SAS Programmer / Analyst

About the Team

TheOperations Division works collaboratively within the System Office to help ensure efficient and cost-effective integration of new technologies and processes to meet the strategic needs of the University of North Carolina System Office and the common and unique needs of the 17 institutions. The division includes the Enterprise Data Office (EDO), Information Technology, Human Resources, Advancement, and is also charged with managing a highly complex project portfolio and data integration effort that enables the System to better monitor, evaluate, and manage our enterprise.

The EDO provides vision and strategy to leverage enterprise data, leads the data integration and governance efforts in alignment with the System Office strategic objectives, and effectively communicates the value of data. The office manages the existing information product suite and works to create a comprehensive, integrated view of data for System Office decision making and reporting. The EDO is responsible for overseeing the collection, management, quality, and improvement of data; coordinating state and federal reporting requirements centrally; and developing products and services to respond to data needs across the organization. The office establishes and maintains policies and procedures for responsibly using, protecting, and disseminating data, while ensuring such standards comply with data protection and privacy regulations.

The EDO provides decision support to UNC System leadership, the Board of Governors, the legislature, and various other stakeholders, primarily through the maintenance of and extraction of information from a rich central database. They meet this objective by developing an efficient, responsive, sustainable technology platform and cultivating an effective, highly-skilled team. The office's goal is for enterprise data to be accessible, useable, understandable, and actionable. The EDO serves as a central source of expertise, supporting the research, analyses, and evaluations taking place across the organization.

Minimum Education, Experience, and Skills

Masters' and 2-4 years' experience; or Bachelors and 3-5 years' experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Competencies

Proficiency with SAS programming (minimum of 3 years experience), including Data Step programming, merging large and complex data sets using Data Merge, and use of specific routines in SAS such as Proc SQL, ODS, Proc Report / Tabulate, Macro Programming, and Array Processing

• Experience with debugging and troubleshooting code, updating code written by other programmers, and thoroughly documenting code
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate complex information effectively to a wide variety of stakeholders, including both technical and non-technical experts
• Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to accuracy - Strong analytical skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively plan and manage multiple projects simultaneously with time constraints

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills

Management strongly prefers a minimum of five (5) years of writing original SAS code in a professional setting.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Other Information

The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

To claim veteran's preference, all eligible persons must indicate their eligibility as requested on the application. A DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, may be required later in the selection process.

The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.