Plans, conducts, and coordinates business programming applications activities in areas such as finance, human resources, and marketing. Conducts and prepares feasibility studies for new data processing applications or revisions to existing systems. Prepares system development cost estimates, budgets, and schedules. Prepares and presents project proposals to management and user departments. Establishes programming standards and program documentation requirements. Reviews current status of system applications and prepares recommendations for systems improvements. Monitors design processes and prepares reports on systems projects. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Note: Roles can have an internal or external client focus. SCOPE: Performs complex analysis in the design and implementation of software applications for computer-based systems. Establishes operational objectives and assignments and may delegate assignments to subordinate staff. Objectives are reviewed by senior management to determine success of operation. Establishes and recommends changes to policies or processes that affect organization