Application Systems Specialist II

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

$101K — $141K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
  • 5 years of technical leadership experience in third-party software selection and implementation.
  • 3 years of expertise in project management, business process analysis, and reporting.
  • Strong knowledge of COTS application systems and best practices for user assessment.
  • Familiarity with Windows Server 2012+, SQL Server 2012+, and Microsoft technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct requirement assessments to develop application documentation.
  • Review and recommend system architectures for reliability and extensibility.
  • Perform product analysis and ensure compatibility with the organization’s environment.
  • Develop data conversion processes and compliance procedures.
  • Create test cases and ensure comprehensive testing of system requirements.
  • Manage application deployment and transition plans to sustain usability after project conclusion.
  • Support incident management and training for end-users on application systems.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees.
  • Flexible retirement plans with employer contributions and matching.
  • Generous paid leave policies including annual and sick leave.
  • 15 paid holidays including discretionary and birthday leave.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support.
Full Job Description
Salary: $101,064.00 - $141,491.00 Annually
Location : 10005 E. Osborn Rd, Scottsdale, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Information Technology
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: 8/25/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

Definition

Under general supervision of the Application Systems Manager, conducts business process analysis, systems modeling, application systems requirements, design, configuration, testing, implementation and support of low to medium complexity, low to medium risk, Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) application systems. This job class is treated as FLSA Exempt.

Essential Functions: Essential functions may vary among positions and may include the following tasks and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification
Examples of Tasks

1. Application Selection and Implementation:
  • Requirements Gathering: Utilizes established IT methods to conduct requirement assessments and develop application related documentation.
  • Architecture, Design and Configuration: Reviews the functional, technical, and software architecture of system solutions and makes recommendations based on architectures that are extensible and proven to be reliable in the industry. Develops system design and configuration specifications to meet functional requirements.
  • Product Research: Conducts product analysis, cost-benefit analysis and product selection to ensure application purchases meet the long-range needs of the Community. Ensures selected applications are compatible with the SRPMIC computing environment and that applications meet user requirements.
  • Data Conversion: Develops data conversion process and procedures in compliance with department data conversion controls.
  • Testing: Develops test cases along with traceability matrices to ensure that all system, technical and functional requirements have been tested.
  • Implementation and Release: Develops implementation communication and production change plans to ensure smooth product delivery.
  • Project to Sustaining Transition: Develops plans, procedures, and documentation to transition applications from project to sustaining mode smoothly and without disruption to the application users.

2. Business Process Analysis:
  • Use Case Development: Develops use cases for both existing and proposed systems to document both "as-is" and "to-be" system usage.

3. Application Support:
  • Client Management: Maintains customer and client relationships in a professional and respectful manner.
  • Vendor Management: Maintains vendor relationships in a professional manner. Conducts quarterly reviews of vendor performance.
  • Incident Management: Monitors production system incidents and ensures issues are resolved in accordance with established service level agreements.
  • Service Request Management: Ensures service requests are designed, developed, tested and implemented in accordance with department standards meeting the agreed upon service level agreement.
  • Application Currency: Monitors and reviews supported applications to keep abreast of releases and upgrades to ensure that the production version of the supported system meets the department currency policies, procedures and controls.
  • Change Management: Ensures all production changes are made in accordance with the department change control policies, procedures and controls.
  • Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis: Decomposes and analyzes incidents to identify the root cause and implement controls to prevent or mitigate reoccurrence.
  • Training: Plans and manages end-user training for Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) application systems. Develops end-user training plans that may require vendor contracts or teaching end-user training courses.
  • Security: Support Cybersecurity penetration testing in remediation of findings and yearly application account audit process.

4. Mentoring:
  • Peer Reviews: Conducts peer reviews of other Application Analysts work products to ensure quality and completeness.
  • Provides guidance and constructive feedback to the Application Systems Analyst Level I so they attain the technical and customer service skills along with experience necessary to perform independently and further develop knowledge and skills in their domain.

5. Project Management:
  • Operational Project Management: Serves as the Project Manager on operational projects. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, developing and maintaining project schedules, and supporting project team members. Coordinating tasks and resolving issues encountered with various technical divisions.
  • Project Role Fulfillment: Fulfills Design/Configuration, Testing, Release, and User Education roles on projects managed by the Project Management Office (PMO).

6. Contract Management:
  • Software Support: Reviews and manages software support to ensure that systems are covered by adequate vendor support.

7. Miscellaneous: Performs other job related duties as assigned by the Application Systems Manager, Assistant IT Director (Application Systems) or IT Director.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills and Other Characteristics:

  • Knowledge of the history, culture, laws, customs and traditions of the SRPMIC.
  • Knowledge of various project management and software methodologies
  • Knowledge of methodologies for evaluating current-state business workflow with best practices and procedures to create business workflow recommendations and documentation.
  • Knowledge of project management including scoping, design, implementation planning and documentation.
  • Knowledge of performing user needs assessment and evaluation of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) application systems to meet user expectations.
  • Knowledge of Windows Server 2012 or greater.
  • Knowledge of SQL Server 2012 or greater.
  • Knowledge of Windows 10.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Reporting Services 2015 or greater.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Windows PowerShell.

  • Skill teaching computer usage in one-on-one and classroom environments.
  • Skill resolving application problems.
  • Skill communicating effectively both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization.

  • Ability to accurately diagnose application related problems and take appropriate, timely and accurate corrective action.
  • Ability to interact with computer users at all levels including either one-to-one or classroom environment.
  • Ability to work independently and as an effective and productive team member.
  • Ability to seek job knowledge through own initiative.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and use good judgment in prioritizing work assignments.
  • Ability to attend or conduct various meetings as needed.
  • Ability to keep current on new technology and expose customers and fellow team members to new tools and technologies.


Minimum Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline.

Experience: Five (5) years' experience providing technical leadership in the third party off the shelf software selection, implementation and support.
  • Five (5) years demonstrated expertise performing the following tasks:
    • Application Selection and Implementation
    • Application Support
  • Three (3) years of demonstrated expertise performing the following tasks:
    • Project Management
    • Business Process Analysis
    • Data Conversion
    • Report Writing
    • Training
Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and experience that will allow the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be considered.

Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill
Special Requirements
    • May be required to work beyond normal work hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
    • May be required to work beyond normal work hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
    • May be required to receive and maintain a Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, Community Regulatory License and State Certification (ADOG).

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Employee Benefits Overview

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, designed to enhance your quality of life both at work and at home. Below is a summary of the benefits available to SRPMIC employees. Plan details and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire and are subject to change.

Health Care Benefits

SRPMIC provides medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in standard plans. These benefits represent a significant part of your total compensation.

Medical: Choose from three plan options to fit your needs-the Low Deductible Plan, the Mid-Deductible Plan, and the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). As a self-funded plan, SRPMIC directly covers the cost of medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision services for all participants.

Dental: Enjoy nationwide access to the Humana Dental PPO/Traditional Preferred network, offering flexibility and choice in selecting dental care providers.

Vision: Coverage is provided through Davis Vision, including eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses. Members also benefit from discounted rates on additional eyewear and services.

Life Insurance: All eligible employees are automatically enrolled in a fully paid basic term life insurance policy with a matching accidental death benefit.

Retirement Plans

SRPMIC supports your long-term financial goals through multiple retirement plan options:

401(k) and Roth Plans: Eligible employees can participate in both pre-tax and post-tax retirement savings plans. SRPMIC contributes 5% of your compensation to the pre-tax 401(k) and matches up to 3% of your salary deferral contributions.

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS): Available to eligible certified police officers and firefighters.

Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS): Available to Salt River School educators.

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): A retiree HRA with Health Equity, which is a tax-advantaged employer-funded account that retired employees (Age 55+) can use for qualified medical expenses, including some premiums, and out-of-pocket expenses such as copays and deductibles.

Paid Leave & Holidays

Annual & Sick Leave: Employees accrue separate balances for sick and annual leave each pay period. Sick leave may be used for personal or family illness and medical appointments, while annual leave covers vacation or personal time.

Holidays: SRPMIC observes 15 paid holidays each year, including two discretionary holidays and one day of birthday leave.

Other SRPMIC Paid Benefits

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

SRPMIC offers a confidential Employee Assistance Program through SupportLinc, available at no cost to employees, their dependents, and household members.

Additional Voluntary Benefits

WellPath Wellness Program: A voluntary wellness initiative that encourages healthy living and rewards participation with incentives. Available to all employees and their dependents.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Administered by HealthEquity, FSAs allow you to pay for eligible health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

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