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Description Description Position Title: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) Location: Coralville, IA (must be available to be on-site) Reports to: Director of Engineering Status: Full-Time, Exempt, Salary Overview Leepfrog Technologies is an education technology company headquartered in the Iowa City-Cedar Rapids region in eastern Iowa. We have a team of over 150 professionals who are passionate about higher education and student success. Leepfrog’s primary product is CourseLeaf, an academic operations platform that supports curriculum, catalog, scheduling, registration, and syllabi management. Over 500 colleges and universities and 5.5 million students are using CourseLeaf to thrive. A Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) is responsible for developing testing scenarios for implementation of Leepfrog’s web-based and supporting applications. They will understand product uses and consistently work to develop a deeper understanding of the product. They assist developers in ensuring that the functional specifications are fulfilled and provides feedback to help create a robust and quality product and understands the development and implementation practices needed to obtain and retain customer satisfaction. They understand and help to promote process improvement ideas that drive more efficient software development. Duties Maintain a sufficient level of software test automation knowledge needed for Leepfrog to be highly successful. Manage time efficiently, effectively review specs, and communicate schedule issues appropriately. Maintain high productivity and composure in high pressure situations. Initiate change when appropriate, question established methods and support new ones. Propose, design and support process improvements, better tools, and evolving techniques. Assist in ensuring Leepfrog best practice s/w development and documentation processes are followed. Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with other froggers. Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure optimal web application and form functionality. Propose, design and implement testing scenarios used to test quality code. Understand and support the Leepfrog DNA. Use testing programs including Microsoft Playwright and other automated integration and end to end testing solutions. Adheres to all Leepfrog personnel policies and procedures, departmental policies and Safety guidelines. Behaves in a manner consistent with all Leepfrog compliance policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. Will work within an Agile process to record product quality control issues, track progress toward resolutions, communicate effective workarounds for clients and provide estimated completion dates for tested items. Requirements Qualifications Previous professional experience (no less than 3 years) in software test automation is required Previous experience in a SaaS environment preferred Advanced programming knowledge and experience with: JavaScript, SQL, DOM, Ajax, JQuery required Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (preferably Playwright) required Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering or comparable experience in web application development from the layout/user interface to relational database structures Skills Analyzing Data or Information – Expert at identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards – Highly experienced with using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with documented behavior, functional specifications, or standards. Gathering Information – Passion for observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others – Willing to translating or explain what information, data, or documentation means and how it can be used to many different types of stakeholders. Communicating with Others – Excellent communication providing information to stakeholders, co-workers, and clients by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships – Well versed on developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. Documenting and Recording Information –Engages in entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information, instructions, and documentation in written/electronic form. Programming Knowledge and Expertise – Continuously improving the skills and knowledge with modern testing frameworks, third party tools and processes - specifically focusing on JavaScript and SQL. Testing Expertise - Familiar with the concepts of Unit, Integration, Regression, Smoke, Sanity and System testing. Regression Testing Knowledge - Familiar with Progressive, Selective, and Complete Regression test patterns #J-18808-Ljbffr

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays*
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits*
• Flexible Spending Account*
• Employer Paid Life & AD&D*
• Supplemental Benefits*
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)

• Supervise and train admissions staff, ensuring they are focused on supporting the facilities' admissions processes
• Work as backup support to the central admissions and hospital liaison teams
• Develop and maintain relationships with referral sources to generate leads and sustain admissions
• Manage the admissions department budget and ensure efficient use of resources
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators related to admissions to assess effectiveness and refine strategies
• Contribute to strategic planning for the facilities and organization by identifying opportunities to grow and improve census development and admissions
• Ensure all Census Development and Admissions practices comply with healthcare industry regulations
• Identify new market opportunities and develop creative strategies for growth within the facility
• Travel required across the Accura footprint
• Works closely with Executive Directors, Directors of Nursing, and other leaders to build strong relationships to drive referral traffic
• Work to achieve budgeted census weekly in all locations
• Embrace Accura's Purpose, Mission, Vision, and Values, and serve as a strong representative of the company

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience in skilled nursing
• Effective communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications: including advanced-level Word and Excel; intermediate-level PowerPoint
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable presenting to referral sources, community groups and others
• Knowledge of legal contract language and proven contract negotiation skills
• Strong customer service and business partnership skills
• Effective analytical skills and ability to identify barriers and elevate issues
• Proven time management skills
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Experience in developing and maintaining strong census development processes, strategies, and best practices
• Ability to foster and maintain relationships with facilities, referral sources, and community contacts
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements related to admissions in long-term care
• Ability to conduct market research and analysis
• Solid understanding of finance and cost-saving principles
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong decision-making skills

The University of Iowa Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences has a long history of providing outstanding care for our patients, conducting leading-edge, collaborative research, and educating the next generation of ophthalmologists and vision science researchers.

The University of Iowa Center for Advancement (UICA) works to support the University of Iowa through engagement and philanthropy and seeks an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and strategic fundraising leader to serve as Executive Director of Development for Vision reporting to the Associate Vice President, Health Sciences Development. This role will lead fundraising efforts for the department of Ophthalmology and provide strategic development oversight to the Institute for Vision Research partnering with dynamic, visionary campus leaders.

**This position is eligible for hybrid work (telecommuting) which includes working on-site at our office in Iowa City at least 3 days per week.**

**Required: Please submit cover letter with application.**

Identification

• Collaborates with Prospect Management staff on the identification of prospects (based on capacity, giving history, and affiliation) from among pools that may include alumni, patients, or other supporters of the university

• Works with Prospect Management staff to develop strategy for managing prospects
• Conducts all activities, particularly those involving constituent data, according to established laws, policies, procedures, and standards and with the full support of UICA, UI, and UI Hospitals and Clinics as relevant

• Efficiently conducts proactive outreach calls and messages to secure face-to-face qualification meetings

• Optimizes qualification pool of potential major gift prospects with the goal of growing a continuous pipeline of donors capable of making gifts of $50,000+
• Models the role of a trusted philanthropic advisor, using transparent communication and educating donors about the giving process

• Manages portfolio of active major gift prospects and develops their readiness to advance
• Develops and implements donor-centric cultivation strategies, collaborating with colleagues as needed
• Facilitates prospects' decision-making process; helps them understand next steps and articulate the link between their personal objectives and institutional priorities
• Maintains expert knowledge needed to ensure donors are fully informed about the full range of planned giving options. Maintains expert knowledge of funding priorities within and beyond assigned unit, consulting with UICA colleagues and campus partners as needed

• Meets expectations for solicitations, gifts closed, and average gift size (goals established annually with the supervisor in alignment with organization-wide metrics)
• Identifies meaningful ways for donor to achieve their desired impact while meeting funding needs

• Develops, implements, and participates in appropriate stewardship activities (e.g., acknowledgement letters, publicity events) for donors as relevant, working with stewardship staff as needed
• Maintains integrity of database through timely submittal of stewardship plans and contact reports for all significant interactions

• Partners with campus leaders and UICA leadership to develop strategic fundraising priorities and a comprehensive multi-year plan to increase private gift support
• Manages fundraising program for assigned unit, including any special campaigns for program and capital support, in cooperation with campus partners/leaders
• Leverages trusted working relationships with faculty partners and leaders; communicates frequently regarding progress toward goals
• Prepares partners/leaders as necessary for donor meetings and guides their critical role in the giving conversation and donor engagement process
• Collaborates with CFR staff as relevant to identify and cultivate corporate and foundation gift prospects for assigned unit

• Plans and oversees the overall operational, reporting, budgetary, and financial responsibilities of assigned UICA unit
• Develops and maintains work systems, procedures, and productivity standards that advance the mission and goals of the team and enable optimum performance of the people and other resources within it
• Allocates resources to effectively accomplish the work of the assigned unit
• Monitors, evaluates, and aims to improve effectiveness of unit operations
• Makes business decisions that are consistent with UICA mission/vision and our organizational culture and values

• Manages all aspects of the employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding through separation
• Empowers employees to take responsibility for their jobs and prioritizes trust and transparent communication as the basis for a productive relationship
• Supports employees in developing meaningful goals aligned with those of the assigned unit and UICA and in achieving/surpassing those goals
• Inspires performance through clear expectations and ongoing feedback
• Supports employees struggling to meet expectations for productivity, quality, and goal attainment
• Identifies and anticipates competency gaps within individuals and the UICA unit as a whole
• Motivates, develops, coaches, and rewards employees for growth in competencies over time, leading to new opportunities for subject matter expertise or leadership
• Partners with Talent Management to achieve optimum results for employees, self, unit, and UICA
• Creates a work environment that is consistent with UICA mission/vision and that emphasizes our organizational culture and values

Director, Clinical Services - Center for Disabilities & Development Director, Clinical Services - Center for Disabilities & Development 1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants This position will lead and provide operational management to CDD’s clinical, grant, and business functions, ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of health services, medical care, medical/health professions education, and grant/contract programs. Responsibilities include directing the planning, evaluation, and performance improvement of healthcare operations, clinical education programs, community engagement, and research initiatives to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality in services provided. This role will be key in planning and executing CDD's relocation to the new Northgate Drive building projected for mid-2027. Human Resource Management Ensure CDD/UCEDD management maintains fair and consistent HR practices in line with UI, UIHC, State and Federal laws, policies, and procedures. Hold CDD unit leaders accountable for high performance and engagement by articulating expectations, monitoring performance, and consistently providing feedback across areas of responsibility. Approve resource allocations and staffing models. Oversee operational management of the assigned staff providing service throughout the Center for Disabilities and Development. Assure that performance expectations are clearly understood for direct reports. Hold staff accountable to meet or exceed patient and client needs/expectations and maintain standards of collaboration and respect within and among interprofessional teams. Build an effective leadership team. Prepare leadership staff to lead, participate in, and serve as effective members of the interprofessional clinical team and grant/community projects team. Demonstrate commitment to people; coach and develop staff to participate in team decision-making. Actively seek participation from staff in decision-making and customer service improvement activities. Adhere to all Iowa Healthcare guidelines and respective collective bargaining agreements. Financial & Data Management & Analysis Develop a comprehensive strategy and determine budget priorities and targets for CDD’s multiple clinical, UCEDD, education, and research functions, negotiating among them to address and resolve resource issues. Develop and monitor key performance indicators and ensure progress is being met to achieve budget goals. Responsible for overall financial performance of CDD to include clinical, UCEDD, education, research and grant funds Hold unit leaders across CDD’s clinical divisions, research, education, and community engagement accountable for managing budgets, working within the University, UIHC, and funder expectations for proper financial oversight. Communicate with and support unit clinical leadership teams by providing feedback, ideas, and suggestions regarding goals, anticipated challenges or barriers, and proposals for achieving them. Work with leaders within CDD, UIHC, and the College to innovatively address and resolve budget issues. Seek methods to enhance revenue within clinical and UCEDD enterprises and ensure state appropriation's viability. Utilize and analyze metrics to drive value and ensure cost-effective allocation of resources. Partner with business units across the organization on identified systemic themes, issues, or concerns to address broadly. Operations, Standards of Care, Regulatory Compliance, Quality & Patient Satisfaction: Work across CDD’s multiple clinical functions to develop and monitor quality and service indicators. For the entire department, develop tracking mechanisms for all areas, including benchmarking, to identify broad themes, and partner with clinical and medical leadership to implement corrective measures. Oversee patient satisfaction and quality indicators. Develop and monitor key performance indicators and ensure progress is being met to achieve targeted goals. Ensure that clinical services, educational programs, and grant/contract activities comply with all applicable internal and external requirements. Oversee building maintenance, design, and renovation projects. Ensure that personnel meet and understand regulatory standards. Patient Care/Services Delivery Work across CDD’s multiple clinical functions and with CDD’s medical director and physician leader to implement best care practices and new models of care/service. In partnership with Assistant CDA, identify and address opportunities for improvement and review proposals and ideas for changes in patient care services. Develop business and financial proformas to review with senior leadership. Develop and monitor key performance indicators to ensure progress is being made towards targeted goals. Inform and guide business development, changes in service mix, and alignment with organizational practices. Address and resolve implementation issues across clinical functions and with other departments. Seek and evaluate best practices by benchmarking with like institutions to improve patient care outcomes continuously. Planning & Goal Management Lead the development of CDD’s strategic plan and integrate it with other functions. Develop key performance indicators using the strategic plan as a key component to the development of operational goals. Implement operational tactics to support the strategic plan and develop measurement strategies to monitor and report progress. Guide managers in developing action plans for implementation and monitor progress to goal completion. Share the strategic plan and annual action plans with the CAO to assure integration of goals across functions and with the UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital and UIHC strategic plans. Identify CDD operations’ strengths and weaknesses and act on opportunities to improve patient care/quality, staff engagement, and operational efficiency. Communication/Collaboration Develop effective working relationships among CDD staff, other professional departments, clinical administrators, department and divisional leadership, hospital administration clinical liaisons, and directors of hospital support departments. Partner with frontline operations leaders, medical and clinical leaders, and senior leadership to bridge communication pathways upwards and downwards to support effective communication and strategic alignment. Serve as liaison between staff, medical staff, and healthcare leadership. Engage and collaborate with physicians and clinical managers to identify opportunities for improvement, program development, and capital budgeting. Receive and disseminate information about strategic initiatives, process improvements, best practices, and innovation through a formal communication plan. Communicate with external agencies and constituencies regarding services and programs supported by clinical area, address issues, and answer questions. Education Programs Serve as liaison among CDD’s multiple clinical functions, grants/contracts, and education efforts to support collaboration in identifying improvement and program development opportunities. Maintain a climate of learning that promotes collaborative research for students in the University of Iowa Health Science Colleges and other health programs. Support staff education including, but not limited to, competency assurance and professional development/mentorship. In conjunction and collaboration with program directors, ensure LEND and UCEDD programs are operationally functional, adhering to programmatic guidelines and requirements, and maintaining budgetary oversight and control. Public Policy & Government Relations Responsible for ensuring that CDD is at the forefront of public policy, governmental and legislative changes that will affect the CDD and associated programs. This includes any changes to funding or access as well as working with appropriate stakeholders both internal to UIHC and external constituents. Oversee the advocacy for CDD and associated programs. Advocate for pediatric and adult health policy improvement efforts within the state of Iowa as appropriate. Research Administration Coordinate the development of research grant proposals and the acquisition and administration of grant funds. Ensure compliance with Department of Sponsored Programs guidelines and pre- and post-award grant management processes. Pay Level: 8A Professional and Scientific Pay Structures | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa (uiowa.edu) Required Qualifications Master’s degree in Business or Health Administration or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 5-7 years of experience leading organizations and managing financial and human resource functions. Experience administering grant-funded contracts. Demonstrated organizational and analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and ability to lead and manage multiple projects and complete tasks on time. Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills and ability to lead teams and establish strategic partnerships. Experience managing budgets for a healthcare organization with multiple funding and income sources. Knowledge of healthcare regulatory requirements and guidelines. Experience managing supervisory and direct support staff members. Competency with software programs is required for the position. Experience leading and implementing strategic planning efforts. Professional job-related experience fostering or promoting a welcoming and respectful work/academic environment. Desired Qualifications Experience managing a healthcare organization is highly desirable. Familiarity with the healthcare needs of individuals with disabilities and related advocacy issues. Application Process In order to be considered, applicants must upload the following attachments (under submission required materials): Resume/CV Cover Letter Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Please contact with any questions. Additional Information Classification Title: Director, Clinical Services Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific Schedule: Full-time Compensation Pay Level: 8A Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Michael Lynch Contact Email: Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Health Care Provider Industries Higher Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at University of Iowa by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Director of Clinical Services” roles. 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