operations manager of a large-scale e-commerce Unix 24x7 production environment for at least the last 5 years.MUST have STRONG/CURRENT experience with high-end monitoring tools, automation of tasks, Unix scripting (Perl or Shell), and root-cause problem resolution for at least the last 5 years.MUST have passion for uptime, stability, and customer service in large scale e-commerce environments.MUST have excellent troubleshooting skills in a complex, large-scale environment.MUST have detailed understanding of support processes.MUST have call center, customer service, and e-commerce industry experience.MUST have STRONG/CURRENT large scale WAN and LAN network management, architecture, and security experience.MUST have STRONG/CURRENT knowledge of TCP/IP, networking principles, and web technologies.MUST have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must have strong presentation skills. Must have strong interpersonal skills, ability to mediate and delegate, and enforce operational policies.Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as needed to manage and communicate regarding site incidents.Demonstrated ability to remain calm and perform well under pressure and to smoothly switch between issues and prioritize them appropriately.

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Our client in Downtown Chicago is currently looking for an excellent Data Analyst. The Data Analyst will be executing requests for lists and reports, both scheduled and ad hoc, using Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, SQL, and a third party database application. He/she will be assisting Database Manager and Information Reporting Manager in auditing existing reports. The Data Analyst will be performing ad hoc data requests on raw data files and produce list requests combining raw text files and data from the database.<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 ideal candidate for this role must have solid working knowledge of SQL, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel and the ability to translate user requirements into results. He/she must have advanced knowledge in Microsoft Access including WYSIWYG Query editor, SQL Query editor, Crosstab Queries. Also experience in Advanced Microsoft Excel including calculation formulas, LOOKUP formulas, pivot tables, and linking to external data, is a must. The ideal Data Analyst should have advanced work with reporting and analysis tools such as Business Object Crystal Reports, Microsoft Access Reports, and SPSS. This position also requires someone who has excellent verbal and written communication skills, and also the person must have the ability to adapt with grace to a fast-paced office environment , and fulfill any requirements.

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Mid-size litigation graphics firm in downtown Chicago is seeking a Powerpoint Presentation Specialist for a contract opportunity. This person will be responsible for concepting and executing graphics for courtroom trials. Must be an expert in Powerpoint, Illustrator and InDesign on a PC. Must also have samples of presentation work.<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 qualify for this position, you must have 2+ years of presentation or design experience with at least 6 months of litigations graphics experience.

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Our client in Downtown Chicago is currently looking for a Programmer Analyst. The ideal candidate must have working knowledge of both VB3 and VB6 applications. Candidate must be familiar with TrueDBGrid from Component One software and the Grid which is used in the VB application(s). Working knowledge of VB applications ; using MS Access databases and FoxPro databases is considered as a big plus.It is nice to have experience with AutoCad.<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 ideal candidate for this role must have minimum 5 years of experience in VB3 and VB6 applications. He/she must have working knowledge of VB applications using MS Access databases and knowledge on FoxPro databases is a big plus.

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This customer Service Representative Position Features:

Business Casual Environment
Great Location
Public Transportation Accessible
Great Pay to $29K

Immediate need for customer service professionals seeking growth and stability. A friendly attitude, good organizational skills and fast learners will be keys to success in this growing, fortune 500 organization. Will be responsible for new account entry, handling inbound calls and upselling for banking company. Great benefits. To apply for this position, please attach a resume'. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
Experience: , , 1+ year of call center experience

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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 STORAGE ARCHITECT

JOB DESCRIPTION
STORAGE ARCHITECT- TSM/SAN/DISK



Project Description & Tasks



Storage Architect with both TSM Backup/ Restore skills and SAN/DISK skills. Must be able to design Storage solutions based on customer requirements. These solutions will include all aspects of Storage infrastructure. The SAN Storage / Backup and Recovery Architect is responsible for the Strategy, Architecture, Solutioning of new Requirements, and Oversight of the ongoing support and maintenance of the SAN Storage, Backup and Recovery, and DR environments, in all US locations supported by the client.



Responsibilities



. Generate solutions for customer and internal projects mostly in the area of SAN Storage, backup and recovery, and DR. (but could occasionally include other areas).

. Coordination with Server Architects on Architecture, System Strategy and Capacity Management activities, to provide storage capabilities to UNIX systems.

. Provides guidance on TSM implementation, maintenance and support activities.

. Initial documentation of Backup and Recovery requirements and configuration changes.

. Initial documentation of SAN Storage requirements and configuration changes.

. Coordinates with Enterprise level architecture groups and confirms to Global Architecture Guidance.



Skills



- TSM experience.

- General experience with SAN design.

- IBM DS Series storage experience.

- Experience designing solutions for projects mostly focused around SAN Storage, TSM, tape libraries, and disaster recovery.

- Experience designing solutions for SAN and Storage projects.

- Experience creating Visio diagrams.

- Excellent communications skills.



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TAKE ACTION!
Why wait another day?
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Apply NOW and join the CDI Team TODAY!!!

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Our client in Downtown Chicago is currently looking for a Programmer Analyst. The ideal candidate must have working knowledge of both VB3 and VB6 applications. Candidate must be familiar with TrueDBGrid from Component One software and the Grid which is used in the VB application(s). Working knowledge of VB applications ; using MS Access databases and FoxPro databases is considered as a big plus.It is nice to have experience with AutoCad.<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 ideal candidate for this role must have minimum 5 years of experience in VB3 and VB6 applications. He/she must have working knowledge of VB applications using MS Access databases and knowledge on FoxPro databases is a big plus.

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Our client is currently looking for a Front end Web Architect / Developer. The ideal candidate must have expert understanding of key components of web 2.0 architecture (AJAX,social networking,blogs etc). The ideal Web Architect must have excellent understanding of Javascript, CSS, HTML, PHP, Actionscript 2.0,3.0,Flash, Flex, JSP. She/he must be an expert in understanding of Search Engine Optimization techniques for various Rich Media technologies (XHTML/AJAX/FLASH). <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 ideal candidate must have 5+ years career or 7 years+ career experience with mid to large size brands. The ideal candidate must have the ability to hand code in all front end languages; rich media architecture experience;experience in multiple SDLC processes

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To submit your resume for this position, you must include BOTH your desired annual salary and current annual salary broken down between base + bonus! NO EXCEPTIONS!

You must also include a short paragraph in the body of your email which briefly summarizes matches from your professional experience to the "Required Background/Experience" and "Major Pluses To Have" sections below. We appreciate your time in advance on this matter.

Note to H1-B candidates: You must be willing to transfer your H1. We cannot work through third-party contracting agencies holding your H1.

Summary

As an Oracle Retail Merchandise Analyst, you will play a major role in a global Oracle Retail implementation, leading the efforts to move from the information-gathering to the design phase of the project, based on your strong working knowledge of Oracle Retail Products.
Duties/Responsibilities

Help write technical and functional specifications
Configure the system according to required specifications
Develop modules using Oracle productivity Tools, Forms, Reports, PL/SQL, and TOAD

You must possess the following qualities:

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Mature and self-motivated with a "can do" and "hands-on" orientation
Willing to travel to MA and PA (we will cover expenses)
Willing to work four 10-hour workdays, instead of the normal five 8-hour workdays

Employee Benefits

Visa transfers for H1-B, TN-1, and TN-2 Visa holders
Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Benefits
100% Employer-paid Group Term Life Insurance
Employee-paid Group Universal Life/Group Variable Universal Life Insurance coverage up to a maximum of $10,000,000
100% Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
100% Employer-paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
Employee-paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
401k Profit Sharing Plan We match 25% up to the first 6% of base salary contributed to the plan after the completion of one year of active service, and 50% up to the first 6% of base salary contributed to the plan after the completion of two years of active service. Company matching contributions are 100% vested after the completion of three years of active service.
Health Care Flexible Spending Account The Health Care Flexible Spending Account allows you to set aside money-up to $5,000 per plan year- on a before-tax basis to pay for expenses not fully covered by our medical or dental plans.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account The Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account allows you to set aside money-up to $5,000 ($2,500 if married and filing separate returns) per plan year- on a before-tax basis to pay for day care (non-medical) for your children or other eligible dependents so that you, or if you're married, you and your spouse, will be able to work. If you're married, in order to participate, your spouse must be working or attending school full-time.
Employee Assistance Program Provides access to a variety of professional resources when you need assistance with personal or family issues.
Adoption Assistance Adoption benefits include financial assistance and adoption personal leave.
Paid Holidays We observed seven holidays, plus two Floating Holidays (Personal Days).
Vacation The amount of paid vacation provided is based on your length of continuous full-time employment and ranges between 15 and 25 days.
Leaves of Absence We understand that you may need time off for both planned and unplanned events. Depending upon the reason behind the leave of absence, approved leaves may be paid or unpaid.

All applications for this position are accepted via email.
Experience: Required Background/Experience

3+ years of experience in Oracle Retail merchandising projects
Proven experience as a Techno-Functional Analyst in at least two full lifecycle Oracle Retail implementation projects
Proven experience with

Oracle Retail v. 12 Products, including Oracle Retail Business Intelligence, Oracle Retail Merchandising System, Oracle Retail Merchandise Planning, and Oracle Retail Invoice Matching
Oracle Databases, Forms, Reports, and PL/SQL



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Our client is a prestigious University in Chicago that is looking for an AWESOME part-time web content manager to help their media relations team. Ideally, we are looking for a candidate with a strong technical background but is able to work with Photoshop and video as well. He/She will be performing edits to web pages as well as posting press releases to their online database. <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: 2+ years with hand HTML coding
2+ years Adobe Photoshop
Experience in a software technical support role is a plus

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

Job Summary

Individual contributor participates in the development, specification and communication of the firm's technology architecture plan, the infrastructure components required to support it, and in the integration of corporate and business area architectures. Provides guidance to others informally and formally leads teams on short-term basis. Develops innovative and effective solutions to diverse and complex business problems.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Participates in the development and maintenance of a business and system architecture and conducts business information flow studies.
2. Provides integrated systems planning and recommends new or different technologies which will enhance current systems and support overall corporate and business goals.
3. Conducts system architecture studies of new and existing IT systems to permit development of integrated systems which operate at low cost levels.
4. Recommends the appropriate computer platform, work stations and communication linkage required to support distributed and client server business processes and information flows.
5. Provides technical consultation to clients and IT management to ensure development of efficient application systems utilizing established standards, procedures and methodologies.
6. Acts as Project Leader and may instruct, assist, and provide guidance to other staff.
7. Stays up to date on trends and developments within functional area of expertise and the insurance industry.

May perform additional duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship

Director or above
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

1. Full technical knowledge of design and implementation of enterprise workflow systems, distributed architecture, intranet/internet architecture, and communication architectures.
2. A solid knowledge of the system development life cycle, and system and application program development technological alternatives and architecture methodologies for multi-platorm environments.
3. Proven understanding of state of the art for rules based architecture, object oriented component analysis and development (OOA,OOD,UML) and proficiency in Java, C++, Microsoft eCommerce applications, COM/DCOM, J2EE, CORBA.
4. Proven knowledge of client area's functions and systems.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal and consultative skills to work effectively with clients, peers, and IT management and staff.
6 Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
7. Ability to lead teams on short-term projects.
8. Strong knowledge of interface design and user centered design methods.
9. Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and other business related software systems and hardware.

Education & Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
2. Minimum seven years of solid, diverse work experience in IT including experience with systems architecture methodologies.
3. Some previous project leadership experience is desirable.
4. Applicable certifications preferred.
Experience: 1. Full technical knowledge of design and implementation of enterprise workflow systems, distributed architecture, intranet/internet architecture, and communication architectures.
2. A solid knowledge of the system development life cycle, and system and application program development technological alternatives and architecture methodologies for multi-platorm environments.
3. Proven understanding of state of the art for rules based architecture, object oriented component analysis and development (OOA,OOD,UML) and proficiency in Java, C++, Microsoft eCommerce applications, COM/DCOM, J2EE, CORBA.
4. Proven knowledge of client area's functions and systems.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal and consultative skills to work effectively with clients, peers, and IT management and staff.
6 Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
7. Ability to lead teams on short-term projects.
8. Strong knowledge of interface design and user centered design methods.
9. Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and other business related software systems and hardware.

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

This customer Service Representative Position Features:

Business Casual Environment
Great Location
Public Transportation Accessible
Great Pay to $29K

Immediate need for customer service professionals seeking growth and stability. A friendly attitude, good organizational skills and fast learners will be keys to success in this growing, fortune 500 organization. Will be responsible for new account entry, handling inbound calls and upselling for banking company. Great benefits. To apply for this position, please attach a resume'. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
Experience: , , 1+ year of call center experience

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

Are you looking for part time or project based IT work?

SmartSource has created a new website called www.tecdirect.com. This site cost nothing to join, if you have the skills we have the opportunities!

Register today and start getting emails sent to you about project opportunities in your area.

The way the system works :

1. You register online

2. We send you work orders that match your skill set in your area

3. You compete the work orders that you accept

4. We pay you for your time online within 2-3 days

The fist 2,500 people to register will receive work orders first. Our buyers will be able to submit their work orders in the next 45-60 days .

Don't wait call 888-tec-staf and ask for recruiting if you have questions.

P.S.- This site is new and some areas are under construction.

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

Pixel

Position: Art Director

Reports to: Senior Art Director



We eat, breathe and sleep digital. "I woke up and just started doing something cuz I was so excited and my roommate looked at me like I was crazy but hell, it's WHAT I AM". Sound familiar? Design is something we see everywhere around us? technology —that's our way of life, a common ground for each of us. Helping our clients carry on a meaningful conversation with people they want to entertain or inform is a way for us to practice doing what we love, allowing us to experiment, innovate, ideate while pushing executional boundaries. We are Pixel. We think you might be too. Check out this job description. And come heart making the small space big with us. It's a wide open space from where we stand.



Overview:

Pixel is a boutique interactive agency nested inside the world's largest media company – Starcom MediaVest Group, a Publicis Groupe company. We have a fanatical passion for art and technology in the digital space and live to make smart and beautiful things on behalf of our clients. We believe in 3 things: we heart making the small space big, we make what people want — where they are, and we believe it's about making things easier and better.



Responsibilities: DO WHAT YOU LOVE

Purpose: To do great work. Develop multiple art directions against a single assignment until you and our team know it's the one. As an up and coming Art Director you will have a key role on projects and within the creative team to bring energy, ideas, distractions and focus to the group and your work by way of:



Designing every day as though it was your favorite holiday – honing your eye, staying up on trends, knowing what's right vs. what just seemed like a good idea, managing yourself and other designers.

Owning and stewarding the client's brand, equities and values – be the go-to designer for our clients

Partnering with other designers, copywriters, UX and technology designers to solve communication and experience problems (websites, microsites, digital advertising, mobile, apps)

Always stay medieval (intensely focused) on business goals and objectives so we will always be able to find our way to doing the kind of work we love

Be agnostic across digital channels and technologies and about how can and could weave together

Support teams in major presentations, business development and in the day to day when things get tight – we are small, we all chip in.

Constantly demand to be inspired and in turn, inspire right back.

Contribute to elevating the work across the board by providing input, ideas and thoughtful commentary on fellow team member's work – we are an open collaborative group.



You are uniquely qualified because:

You have a strong and developing thirst for creating things digital and are able to say "Ok, I hear you" from any point of feedback and then come back with something that surprises even you. You know instinctively when something is on brand, interaction is how you think. Appropriate organizational skills, flexible, dedicated approach to team participation and strong character are key. Exposure to integrating research, content strategy, copywriting, design, interactive development are cost of entry. Besides a Bachelors degree in Fine Arts or Graphic Design you have ...



3+ years of experience (preferably agency)

Promising conceptual muscles – visual and experiential (Flash, application design)

Have things to say and the ability to listen to others — strong communication skills

Always researching, reading, aggressively learning new things in the space

Know what it means to be responsible for your own timelines and ownership with your deliverables

Ability to collaborate with the Creative Director, other Art Directors and Associate Creative Directors in the name of elevating the work and the team overall

A good solid list of software, tools and inspirational sources specific to digital/interactive

The ability to laugh at yourself, the stress and the industry – we make things that make people happy and we never forget that it's really just about 1's and 0's.

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

Our client in Downtown Chicago is currently looking for an excellent Data Analyst. The Data Analyst will be executing requests for lists and reports, both scheduled and ad hoc, using Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, SQL, and a third party database application. He/she will be assisting Database Manager and Information Reporting Manager in auditing existing reports. The Data Analyst will be performing ad hoc data requests on raw data files and produce list requests combining raw text files and data from the database.<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 ideal candidate for this role must have solid working knowledge of SQL, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel and the ability to translate user requirements into results. He/she must have advanced knowledge in Microsoft Access including WYSIWYG Query editor, SQL Query editor, Crosstab Queries. Also experience in Advanced Microsoft Excel including calculation formulas, LOOKUP formulas, pivot tables, and linking to external data, is a must. The ideal Data Analyst should have advanced work with reporting and analysis tools such as Business Object Crystal Reports, Microsoft Access Reports, and SPSS. This position also requires someone who has excellent verbal and written communication skills, and also the person must have the ability to adapt with grace to a fast-paced office environment , and fulfill any requirements.

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

Our client currently has an opening in Chicago for an OUTSTANDING web developer/designer. This is a temporary design postilion that will support multipule browsers including Foxfire and Safari as well as mobile devices such as black berry, Nokia, and iphone/iPod touch. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both design and development.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: This candidate must have a creative design style as well as 5+ years development experience. Her or she must be a PRO in CSS and HTML. In addition, the ideal candidate for this opportunity must have 3-5 years experience in web design that supports cross browsers (Firefox and Safari) as well as mobile devices. He or she will have 3-5 years experience with jQuery java script frame work in addition to outstanding analytical, oral, and written communication skills and a team friendly personality.

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

Our client is a prestigious University in Chicago that is looking for an AWESOME part-time web content manager to help their media relations team. Ideally, we are looking for a candidate with a strong technical background but is able to work with Photoshop and video as well. He/She will be performing edits to web pages as well as posting press releases to their online database. <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: 2+ years with hand HTML coding
2+ years Adobe Photoshop
Experience in a software technical support role is a plus

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

Our client is an international ad agency in the Loop that specializes in television and print for the food industry. They are looking for a outstanding project manager to add to their creative team. This person will be responsible for daily contact with vendors, budget negotiation and maintenance, timeline management, and quality control. This person will also be active on client phone calls in relation to status and content delivery. Projects will include anything from web site and micro-site development to systems development.<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 ideal candidate for this position will have 2-3 years experience in a project management role with a reputable corporation or agency. He or she will need to be familiar with digital, interactive, and programming as well as Flash and HTML. This person will have autonomy to deliver projects but accountability for their actions. Lastly, the ideal candidate our client is looking for will have an outstanding, team oriented personality with a drive for success mentality

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

Pixel

Position: Art Director

Reports to: Senior Art Director



We eat, breathe and sleep digital. "I woke up and just started doing something cuz I was so excited and my roommate looked at me like I was crazy but hell, it's WHAT I AM". Sound familiar? Design is something we see everywhere around us? technology —that's our way of life, a common ground for each of us. Helping our clients carry on a meaningful conversation with people they want to entertain or inform is a way for us to practice doing what we love, allowing us to experiment, innovate, ideate while pushing executional boundaries. We are Pixel. We think you might be too. Check out this job description. And come heart making the small space big with us. It's a wide open space from where we stand.



Overview:

Pixel is a boutique interactive agency nested inside the world's largest media company – Starcom MediaVest Group, a Publicis Groupe company. We have a fanatical passion for art and technology in the digital space and live to make smart and beautiful things on behalf of our clients. We believe in 3 things: we heart making the small space big, we make what people want — where they are, and we believe it's about making things easier and better.



Responsibilities: DO WHAT YOU LOVE

Purpose: To do great work. Develop multiple art directions against a single assignment until you and our team know it's the one. As an up and coming Art Director you will have a key role on projects and within the creative team to bring energy, ideas, distractions and focus to the group and your work by way of:



Designing every day as though it was your favorite holiday – honing your eye, staying up on trends, knowing what's right vs. what just seemed like a good idea, managing yourself and other designers.

Owning and stewarding the client's brand, equities and values – be the go-to designer for our clients

Partnering with other designers, copywriters, UX and technology designers to solve communication and experience problems (websites, microsites, digital advertising, mobile, apps)

Always stay medieval (intensely focused) on business goals and objectives so we will always be able to find our way to doing the kind of work we love

Be agnostic across digital channels and technologies and about how can and could weave together

Support teams in major presentations, business development and in the day to day when things get tight – we are small, we all chip in.

Constantly demand to be inspired and in turn, inspire right back.

Contribute to elevating the work across the board by providing input, ideas and thoughtful commentary on fellow team member's work – we are an open collaborative group.



You are uniquely qualified because:

You have a strong and developing thirst for creating things digital and are able to say "Ok, I hear you" from any point of feedback and then come back with something that surprises even you. You know instinctively when something is on brand, interaction is how you think. Appropriate organizational skills, flexible, dedicated approach to team participation and strong character are key. Exposure to integrating research, content strategy, copywriting, design, interactive development are cost of entry. Besides a Bachelors degree in Fine Arts or Graphic Design you have ...



3+ years of experience (preferably agency)

Promising conceptual muscles – visual and experiential (Flash, application design)

Have things to say and the ability to listen to others — strong communication skills

Always researching, reading, aggressively learning new things in the space

Know what it means to be responsible for your own timelines and ownership with your deliverables

Ability to collaborate with the Creative Director, other Art Directors and Associate Creative Directors in the name of elevating the work and the team overall

A good solid list of software, tools and inspirational sources specific to digital/interactive

The ability to laugh at yourself, the stress and the industry – we make things that make people happy and we never forget that it's really just about 1's and 0's.

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

Job Title: ClearQuest Administrator
Location: Chicago, IL
Duration: 8+ months extendable position
Fulltime/ W2/ Mastech Inc

Skills Required:

Demonstrated Experience as IBM Rational ClearQuest Administrator (Enterprise) and Configuration Manager

Must have performed Schema changes, project setup, user maintenance, user training
Experience configuring IBM Rational tools to meet client process requirements, e.g. Build Forge, ClearQuest and RequisitePro.
Demonstrated Experience as IBM Rational RequisitePro user and administrator
Must have Support RequisitePro project users
Demonstrated Experience as IBM Rational Test Manager user and administrator
Must have Created & Executed Test Plan/Case/Script
Demonstrated Experience as IBM Rational Manual & Functional Tester administrator
Demonstrated experience integrating ClearQuest/ReqPro/Test Manager tools
Demonstrated experience implementing IBM Rational ClearCase and IBM Rational Build Forge
Strong knowledge and understanding of SDLC, IT and Development best practices.
Language skills in SQL, HTML, JAVA, XML, PERL, BATCH, Unix shell scripting.
Operating Systems expertise in UNIX (AIX, Linux), Windows XP and Windows Server 2003, and WebSphere.
Database expertise in IBM-DB2 and Microsoft SQL Server 2000/2005
At least 4 years of experience configuring and administering IBM Rational tools at enterprise level.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

Knowledge and experience integrating IBM Rational application environments with network environments, including expertise in firewall/router/LoadBalancing.

Demonstrated Troubleshooting experience with IBM Rational tools in complex network hosted environments at both LAN and WAN level.
Experience with VMware virtualized application environments.
Load building and deployment in the context of a complete SDLC (SDM/SOx), including hands-on experience with Release Build/Script instantiation.
Knowledge of performance and stress testing web-enabled tools to reduce build, testing and delivery time

Compensation and other relevant details:

1. We are looking only for people willing to join us directly as W2 employees.
2. W2 salaried with full benefits or W2 hourly all-inclusive rates.
3. Prefer Local candidates but W2 salaried employees may also receive relocation assistance.

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

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

Our client currently has an opening in Chicago for an OUTSTANDING web developer/designer. This is a temporary design postilion that will support multipule browsers including Foxfire and Safari as well as mobile devices such as black berry, Nokia, and iphone/iPod touch. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both design and development.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: This candidate must have a creative design style as well as 5+ years development experience. Her or she must be a PRO in CSS and HTML. In addition, the ideal candidate for this opportunity must have 3-5 years experience in web design that supports cross browsers (Firefox and Safari) as well as mobile devices. He or she will have 3-5 years experience with jQuery java script frame work in addition to outstanding analytical, oral, and written communication skills and a team friendly personality.

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

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 STORAGE ARCHITECT

JOB DESCRIPTION
STORAGE ARCHITECT- TSM/SAN/DISK



Project Description & Tasks



Storage Architect with both TSM Backup/ Restore skills and SAN/DISK skills. Must be able to design Storage solutions based on customer requirements. These solutions will include all aspects of Storage infrastructure. The SAN Storage / Backup and Recovery Architect is responsible for the Strategy, Architecture, Solutioning of new Requirements, and Oversight of the ongoing support and maintenance of the SAN Storage, Backup and Recovery, and DR environments, in all US locations supported by the client.



Responsibilities



. Generate solutions for customer and internal projects mostly in the area of SAN Storage, backup and recovery, and DR. (but could occasionally include other areas).

. Coordination with Server Architects on Architecture, System Strategy and Capacity Management activities, to provide storage capabilities to UNIX systems.

. Provides guidance on TSM implementation, maintenance and support activities.

. Initial documentation of Backup and Recovery requirements and configuration changes.

. Initial documentation of SAN Storage requirements and configuration changes.

. Coordinates with Enterprise level architecture groups and confirms to Global Architecture Guidance.



Skills



- TSM experience.

- General experience with SAN design.

- IBM DS Series storage experience.

- Experience designing solutions for projects mostly focused around SAN Storage, TSM, tape libraries, and disaster recovery.

- Experience designing solutions for SAN and Storage projects.

- Experience creating Visio diagrams.

- Excellent communications skills.



.



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

This customer Service Representative Position Features:

Business Casual Environment
Great Location
Public Transportation Accessible
Great Pay to $29K

Immediate need for customer service professionals seeking growth and stability. A friendly attitude, good organizational skills and fast learners will be keys to success in this growing, fortune 500 organization. Will be responsible for new account entry, handling inbound calls and upselling for banking company. Great benefits. To apply for this position, please attach a resume'. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
Experience: , , 1+ year of call center experience

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

Are you looking for part time or project based IT work?

SmartSource has created a new website called www.tecdirect.com. This site cost nothing to join, if you have the skills we have the opportunities!

Register today and start getting emails sent to you about project opportunities in your area.

The way the system works :

1. You register online

2. We send you work orders that match your skill set in your area

3. You compete the work orders that you accept

4. We pay you for your time online within 2-3 days

The fist 2,500 people to register will receive work orders first. Our buyers will be able to submit their work orders in the next 45-60 days .

Don't wait call 888-tec-staf and ask for recruiting if you have questions.

P.S.- This site is new and some areas are under construction.

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

Our client is currently looking for a Front end Web Architect / Developer. The ideal candidate must have expert understanding of key components of web 2.0 architecture (AJAX,social networking,blogs etc). The ideal Web Architect must have excellent understanding of Javascript, CSS, HTML, PHP, Actionscript 2.0,3.0,Flash, Flex, JSP. She/he must be an expert in understanding of Search Engine Optimization techniques for various Rich Media technologies (XHTML/AJAX/FLASH). <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 ideal candidate must have 5+ years career or 7 years+ career experience with mid to large size brands. The ideal candidate must have the ability to hand code in all front end languages; rich media architecture experience;experience in multiple SDLC processes

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

Full Time
Experience: A very well established CRM/Professional Services organization is seeking a Business Unit Director to develop and lead US operations. Responsibilities will include US P&L, Project Governance, Sales, Strategy/Direction, and Recruitment.

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

Job Title: Junior Weblogic Administrator
Location: Chicago, IL
Duration: 8+ months extendable position
Fulltime/ W2/ Mastech Inc

Our Client in Chicago is in urgent need of a Weblogic admin. This is a JUNIOR level position. They need 4-5 years of total experience and a minimum of one year experience with weblogic

The ideal consulatant will help out with a migration project as the current team is overloaded. The candidate should have good understanding of both Unix and Weblogic

Compensation and other relevant details:

1. We are looking only for people willing to join us directly as W2 employees.
2. W2 salaried with full benefits or W2 hourly all-inclusive rates.
3. Prefer Local candidates but W2 salaried employees may also receive relocation assistance.

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

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

Job Summary

Provides operations and other analysis, and plans, monitors and completes complex operations projects ensuring adherence to departmental and corporate strategic direction.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Analyzes operations and or other data, and works with management to set and modify operations goals, budget, compliance, staffing allocation and work distribution.
2. Develops project plans and schedules using defined procedures, negotiates scope and deliverables with operational procedures and concepts.
3. Uses work management tools to facilitate efficient processes and to assess operational performance and quality of staff and service delivery.
4. May represent the functional area in meetings with management and other business units.
5. Manages expenses for specific projects and ensures budget goals and expenses are met.
6. Monitors trends and participates in strategic planning as well as team and quality performance reviews.
7. Provides assistance and montoring to junior level operations analysis staff.
8. Works with other departments and may provide technical guidance to others within the department.

May perform additional duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship

Manager or above
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

1. Strong industry and company knowledge as well as strong knowledge of the functions performed by the department and team.
2. Excellent organizational skills including ability to prioritize, coordinate and manage multiple projects and project teams.
3. Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
4. Strong client and team interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to effectively foster and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external business partners.
5. Good presentation, verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical and business issues in a clear, concise and effective manner.
6. Ability to exercise professional judgement and assume responsibility for decisions which have an impact on people, costs and quality of service.
7. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
8. Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and the ability to learn and utilize other business related software systems.

Education & Experience

1. Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience and completion of applicable professional designations.
2. Minimum five years relevant professional experience.
Experience: 1. Analyzes operations and or other data, and works with management to set and modify operations goals, budget, compliance, staffing allocation and work distribution.
2. Develops project plans and schedules using defined procedures, negotiates scope and deliverables with operational procedures and concepts.
3. Uses work management tools to facilitate efficient processes and to assess operational performance and quality of staff and service delivery.
4. May represent the functional area in meetings with management and other business units.
5. Manages expenses for specific projects and ensures budget goals and expenses are met.
6. Monitors trends and participates in strategic planning as well as team and quality performance reviews.
7. Provides assistance and montoring to junior level operations analysis staff.
8. Works with other departments and may provide technical guidance to others within the department.

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

Our client in Downtown Chicago is currently looking for an excellent Data Analyst. The Data Analyst will be executing requests for lists and reports, both scheduled and ad hoc, using Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, SQL, and a third party database application. He/she will be assisting Database Manager and Information Reporting Manager in auditing existing reports. The Data Analyst will be performing ad hoc data requests on raw data files and produce list requests combining raw text files and data from the database.<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 ideal candidate for this role must have solid working knowledge of SQL, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel and the ability to translate user requirements into results. He/she must have advanced knowledge in Microsoft Access including WYSIWYG Query editor, SQL Query editor, Crosstab Queries. Also experience in Advanced Microsoft Excel including calculation formulas, LOOKUP formulas, pivot tables, and linking to external data, is a must. The ideal Data Analyst should have advanced work with reporting and analysis tools such as Business Object Crystal Reports, Microsoft Access Reports, and SPSS. This position also requires someone who has excellent verbal and written communication skills, and also the person must have the ability to adapt with grace to a fast-paced office environment , and fulfill any requirements.

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

Robert Half Technology is looking for a great Web Architect who can assist one of our top clients. Our client is located in the downtown Chicago area in the Advertising and Marketing industry. Communication and agency experience would be a huge plus!<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: &#149; Demonstrated experience producing consumer-facing web applications in both .Net (ASP.Net/C#) and Java (JSP/Struts).
&#149; Experience in facilitating meetings with project stakeholders to capture and analyze requirements
&#149; Experience translating business requirements into technical specifications
&#149; Experience in logical data design
&#149; Experience with ORM techniques, specifically LINQ to SQL
&#149; Experience designing schemas for relational database systems
&#149; Experience designing schemas for XML to model data
&#149; Experience in transforming XML data using XSLT or LINQ
&#149; Experience in designing distributed, service-oriented architectures.
&#149; Experience in building and consuming web services and related technologies such as SOAP (Web Services) and REST.
&#149; Should have a strong knowledge of XHTML, CSS and JavaScript. Experience with common AJAX frameworks (ASP.Net AJAX, JQuery, Prototype) is extremely beneficial.

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

Job Summary

Provides operations and other analysis, and plans, monitors and completes complex operations projects ensuring adherence to departmental and corporate strategic direction.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Analyzes operations and or other data, and works with management to set and modify operations goals, budget, compliance, staffing allocation and work distribution.
2. Develops project plans and schedules using defined procedures, negotiates scope and deliverables with operational procedures and concepts.
3. Uses work management tools to facilitate efficient processes and to assess operational performance and quality of staff and service delivery.
4. May represent the functional area in meetings with management and other business units.
5. Manages expenses for specific projects and ensures budget goals and expenses are met.
6. Monitors trends and participates in strategic planning as well as team and quality performance reviews.
7. Provides assistance and montoring to junior level operations analysis staff.
8. Works with other departments and may provide technical guidance to others within the department.

May perform additional duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship

Manager or above
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

1. Strong industry and company knowledge as well as strong knowledge of the functions performed by the department and team.
2. Excellent organizational skills including ability to prioritize, coordinate and manage multiple projects and project teams.
3. Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
4. Strong client and team interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to effectively foster and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external business partners.
5. Good presentation, verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical and business issues in a clear, concise and effective manner.
6. Ability to exercise professional judgement and assume responsibility for decisions which have an impact on people, costs and quality of service.
7. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
8. Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and the ability to learn and utilize other business related software systems.

Education & Experience

1. Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience and completion of applicable professional designations.
2. Minimum five years relevant professional experience.
Experience: 1. Analyzes operations and or other data, and works with management to set and modify operations goals, budget, compliance, staffing allocation and work distribution.
2. Develops project plans and schedules using defined procedures, negotiates scope and deliverables with operational procedures and concepts.
3. Uses work management tools to facilitate efficient processes and to assess operational performance and quality of staff and service delivery.
4. May represent the functional area in meetings with management and other business units.
5. Manages expenses for specific projects and ensures budget goals and expenses are met.
6. Monitors trends and participates in strategic planning as well as team and quality performance reviews.
7. Provides assistance and montoring to junior level operations analysis staff.
8. Works with other departments and may provide technical guidance to others within the department.

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Job Summary

Individual contributor participates in the development, specification and communication of the firm's technology architecture plan, the infrastructure components required to support it, and in the integration of corporate and business area architectures. Provides guidance to others informally and formally leads teams on short-term basis. Develops innovative and effective solutions to diverse and complex business problems.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Participates in the development and maintenance of a business and system architecture and conducts business information flow studies.
2. Provides integrated systems planning and recommends new or different technologies which will enhance current systems and support overall corporate and business goals.
3. Conducts system architecture studies of new and existing IT systems to permit development of integrated systems which operate at low cost levels.
4. Recommends the appropriate computer platform, work stations and communication linkage required to support distributed and client server business processes and information flows.
5. Provides technical consultation to clients and IT management to ensure development of efficient application systems utilizing established standards, procedures and methodologies.
6. Acts as Project Leader and may instruct, assist, and provide guidance to other staff.
7. Stays up to date on trends and developments within functional area of expertise and the insurance industry.

May perform additional duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship

Director or above
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

1. Full technical knowledge of design and implementation of enterprise workflow systems, distributed architecture, intranet/internet architecture, and communication architectures.
2. A solid knowledge of the system development life cycle, and system and application program development technological alternatives and architecture methodologies for multi-platorm environments.
3. Proven understanding of state of the art for rules based architecture, object oriented component analysis and development (OOA,OOD,UML) and proficiency in Java, C++, Microsoft eCommerce applications, COM/DCOM, J2EE, CORBA.
4. Proven knowledge of client area's functions and systems.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal and consultative skills to work effectively with clients, peers, and IT management and staff.
6 Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
7. Ability to lead teams on short-term projects.
8. Strong knowledge of interface design and user centered design methods.
9. Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and other business related software systems and hardware.

Education & Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
2. Minimum seven years of solid, diverse work experience in IT including experience with systems architecture methodologies.
3. Some previous project leadership experience is desirable.
4. Applicable certifications preferred.
Experience: 1. Full technical knowledge of design and implementation of enterprise workflow systems, distributed architecture, intranet/internet architecture, and communication architectures.
2. A solid knowledge of the system development life cycle, and system and application program development technological alternatives and architecture methodologies for multi-platorm environments.
3. Proven understanding of state of the art for rules based architecture, object oriented component analysis and development (OOA,OOD,UML) and proficiency in Java, C++, Microsoft eCommerce applications, COM/DCOM, J2EE, CORBA.
4. Proven knowledge of client area's functions and systems.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal and consultative skills to work effectively with clients, peers, and IT management and staff.
6 Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
7. Ability to lead teams on short-term projects.
8. Strong knowledge of interface design and user centered design methods.
9. Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and other business related software systems and hardware.

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Robert Half Technology is looking for a great Web Architect who can assist one of our top clients. Our client is located in the downtown Chicago area in the Advertising and Marketing industry. Communication and agency experience would be a huge plus!<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: &#149; Demonstrated experience producing consumer-facing web applications in both .Net (ASP.Net/C#) and Java (JSP/Struts).
&#149; Experience in facilitating meetings with project stakeholders to capture and analyze requirements
&#149; Experience translating business requirements into technical specifications
&#149; Experience in logical data design
&#149; Experience with ORM techniques, specifically LINQ to SQL
&#149; Experience designing schemas for relational database systems
&#149; Experience designing schemas for XML to model data
&#149; Experience in transforming XML data using XSLT or LINQ
&#149; Experience in designing distributed, service-oriented architectures.
&#149; Experience in building and consuming web services and related technologies such as SOAP (Web Services) and REST.
&#149; Should have a strong knowledge of XHTML, CSS and JavaScript. Experience with common AJAX frameworks (ASP.Net AJAX, JQuery, Prototype) is extremely beneficial.

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Our client currently has an opening in Chicago for an OUTSTANDING web developer/designer. This is a temporary design postilion that will support multipule browsers including Foxfire and Safari as well as mobile devices such as black berry, Nokia, and iphone/iPod touch. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both design and development.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: This candidate must have a creative design style as well as 5+ years development experience. Her or she must be a PRO in CSS and HTML. In addition, the ideal candidate for this opportunity must have 3-5 years experience in web design that supports cross browsers (Firefox and Safari) as well as mobile devices. He or she will have 3-5 years experience with jQuery java script frame work in addition to outstanding analytical, oral, and written communication skills and a team friendly personality.

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Our client is a prestigious University in Chicago that is looking for an AWESOME part-time web content manager to help their media relations team. Ideally, we are looking for a candidate with a strong technical background but is able to work with Photoshop and video as well. He/She will be performing edits to web pages as well as posting press releases to their online database. <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: 2+ years with hand HTML coding
2+ years Adobe Photoshop
Experience in a software technical support role is a plus

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Our client is currently looking for a Front end Web Architect / Developer. The ideal candidate must have expert understanding of key components of web 2.0 architecture (AJAX,social networking,blogs etc). The ideal Web Architect must have excellent understanding of Javascript, CSS, HTML, PHP, Actionscript 2.0,3.0,Flash, Flex, JSP. She/he must be an expert in understanding of Search Engine Optimization techniques for various Rich Media technologies (XHTML/AJAX/FLASH). <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 ideal candidate must have 5+ years career or 7 years+ career experience with mid to large size brands. The ideal candidate must have the ability to hand code in all front end languages; rich media architecture experience;experience in multiple SDLC processes

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Job Title: ClearQuest Administrator
Location: Chicago, IL
Duration: 8+ months extendable position
Fulltime/ W2/ Mastech Inc

Skills Required:

Demonstrated Experience as IBM Rational ClearQuest Administrator (Enterprise) and Configuration Manager

Must have performed Schema changes, project setup, user maintenance, user training
Experience configuring IBM Rational tools to meet client process requirements, e.g. Build Forge, ClearQuest and RequisitePro.
Demonstrated Experience as IBM Rational RequisitePro user and administrator
Must have Support RequisitePro project users
Demonstrated Experience as IBM Rational Test Manager user and administrator
Must have Created & Executed Test Plan/Case/Script
Demonstrated Experience as IBM Rational Manual & Functional Tester administrator
Demonstrated experience integrating ClearQuest/ReqPro/Test Manager tools
Demonstrated experience implementing IBM Rational ClearCase and IBM Rational Build Forge
Strong knowledge and understanding of SDLC, IT and Development best practices.
Language skills in SQL, HTML, JAVA, XML, PERL, BATCH, Unix shell scripting.
Operating Systems expertise in UNIX (AIX, Linux), Windows XP and Windows Server 2003, and WebSphere.
Database expertise in IBM-DB2 and Microsoft SQL Server 2000/2005
At least 4 years of experience configuring and administering IBM Rational tools at enterprise level.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

Knowledge and experience integrating IBM Rational application environments with network environments, including expertise in firewall/router/LoadBalancing.

Demonstrated Troubleshooting experience with IBM Rational tools in complex network hosted environments at both LAN and WAN level.
Experience with VMware virtualized application environments.
Load building and deployment in the context of a complete SDLC (SDM/SOx), including hands-on experience with Release Build/Script instantiation.
Knowledge of performance and stress testing web-enabled tools to reduce build, testing and delivery time

Compensation and other relevant details:

1. We are looking only for people willing to join us directly as W2 employees.
2. W2 salaried with full benefits or W2 hourly all-inclusive rates.
3. Prefer Local candidates but W2 salaried employees may also receive relocation assistance.

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

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