Microsoft Application Specialist – Contract

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Position Overview: The Application Specialist will help bridge business operations and enterprise technology by supporting and helping lead innovation initiatives involving corporate systems, ERP and Microsoft technologies.

This is a hands-on application and Microsoft systems role covering platform administration, workflow automation, application integration, business intelligence/data analysis and technology initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer Microsoft environments including:
• Exchange
• SharePoint Online
• OneDrive
• Microsoft Teams
• Translate business policies into ERP system rules, approval workflows and role-based permissions.
• Build workflow automation and low-code/no-code solutions using:
• Power Automate
• Power Apps
• Power BI
• SharePoint Lists
• Internal ERP workflow tools
• Support integration between corporate applications and ERP/CRM systems such as Dynamics 365 and PSD Citywide using APIs.
• Develop custom reports, SQL queries, PowerShell scripts and Power BI dashboards.
• Support data cleansing and migration.
• Gather business requirements.
• Participate in technology initiatives through the systems life cycle.
• Assist with RFP/RFQ preparation, option evaluation and recommendations.
• Develop and monitor project schedules and budgets.
• Work with external project managers and vendors.
• Manage escalations and provide application support.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of IT experience supporting, maintaining or implementing enterprise-level systems in a production environment, or a combination of related education and experience.
• Workflow automation and development.
• Application integration and data management.
• Experience with technologies including SQL, PowerShell, GPOs, SharePoint Lists, Microsoft Forms, Power Platform automation and API integration.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, report-writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Valid Ontario Class G driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Acceptable Criminal Record Check required before commencing the position.
  
  
  

Nice to Have

• At least one year in a Microsoft administration role.
• ITIL/system life-cycle management training.
• Microsoft certifications.
• Power Platform certifications.
• PL-300 certification.
• Experience leading business or technology initiatives in a corporate environment.
  
  
  

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