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| Employer Name: Solutions for Progress |
SpiderID: 2259458 |
| Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Date Posted: 6/6/2008 |
| Wage: $35,000 - $45,000 |
Category: Computer Software/Programming |
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| Number Of Openings: 1 |
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Job Description:
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Using a customized programming environment, the Systems Analyst develops tax and public assistance modules and related technologies for The Benefit Bank (TBB) web application. TBB provides an easy-to-use platform for low-income households to apply for benefits and file taxes. While writing code in our programming environment, which utilizes Perl, XML, and UNIX, the Systems Analyst typically analyzes and synthesizes public policy research, tax and benefits requirements, electronic submission specifications, on-screen content, and the needs of low- to moderate-income individuals. The Systems Analyst manages projects and coordinates with a team of developers, in a collaborative, progressive, and mission-driven office environment. Solutions for Progress is an equal opportunity employer with a friendly and pleasant work environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Analyze research documents about taxes and governmental programs
Define software requirements
Diagram software using flowcharts
Develop questions in XML-based framework to capture data needed to fulfill requirements
Write formulas in XML-based language to calculate program eligibility, populate electronic and paper applications, and manipulate question data
Coordinate research and content development components
Define and integrate new programming tools
Manage development projects
Job Requirements:
[√] Undergraduate Degree
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelors Degree in math, physics, computer science, engineering or a related discipline, or comparable work experience
Demonstrated ability in math and/or analytical reasoning
Ability to work in a highly collaborative, creative environment, both independently and as a team player
Ability to communicate and work with technical and non-technical team members
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Familiarly with XML, UNIX, legal or technical writing recommended
Working knowledge of a programming language (e.g. Perl, Python) preferred
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
Two years professional experience preferred
IMPORTANT QUALITIES
Enjoys problem-solving and technological challenges
Interest in economic and social justice
Ability to learn and work independently, on technical and logical problems
Comfortable in a progressive, flexible, and loosely structured work environment
Application Requirements
Interested applicants should submit the following materials: cover letter; resume.
Job Criteria:
Start Date: Immediately
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Years of Experience Required: 2
Education Required: Bachelors
Overnight Travel: None
Vacation Time: 3 weeks / year
Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Flex Time, Casual Dress, Other Benefits
Company Profile:
Solutions for Progress is a progressive public policy technology company providing services that directly assist low and middle income families to obtain public benefits easily and with dignity.
We work with federal, state and local government, faith- and community-based organizations and national civic organizations, who are seeking to disseminate resources to underserved populations, to meet anti-poverty and economic development agendas and to implement e-government solutions by mobilizing untapped income sources both to pay for the services and to meet the needs of the populations served.
Our primary product is the pioneering Web-based service, The Benefit Banka free service that assists low- and moderate-income households in maximizing their tax credits and public benefits by completing and submitting tax returns and applications for these benefits.
Contact Information:
| Contact Name: Rick Boardman |
Company Type: Employer |
| Company: Solutions for Progress |
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| Street: 728 S. Broad Street |
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| City: Philadelphia |
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| State: Pennsylvania |
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| Zip: 19146 |
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Web Site: http://www.solutionsforprogress.com/
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