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SAS Programmer (Des Moines, IA)


Meredith Corporation’s Database Research department seeks a degreed individual to develop and maintain software and documentation, and manage analytical and data processing functions. The position is based at our headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa, a family-friendly Midwestern city known for its excellent schools and sensible work-life balance. We offer a creative environment and comprehensive benefits.

Position Summary:

  • Develop and maintain SAS programs, SQL programs, UNIX scripts and procedural documentation.
  • Provide ad-hoc analysis support for database marketing analysts and/or marketers by developing and implementing business solutions.
  • Execute database marketing projects. Set up control parameters for various software programs, submit scripts for execution and record results in order to prepare data files for analysis.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in management information systems, computer science, statistics, mathematics or other quantitative discipline. Work experience considered in lieu of educational degree.

Experience: Minimum 1 year working experience in UNIX environment preferred.

Specific Knowledge: Working knowledge of at least one statistical software package such as SAS or SPSS. Knowledge of UNIX shell programming or SQL a plus. Personal computers and all associated software.

Skills and Abilities: Good analytical skills with emphasis on logical and practical solutions to problem solving. Good attention to detail. Strong oral and written communication skills.

To apply please email your resume and cover letter to: Suzanne.NaPier@Meredith.com; or send to: Meredith Corporation. Dept # 35506, 1716 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309. EOE.

About Meredith Corporation: Meredith (www.meredith.com) is one of the nation's leading media and marketing companies with businesses centering on magazine and book publishing, television broadcasting, integrated marketing and interactive media. The Meredith Publishing Group features 25 subscription magazines - including Better Homes and Gardens, Family Circle, Ladies' Home Journal, Parents, Child, Fitness, and American Baby - and approximately 200 special interest publications. Meredith has the largest consumer database at more than 85 million names. Meredith owns 14 television stations, including properties in top-25 markets such as Atlanta, Phoenix and Portland.

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