Improving Decision Making: Using the Internet to Locate Jobs Requiring Information Systems

Knowledge (p. 31)

Visit job-posting Web sites such as Monster.com or hotjobs.com. Spend some time at the sites examining jobs for accounting,
finance, sales, marketing, and human resources. Find two or three descriptions of jobs that require some information systems
knowledge. What information systems knowledge do these jobs require? What do you need to do to prepare for these jobs? Write a
one- to two-page report summarizing your findings.

#1- Business Analyst - Accounting Systems Click to view job

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the area’s premier and rapidly expanding IT Solutions Companies.  UNIVERSAL Technologies offers a
comprehensive compensation package to include competitive salary, health insurance (90% employer paid), dental insurance (80% employer paid),
life insurance, flexible spending accounts, pre-tax dependent care, pre-tax transportation programs, paid time off, 401k, and paid holidays.

UNIVERSAL Technologies, LLC is an enterprise integration company focused at delivering IT solutions to both government agencies and commercial
entities. We provide architecture, design and deployment in a range of enterprise level services. We hire the best and brightest in all competencies
to ensure that our clients are receiving the most professional, technologically savvy and business necessary engineering services.

Job Duties:
The Business Analyst will be responsible for supporting various Accounting, Budget, and Procurement systems in the following areas:

 Analyze and document business requirements

 Investigate and resolve software issues and defects
 Work with technical analysts to research problems and find and implement solutions
 Test software to ensure it meets specifications and identify any defects
 Support business users in the processing of business events
 Run simulations of business event processing
 Communicate issues and status to management

Required Skills:

 Hands-on, in depth knowledge of accounting or budgeting business processes and practices (knowledge of government accounting a
strong plus)
 Experience as a production support analyst
 Experience working with planning, process and analysis/reporting tools such as; Oracle, SQL, Crystal Reports, MS Access, Excel  
 Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
 Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Education

 A degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field from a recognized college or university required

UNIVERSAL Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This particular job requires current and future likely changes in software and telecommunications. For example, they
require experience with software titles such as Oracle, SQL, Crystal Reports, Microsoft Access, as well as Excel. They
also must have experience with the business models and problem solving phases for the field. To be prepared for this
job, you would need to ensure that you meet their required skills. Brush up on your software experience as well the
other things mentioned, like your communication skills. If you’re of foreign descent and have an accent, make sure
that others are able to understand you. Know the field and be able to present likely solutions to problems that may
arise in the field.
Improving Decision Making: Using the Internet to Locate Jobs Requiring Information Systems
Knowledge (p. 31)
Visit job-posting Web sites such as Monster.com or hotjobs.com. Spend some time at the sites examining jobs for accounting,
finance, sales, marketing, and human resources. Find two or three descriptions of jobs that require some information systems
knowledge. What information systems knowledge do these jobs require? What do you need to do to prepare for these jobs? Write a
one- to two-page report summarizing your findings.

#2- Director of Web Marketing for Waiting Room Solutions Click to view job

About the Company

Waiting Room Solutions ( www.waitingroomsolutions.com ) is the leading web based Electronic Medical Record and Practice Management system
provider.  We deliver innovative solutions to the physician office market through the Software as a Service (SaaS) model.  Our rapid growth has
been fueled by our innovative solutions, the recent Federal Stimulus funding,  and the rapid growth of the Health Information Technology (HIT)
sector. To learn more about what we do log onto www.waitingroomsolutions.com.

About the Opportunity

We currently seek a top-tier individual for the Director of Web Marketing position.  The selected individual needs to be extremely self-motivated
and have operational experience with web marketing.  Goals that will be required of the successful candidate include the following:

 Write and manage press releases for the company.

 Obtain and publish testimonials from our key clients.
 Search engine optimize the marketing site to connect with our target audience.
 Corporate marketing site maintenance, oversight and strategy.
 Web marketing through blogs, link strategy execution and social networking.
 Customer Relationship Management using a CRM system and advance the company’s CRM goals.  Strong operational knowledge of CRM
systems is required.
 Conduct marketing research using web metrics and other tools to monitor effectiveness of marketing campaigns

 
Required Qualifications and Skills
 
 BA in Marketing or related field
 Superior intellect.  We seek a graduate from a top-tier school with excellent academic achievement.
 The ability to conduct market research and apply market research results
 The ability to identify and reach distinct market segments
 Superior writing skills -- writing samples must be submitted for review.
 Operational knowledge and experience using CRM systems including SalesForce, Sugar CRM, VTiger or on-premises equivalents.
 Superior computer skills and experience using web-based tools.
 Experience with search engine optimization.  The selected candidate must have experience with website creation and optimization.  If
you have not created a website and optimized the site for search engines, please do not apply for this position.  Please submit samples of
websites created and optimized.
 Experience with email and/or fax marketing campaigns.
 Web marketing experience.
 Website analytics experience
 Knowledge of the press release cycle and associated tools
 Video production and editing knowledge is a plus, but not required.
 Healthcare marketing experience is a plus, but not required.

This particular job requires an understanding of Internet and marketing database systems, and how they impact
traditional marketing activities. For example, they require experience with CRM systems like SalesForce. They also
require “superior” computer skills for web-based tools. To prepare for this, you should know the field. Be sure to
know the required softwares and brush up on anything that you don’t know or have little experience in.

#3- Human Resources Associate Click to view job

Improving Decision Making: Using the Internet to Locate Jobs Requiring Information Systems
Knowledge (p. 31)
Visit job-posting Web sites such as Monster.com or hotjobs.com. Spend some time at the sites examining jobs for accounting,
finance, sales, marketing, and human resources. Find two or three descriptions of jobs that require some information systems
knowledge. What information systems knowledge do these jobs require? What do you need to do to prepare for these jobs? Write a
one- to two-page report summarizing your findings.

TheStreet.com is in search of a highly motivated bright and energetic HR Associate to join our dynamic organization.  If you have a “take-charge”
personality, a good sense of humor, a comfort with numbers and thrive on challenge, then we invite you to apply.  The HR Associate will act as the
primary liaison between the staff and HR department for all payroll, benefits and general policy questions.  This is the perfect opportunity for a
recent college graduate looking to get their foot in the door in a Human Resources department.

Responsibilities: 

·         Maintain and update employee information for payroll and benefits.
·         Assist employees with payroll and benefits inquiries.
·         Manage multi-state payroll for 350+ employees using ADP payroll system.
·         Interface with benefits vendors and generate invoices as needed.
·         Maintain facilities administration on a day-to-day basis.
·         Occasional administrative HR projects.

Requirements:

·         BA/BS from accredited college or university

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
·         Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
·         Ability to work independently and to maintain the confidentiality, sensitivity, and security of information.
·         Strong internal customer service skills.
·         Friendly and professional demeanor.

This particular job requires the knowledge of new software that makes management more efficient and effective. For
example, the job requires knowledge of the ADP payroll system as well as proficiency in Microsoft Excel. These are
two required softwares that one applying should be proficient in. To prepare for this job, confirm that you’re
proficient in Excel and that you have a good understanding of the ADP payroll system. If you’re unsure, consult online
help or books and brush up on the skills. Pay attention to their other requirements, such as having a friendly and
professional demeanor. If you know that you’re not as “friendly” as most, work on it, or don’t apply.