Enterprise Resource Planning Programmer Analyst I

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Enterprise Resource Planning Programmer Analyst I

Employee Classification: ERP Programmer Analyst I

Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration

Division: SYS-Information Technology

SubDivision-Department: SYS-Information Technology

Department: SYS-Information Technology-925000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at

Department Summary

UNT System Information Technology is a component of The University of North Texas System. The mission of UNT System Information Technology is simple: to be the best at delivering customer-aligned IT solutions and services. Our services are provided to all member institutions using an IT shared services governance model.

UNT System Information Technology provides the primary technology used by all campuses to support their operations. These include: shared resources of data centers, computing hardware, software applications, network and voice communications, collaboration and productivity capabilities, central web services, risk management, and security and compliance services. As a department, we strive to provide the most professional personnel possible to serve our campus constituents.

The University of North Texas is a state employer offering great benefits, including medical, dental, life, retirement, ample paid time off, and great work/life balance.

Position Overview

The System IT Department at the University of North Texas System is seeking to hire a Programmer Analyst I to join their team. This position involves direct programming work in both development and maintenance projects and troubleshooting errors. Work is performed in accordance with established University and Information Technology Shared Services department policies and procedures, under supervision of the Student Administration Resource Managers and Technical Lead of the Student Records System Development Team.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and one year of related computer programming experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the methods and equipment used in electronic data processing, including system analysis and design, and computer programming techniques
• Skill in writing programs for computer applications
• Ability to analyze problems and develop solutions
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to communicate clearly, succinctly and effectively both verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of safe working procedures related to work performed

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

• Knowledge experience or coursework with JavaScript, PeopleCode, SQL, PDL and Python preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Job Duties

• Translate concepts, information, and functional user feedback into effectively designed programs/processes.
• Write computer programs/processes as assigned by project/resource manager using programming language specified and following UNT System programming standards.
• Write computer programs/processes to produce adhoc reports, labels and/or data files at the request of the functional users. 
• Involve the functional users in the preparation of the test plan that will be used to test and debug each program/process. 
• Develop a workable testing and implementation plan with contingency plans that take into account potential problems. 

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri, 8-5

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.