Systems Analyst / Programmer

Position: Systems Analyst / Programmer

Classification: Full-time/Exempt/12-month

Department: Information Technology

The University of Sioux Falls invites applications for a full-time Systems Analyst/Programmer. In addition to salary compensation, the position includes many benefit options (including vacation, retirement, and health insurance) offered for full-time employees.

GENERAL SUMMARYThis position is primarily responsible for working within the Information Technology Department and other university personnel in programming and systems support of various university administrative and academic systems, including the Enterprise Resource Planning system (ERP), online systems, other databases, and applications. With the ERP system, duties include installing application and system updates, creating reports from university data, design and/or implementation of new information system applications. The individual in the position reports to the VP of IT/CIO and works cooperatively with faculty, staff, and other departments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work as a key member of the Information Technology team, contributing to the overall success of the team and institution, maintaining high levels of accuracy, maintaining a professional demeanor, and appropriate levels of confidentiality.
• Provide application and database support for the campus ERP system and other systems.
• Assist with support for campus stand-alone systems like the campus ID card system or campus security system.
• Provide design, implementation, and other needed support of administrative applications and databases as needed for other departments or specific campus needs.
• Work cooperatively with administrative offices standard data entry procedures to help ensure data integrity is maintained.
• Maintain campus SSL certificates and integration with applications and websites.
• Assist the Marketing department with support of the campus website and content management system.
• Integrate data among systems, including the campus web portal and learning management system, as directed by the supervisor.
• Design and create ad-hoc reports with end users based on needs and specifications.
• Comply with all USF policies and regulations, and also with outside agencies' policies and regulations, including but not limited to the Department of Education, Clery Act, FERPA, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Department of Labor, the Department of Justice, Title IX, NCAA, and NSIC.
• Maintain confidentiality in all work performed.
• Other job duties and special projects as assigned by supervisor or designee.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems or a related field is preferred; AA is considered with significant field experience.
• Evidence of two or more years of progressive programming experience is required, including competency with PHP, Microsoft C#, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL.
• Experience with Microsoft IIS (and other web server technology), Boomi, Windows Server, and Linux OS a plus.
• Experience in higher education is a plus.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality are essential.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member, meeting priorities, deadlines, and overall goals.
• Ability to demonstrate strong organizational, problem-solving, independent thinking, and multi-tasking skills with a strong working of systems and programming is required.
• Demonstrated commitment to higher education in a Christian University and support of the mission of the University.
• Able to maintain a sitting position at a desk for extended periods with frequent keyboard and computer use and lift 20 lbs. on an as-needed basis; ability to successfully pass required background check.

APPLICATION

Qualified applicants should provide a letter of application, resume, names, and contact information for a minimum of three professional references.

The University of Sioux Falls is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.