SharePoint Developer

Job Responsibility:

First Canadian is a national organization and we are experiencing unprecedented growth!

We aim to hire bright, hard-working people who share our values. We seek employees who are committed to learning, career growth, and opportunity. We take pride in being an organization that our employees support long-term. We believe in our employees and celebrate their success by asking for employee opinions and feedback so that we continue to be a Great Place to Work.

We award our team with the following:

• Off work 1 hour early on Fridays.
• Earned Time-Off Program and vacation.
• Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.
• Hybrid work options may be available.
• On-site gym including free weekly classes with a qualified trainer.
• Newly renovated facility with ergonomic desks/chairs.
• Educational assistance and career development.
• Employee benefits.
• Health and Wellness spending account.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• A Culture Team dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and employee programs.
• Employee recognition and appreciation events.
• French is not required for this role but is an asset, an uplift of 5% may be applied after the probationary period for qualified professional level French bilingualism (both spoken and written).

Check out our company page for all the information on why we believe First Canadian is an employer of choice!

If you are motivated to succeed by helping people, then this is the opportunity for you!

Reporting to the IT Manager, based in Sherwood Park, our SharePoint Developer plays a pivotal role in driving our organization's technology initiatives. This position requires a proactive, project-driven individual who excels in facilitating change and demonstrates exceptional leadership skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, capable of understanding business processes quickly and executing tasks with minimal direction. As a SharePoint Developer, you will be responsible for configuring and managing our SharePoint environment, including designing and implementing document libraries, shared storage spaces, and backup procedures. Your role demands expertise in Windows operating systems and a strong ability to enhance the end-user experience through seamless integration and efficient online collaboration.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation and configuration of SharePoint sites, workflows, and applications to streamline business processes and enhance operational efficiency company-wide.
• Spearhead the design and deployment of a comprehensive SharePoint environment across the business, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and departmental needs.
• Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements, translate business needs into technical solutions, and provide ongoing support to ensure successful adoption and utilization of SharePoint throughout the organization.
• Collaborate with the Information Technology and Business Systems Department teams to develop custom SharePoint platform, installations, integrations, and departmental based libraries.
• Maintain network infrastructure and oversee encryption procedures, security zone configuration, and firewall management.
• Provide strategic insights into information architecture and governance to optimize data management practices.
• Develop and implement content migration strategies, data retrieval processes, and backup procedures to ensure data integrity.
• Perform regular maintenance on the SharePoint platform, including servers and intranet to ensure optimal performance.
• Implement robust data governance policies and procedures to uphold data quality and integrity.
• Ensure adequate storage capacity by performing regular data clean-ups and archiving.
• Manage user accounts, control access to document libraries, and configure permissions.
• Deliver comprehensive SharePoint training and support for end-users to ensure effective use of the platform.
• Proactively troubleshoot and resolve any SharePoint issues or malfunctions.
• Review usage and activity reports, making adjustments as needed to enhance user experiences and optimize platform performance.
• Stay updated with SharePoint advancements and trends, executing version updates and upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements related to SharePoint.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions effectively.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or similar is required.
• At least 2-4 years' experience as a SharePoint Developer.
• Extensive knowledge of Windows operating systems, as well as SQL Server, Power BI, PowerShell, and Office 365.
• Knowledge of SharePoint tools, including ULS Logs, workflows, and SharePoint forms for tasks.
• Experience delivering thorough technical support and training for end-users.
• Superb collaboration, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Fluent in English with proven competencies in verbal and written communication, is required.
• Fluent in French with proven competencies in verbal and written communication, is an asset.

Thank you for considering our organization.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Accommodations are available upon request.