Temporary Solutions Integration Specialist (up to 8 months)

Saint John, NB
On-site
Posted Oct 15, 2026
1 position

$61,043–$79,412 / year

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Employment type: Temporary
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: College diploma
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Administer, implement, maintain, and secure the City’s website, applications, databases, interfaces, and enterprise systems, including planning enhancements and resolving operational issues. Collaborate with IT colleagues, vendors, and stakeholders; document systems, report on performance and security, and provide rotating after-hours support.

Job details

Competition Number 26-095 Salary $61,043.00 - $79,412.00/Year Job Type Temporary Full Time Closing Date October 29, 2026 Share Facebook X Email LinkedIn Position Overview Under the direction of the IT Manager, the position is responsible for administration, implementation, and maintenance of the City’s website, web-based applications, software, data (including databases and interfaces), enterprise system and other applications. Plan and recommend information technology changes and or enhancements to the City’s software, applications, and databases to address specific problems or business requirements. Determine and implement configuration parameters for a wide variety of IT applications and interfaces Plan and guide the development, installation, maintenance, upgrades and repair of the City’s website, IT applications, databases, or servers as required Contribute to the development and implementation of IT policies and standard operating procedures related to the website, applications, and data Administer and monitor the security measures and configurations for applications and databases to ensure compliance with policies and standard operation procedures Maintain applications operation and ensure quick problem resolution as per the service level standards by monitoring all essential components of the application or database, establishing effective working relationships with vendors and communicating with the IT team Report and/or develop recommendations on the website, applications and database system performance, and security Complete and maintain documentation, as required. Works collaboratively with IT team members, customers, and other stakeholders to achieve objectives. Participate, on a rotation basis, in providing after hours support to users throughout the organization. Additional after-hours commitment may be required for application and database maintenance. Increase in responsibility and pay band with experience and certifications. Essential Qualifications Strong working knowledge in one or more of the following aspects: Windows 10 or 11 Microsoft Productivity Tools (Word, Excel, Power BI) Microsoft SharePoint Online and OneDrive, Power Platform Process mapping and architecture drawing software such as, MS Visio or Archimate Report Writing Tools, such as Cognos, Crystal Reports or other enterprise report writing tool SQL and Oracle Databases Web interfaces and data integration HTML / CSS ASP.NET JavaScript XML / XSLT / JSON Basic understanding in one or more of the following aspects: Networking, such as Active Directory, M365 administration, SQL server management, and/or Exchange) Developing PowerShell scripts Understanding with HTML5, CSS3, SQL, Javascript, PHP Laserfiche, escribe or other document repository systems Mobile app functionality Software implementation projects Strong technical, problem determination and resolution skills. Strong communication skills both verbal and written. Ability to identify, communicate and collaborate, with stakeholders including vendors and outside agencies Ability to establish, maintain and promote friendly, cooperative, and productive relationships with various members of the IT team. Must possess exceptional problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues and challenges. Ability to act with considerable degree of independence, scope, latitude, initiative and judgment in satisfying priorities, deadlines and requests concerning projects and issues being managed. Must have a demonstrated understanding of the underlying concepts of project management methodologies. Must have experience working using project management methodologies. Must have a demonstrated understanding of cybersecurity best practices for program or data transfer interface protocols Must have a demonstrated experience with data analysis and report generation using tools such as Power BI, Crystal Reports or Cognos Must maintain expert knowledge of current technological developments / trends in area of expertise. Ability to handle emergency situations in a calm and directed fashion, and lead teams in such situations as needed. Education, Training & Experience Completion of a two-year diploma program in database administration, or programming from an accredited college OR completion of a university degree in Computer Science or in a related discipline. This position requires the technical and operational acumen generally gained through progressive training and experience managing websites, IT applications & databases. Number of years of IT field experience combined with certifications will be considered in the hiring process. Must be Security Cleared. Must take Oath of Confidentiality. Must have Class 5 driver’s license. The successful applicant may be eligible to participate in a Flexible Time Options Program which includes the option of working a 4 or 5-day work week, subject to business requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and which we serve. We encourage and support applications from Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates who belong to such groups, who are qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection. Applications will be accepted through our online system only. Qualified applicants should submit their cover letters and resumes to: City of Saint John Attn: Hiring Committee www.saintjohn.ca (careers) Only those applicants being considered further will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a two-year diploma in database administration or programming, or a university degree in computer science or a related discipline, along with progressive experience managing websites, applications, and databases. Candidates must demonstrate technical troubleshooting, project management, cybersecurity, data analysis, and reporting capabilities, and must obtain security clearance, take an oath of confidentiality, and hold a Class 5 driver’s license.