Solutions Specialist (SharePoint & Office 365)

Solutions Specialist (SharePoint & Office 365)

Job Summary

The Solutions Specialist designs, develops and tests enterprise solutions as well as other custom application development projects using the .NET Framework, C#, VB.NET, ASP.NET, SharePoint, WCF, WPF, SQL Server and Azure components of Microsoft technology.

This position consults with functional leaders and developers to implement custom SharePoint applications and site definitions in ways that supports the business in housing and managing DUCA’s policies, procedures, support materials, business forms, promotional materials, and other documents.  

Key Accountabilities & Duties

• Oversee the SharePoint Portal Server infrastructure, user access and application deployment, leading the implementation of new SharePoint features across the organization
• Support the installation, configuration, security, operation, and maintenance of all web portal servers, equipment, and software related to SharePoint infrastructure
• Deploy and configure SharePoint sites, including creating and managing web applications and site collections, enabling end user access, and creating and managing DNS entries to maintain connectivity to SharePoint from inside and outside the DUCA environment
• Deploy fixes, updates, and service packs, and optimize SharePoint performance
• Train employees to utilize SharePoint functionality and services in collaboration with DUCA’s learning, communications, and operations teams
• Develop, document, and maintain policies, procedures and associated training plans for SharePoint administration and appropriate use
• Develop, configure, and maintain document libraries, enterprise lists and site collections
• Perform typical systems administrative activities, such as site creation, user training (with the Senior Learning & Performance Consultant), backup, restore, and issue resolution
• Consult on requests for changes or development of new pages, site design, site modification, application development or for a new site function
• Keep updated with computer/server/software technology
• Advise management on software and hardware support issues

Occupational Experience & Education Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on SharePoint development and architecture experience, creating SharePoint solutions including apps, master pages, custom page layouts, content types, workflows, and display templates for search.
• Experience with design, development and deployment of enterprise level portals and collaboration solutions on SharePoint 2013, 2016 and SharePoint Online platforms using .NET Framework, CSOM, JavaScript, jQuery, C#, PowerShell scripting, XML/XSLT, HTML and CSS
• Deep knowledge of related technologies such as: SQL Server, Internet Information Server, Windows Server, Azure, Office 365 and Active Directory
• Full software development lifecycle experience on enterprise-class, scalable applications

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Superior listening and consulting skills
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and efficiently
• Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills 
• Ability to work with non-technical staff and manage tight deadlines
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and achieve high level of results
• Ability to work on a team as well as independently with minimal supervision to achieve project milestones and deadlines

Working Conditions 

Normal office environment.

Department: IT

Primary Location: Corporate Office - 5255 Yonge Street, North York 

Employment Status: Full-time

Hours per Week: 38

Job Grade Level: 7

About DUCA

DUCA exists to help people do more, be more and achieve more with their money and their lives. We’re driven by a co-operative philosophy that puts our Members (and Owners) at the centre of every decision we make, gives them a voice in how we’re run and rewards them for their loyalty by sharing our profits.

At DUCA, we’re dedicated to creating a positive environment where our employees have growth and development opportunities, a healthy work/life balance, opportunities to give back to the community, and a focus on doing what is right for our Members. DUCA offers a competitive total compensation package including base salary, a short-term incentive (bonus) program, a comprehensive benefits program, pension plan, and employee banking benefits.

To learn more about DUCA please visit our website at https://www.duca.com/.

DUCA is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Recruitment related accommodations will be provided upon request.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their application. Applications must include both a resume and cover letter. We thank all applicants but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.