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DOWNTOWN CHANCERY
1700 San Jacinto Street
Summary
The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston seeks a talented and forward-thinking Lead Application
Analyst to play a pivotal role in advancing the technology solutions that power our mission. This
position combines application support, business process optimization, and technology
innovation, offering the opportunity to design and deliver solutions that enhance efficiency,
collaboration, and organizational effectiveness across the Archdiocese. The Lead Application
Analyst will identify business needs, streamline workflows, and leverage Microsoft technologies
and related platforms to drive meaningful operational improvements.
Located at the Downtown Chancery, this role offers technology professionals a unique
opportunity to apply their expertise in a mission-driven environment where their work has a
lasting impact. The solutions developed and supported by the IT team extend beyond a
traditional corporate setting, helping enable the vital work of parishes, schools, ministries, and
administrative departments throughout the Archdiocese. This is an opportunity to combine
technical leadership, innovation, and service to support the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
and its parishes, schools, seminary, administration offices and ministry offices. This position
reports to and is directed by the Manager of Applications and DB Support
This Lead Application Analyst is a full-time, no less than 40 hours per week, benefits and PTO
eligible position. Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church preferred.
Essential Duties include but are not limited to:
- Analyze, maintain, and support business applications while ensuring data integrity and
- Provide end-user support and troubleshooting for application and system-related issues.
- Utilize Microsoft 365 technologies, including Power Automate and other Power Platform
- Lead process automation initiatives and technology improvement projects.
- Develop and maintain system documentation, including functional specifications, process
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify requirements and recommend effective
- Utilize PowerShell and other automation tools to develop and implement innovative
- Support, maintain, and enhance database systems and related applications.
- Participate in application upgrades, implementations, testing, and integration activities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experience supporting business applications and working directly with end users.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to document business and technical processes effectively.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 technologies.
- Experience with Power Automate and other Microsoft Power Platform solutions.
- Basic proficiency with SQL Server.
- Basic proficiency with PowerShell scripting.
- Experience supporting SharePoint environments.
- Understanding database concepts and data management best practices.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively.
- Initiative to identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality customer service and technical support.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Information
- Minimum of one year of experience in business systems analysis, application support, or
a related technical role.
Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Information
Technology, or a related field is required with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience in
business systems analysis, application support, or a related technical role. Must have a
valid Texas Driver’s License and reliable transportation to travel to various Chancery
locations.
Suitable interested candidates may send a cover letter, resume, and salary expectation range* to
resume@archgh.org with Lead Application Specialist on the subject line.
Applicants who do not include salary range expectation may not receive review.
DOWNTOWN CHANCERY
1700 San Jacinto Street
Summary
The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston seeks a talented and forward-thinking Lead Application
Analyst to play a pivotal role in advancing the technology solutions that power our mission. This
position combines application support, business process optimization, and technology
innovation, offering the opportunity to design and deliver solutions that enhance efficiency,
collaboration, and organizational effectiveness across the Archdiocese. The Lead Application
Analyst will identify business needs, streamline workflows, and leverage Microsoft technologies
and related platforms to drive meaningful operational improvements.
Located at the Downtown Chancery, this role offers technology professionals a unique
opportunity to apply their expertise in a mission-driven environment where their work has a
lasting impact. The solutions developed and supported by the IT team extend beyond a
traditional corporate setting, helping enable the vital work of parishes, schools, ministries, and
administrative departments throughout the Archdiocese. This is an opportunity to combine
technical leadership, innovation, and service to support the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
and its parishes, schools, seminary, administration offices and ministry offices. This position
reports to and is directed by the Manager of Applications and DB Support
This Lead Application Analyst is a full-time, no less than 40 hours per week, benefits and PTO
eligible position. Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church preferred.
Essential Duties include but are not limited to:
- Analyze, maintain, and support business applications while ensuring data integrity and
- Provide end-user support and troubleshooting for application and system-related issues.
- Utilize Microsoft 365 technologies, including Power Automate and other Power Platform
- Lead process automation initiatives and technology improvement projects.
- Develop and maintain system documentation, including functional specifications, process
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify requirements and recommend effective
- Utilize PowerShell and other automation tools to develop and implement innovative
- Support, maintain, and enhance database systems and related applications.
- Participate in application upgrades, implementations, testing, and integration activities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experience supporting business applications and working directly with end users.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to document business and technical processes effectively.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 technologies.
- Experience with Power Automate and other Microsoft Power Platform solutions.
- Basic proficiency with SQL Server.
- Basic proficiency with PowerShell scripting.
- Experience supporting SharePoint environments.
- Understanding database concepts and data management best practices.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively.
- Initiative to identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality customer service and technical support.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Information
- Minimum of one year of experience in business systems analysis, application support, or
a related technical role.
Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Information
Technology, or a related field is required with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience in
business systems analysis, application support, or a related technical role. Must have a
valid Texas Driver’s License and reliable transportation to travel to various Chancery
locations.
Suitable interested candidates may send a cover letter, resume, and salary expectation range* to
resume@archgh.org with Lead Application Specialist on the subject line.
Applicants who do not include salary range expectation may not receive review.
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Who's Hiring
- GE HealthCare14
- Nestlé USA6
- Bracco Medical Technologies5
- Cortland4
- Bracco Amt4
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Manufacturing
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in applications specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, business, or a related field
- Hands-on experience configuring or supporting enterprise software applications
- Proficiency with at least one major ATS, ERP, or clinical information system
- Strong troubleshooting and end-user training skills across technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience managing application upgrades, patches, and system integrations
- Relevant vendor certification such as Epic, Salesforce, Oracle, or SAP
Tips for Your Applications Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to each vertical
Applications specialist roles in healthcare IT look for clinical workflow knowledge, while ERP-focused postings prioritize configuration and data migration experience. Pull the exact system names from each job posting and reflect them in your resume's skills and experience sections.
Document measurable implementation outcomes
Hiring managers want to see what changed after you deployed or supported an application. Quantify adoption rates, ticket reduction, training completion, or go-live timelines. Vague statements about 'supporting implementations' won't differentiate you from dozens of other applicants.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists applications specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight cross-functional collaboration experience
Applications specialists sit between technical teams and end users, so interviewers probe how you handle conflicting priorities from IT, operations, and department leads. Prepare specific examples of translating business requirements into system configurations or training programs.
Prepare a demo-ready walkthrough for interviews
Many applications specialist interviews include a live or scenario-based system walkthrough. Practice narrating your troubleshooting logic aloud, not just the steps. Interviewers assess whether you can explain technical processes clearly to non-technical stakeholders under pressure.
Negotiate scope before accepting offer terms
Applications specialist roles vary widely in on-call expectations, travel for on-site go-lives, and upgrade cycles. Clarify these responsibilities during the offer stage, not after you start, since they directly affect workload and work-life balance in ways the job posting rarely spells out.
Applications Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most applications specialists?
GE HealthCare, Nestlé USA, and Bracco Medical Technologies are hiring the most applications specialists right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is especially high in healthcare systems and enterprise software firms scaling their implementation teams.
How many applications specialist jobs are remote?
About 51% of applications specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote work most common in software support, SaaS implementation, and ERP administration roles. Positions tied to clinical environments or on-site go-live support tend to require at least partial in-person availability.
How do you become a applications specialist?
Start with a degree in information technology, business, or a related field, then build hands-on experience with one or more enterprise platforms through internships, help desk roles, or system administration positions. Earn a vendor certification relevant to your target industry, such as Epic for healthcare or Salesforce for CRM-focused roles. Build a portfolio of implementation or support projects you can discuss in detail during interviews.
How do you get hired as an applications specialist with little experience?
Focus on roles titled application support analyst or junior implementation specialist, which typically require less direct configuration experience. Demonstrate familiarity with the platform through a vendor's free training program or sandbox environment, and document any internal system projects from previous jobs, even outside IT. Employers in this role often value communication skills and process thinking as much as technical depth at the entry level.
What does the applications specialist interview process look like?
Most applications specialist interviews include a phone screen with a recruiter, a technical interview where you walk through a past implementation or support scenario, and a final round with the hiring manager or department lead. Some employers add a practical exercise, such as diagnosing a system issue or demonstrating familiarity with their platform. Expect questions about how you handle end-user resistance during rollouts and how you prioritize competing support tickets.
Where can I find and apply to applications specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to applications specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your platform experience and target industry, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and goals.
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