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Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number

NC00887

Position Title

Senior Programmer Analyst

Division

Administration and Finance Division

Department Name

Information Technology Services

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

Design, develop, and maintain applications in support of College administrative and academic objectives. Develop specifications for other programmer/analysts and work from specifications supplied by others. May have project and related supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Duties

• Define system requirements with user departments.
• Prepare feasibility studies of new systems.
• Define program specifications and systems procedures.
• Participate in evaluating application software used to support administrative systems.
• Develop applications and track changes and updates.
• Develop new programs and modify existing programs according to specifications and department standards.
• Test applications and evaluate system performance before implementation.
• Develop, and maintain application development documents in accordance with department standards.
• Review applications and documentation developed by other team members to ensure the compliance with application development specifications and standards.
• Provide training to users on functions of new systems.
• Maintain proficiency in programming, systems analysis and project control tools and techniques used to develop administrative systems.
• Perform duties and responsibilities of a Programmer/Analyst.
• Assist in identifying user needs, making system presentations, integrating individual systems into major institutional systems, establishing and enforcing standards, training staff, and assigning programs.
• Evaluate, specify, and procure related components. Assist in developing information technology related bids, contracts, request for proposals and vendor relationships in support of information technology initiatives.
• Participate in committees, working groups, councils, etc. in support of information technology initiatives.
• 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 related administrative functions and help desk support, as required.
• 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.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Competence in Microsoft Windows system platform.
• Competence in SQL and in at least two programming languages.
• Understanding of programming logic and competence in application design.
• Project management skills and ability to work with other professional staff.
• Ability to interpret institutional policies, plans, objectives, rules and regulations and communicate the interpretation to subordinates and others.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) and possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree.
• Experience: A minimum of four years of programming experience, including experience with SQL, at least two programming languages, and the Windows system platform.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in CS, CIS, Accounting, or closely related field.
• Experience in SQL and in using one or more programming languages such as: Java, PeopleSoft, SQL, SQR, Visual Basic, etc.
• Experience in supporting ERP or administrative systems such as HR, Payroll, Student Administration, Financial, etc.
• Understanding of financial systems and some core financial processes.
• Experience in PeopleSoft (especially PeopleSoft Financials).
• Experience in Microsoft SQL Database and/or Oracle Database.
• Experience in higher education.

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.

Position Details

FLSA

Exempt

Salary Grade

12NC

Full Time / Part Time

Full-time

Proposed Starting Salary Range

$85,000 - $95,000

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

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Reports To (Title)

Director, Enterprise Information Services

Academic or Calendar Year

Calendar

Position Status

Continuing

End of Temporary or Limited Position

Collective Bargaining Unit

PSA

Posting Information

Number of Positions Available

1

Application Open Date

09/16/2026

Application Close Date

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.