Senior Programmer Analyst

Posting Number: NC00876

Division
Administration and Finance Division

Position
Type
Staff – Non Classified

Position Overview

The Senior Programmer Analyst supports Rhode Island
College’s Enterprise Information Services team by designing, developing, maintaining, and integrating applications and technology solutions
that support campus operations. The role involves programming, system analysis, testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and providing
technical guidance to campus stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have at least four years of programming experience, with strong
skills in SQL/PL-SQL, relational databases, and other programming or scripting languages. They should be analytical, detail-oriented,
customer-focused, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively. Experience with SaaS applications, Oracle PeopleSoft or
similar ERP systems, iPaaS solutions, Microsoft SQL/Oracle databases, and higher education technology is preferred.

Primary
Purpose

The Senior Programmer Analyst plays a vital role in supporting the college by providing programming and analytical
services, modifying existing applications, and integrating third-party solutions. This position contributes to a collaborative team
environment with the shared goal of delivering innovative solutions to enhance customer satisfaction.

Essential
Duties

• Design, develop, and implement programming solutions for the college, encompassing planning, analysis, design, data
  modeling, coding, testing, training, documentation, and maintenance, adhering to established standards and industry best
  practices.
• Represent the college and the Information Technology Services team professionally in all interactions.
• Engage in
  daily operations such as creating and evaluating robust test plans, conducting peer code review sessions, and providing training to
  end-users. Write code to support the needs of our stakeholders.
• Serve as a resource to campus stakeholders, assisting to evaluate
  new software applications, providing technical guidance and training to users, ensuring consistency with design. documentation, and
  contributing to the development of system and programming standards.
• Support a variety of campus applications as
  assigned.
• Assist with assigned projects, collaborating with project leaders to develop work plans and timelines, assist subject
  matter experts, and assist with integration and user acceptance testing efforts.
• Function independently or as a member of an
  information technology team as assigned. Lead, manage, and supervise technical, professional clerical, and student support staff as
  assigned.
• As part of self-training and in support of comprehensive, redundant, user focused support, perform functions normally
  assigned to other information technology support staff as required.
• Consistently develop and exhibit a positive, user focused,
  customer service attitude, and atmosphere.
• Work with the campus community, vendors, and IS professionals to achieve College
  objectives.
• Provide on call remote or on-campus support for any job-related issues, as required.
• Work occasional evenings,
  weekends, and/or holidays, as required.

Occasional Duties

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the
  Director, Enterprise Information Services.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Proficiency in
  programming languages, i.e. SQL, PL/SQL.
• Familiarity with relational database table structures.
• Knowledge of shell scripting
  and/or other programming languages (i.e., Java, PowerShell, Perl, Python, HTML).
• Experience with source control platforms such as
  GitHub.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet critical deadlines.
• Analytical skills to collect data, define
  problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Excellent written communication, interpersonal, and organizational
  skills.
• Ability to work effectively with managers, peers, and customers.
• Capacity to multitask and collaborate within a team
  environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of analysis,
  troubleshooting, problem-solving, client relations, requirement. assessment, project management methodology, and their
  interrelationships.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s Degree in an applicable
  field.
• Experience: 4 years of programming experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
  in an applicable field with two year of programming.
• Experience with SaaS solutions, particularly in the higher education
  sector.
• Familiarity with Oracle PeopleSoft ERP or similar enterprise resource planning systems.
• Proficiency in Integration
  Platform as a Service (iPaaS) solutions.
• Experience in applications management and administration, including user permissions,
  troubleshooting, and vendor support.
• Experience in higher education settings.
• Experience in Microsoft SQL Database and/or
  Oracle Database.

Does this position have Direct Reports?
No

Environmental
Conditions

This position requires occasional lifting, moving, and or installation of moderately heavy equipment (such as
computers), wiring, and other related information technology components.

Salary Grade: 12NC

Work
Schedule

Full-Time, 35 hours per week.
Monday – Friday
8:30AM – 4:30PM

May be required to work outside of
normal business hours based on departmental needs.

Benefits

Full-time employees enjoy an array of
benefits including:

• Health and Wellness – Medical, Dental & Vision
• Wellness Incentives and Rewards
• Paid
  time Off – Vacation, Sick & Holiday
• Retirement Benefits
• Disability and Insurance Benefits
• Education Benefits –
  Tuition waivers for RIC, CCRI & URI

For a complete listing, visit Employee Benefits.

Reports To
(Title)
Director, Enterprise Information Services

Collective Bargaining
Unit
PSA

Application Open Date
08/18/2026

Special
Instructions

Please be advised that the college is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must
have authorization to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

EEO
Statement

Rhode Island College is an equal opportunity employer. The institution does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, national origin, sex, disability religion, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. Rhode Island
College is committed to maintain a workplace and educational environment that supports equal opportunity, professionalism and respectful
engagement for all community members.

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