Programmer Analyst

Position Description & Details

Position Title: Programmer Analyst or Senior Programmer Analyst

Position Number: 00100431

Number of Openings: 1

Location:

Fargo, ND, Grand Forks, ND, or Remote

Please note: The North Dakota University System (NDUS) Core Technology Services (CTS) is currently not hiring remote employees in the following states: Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Nebraska, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Utah, Washington, and any country outside of the United States.

Type of Appointment:

This is a full-time, 12-month, benefited position in the 3000 broadband, exempt from Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) (not overtime eligible).

Closing Date:

Applications received by 11:59 PM August 23rd, 2026, will receive first consideration.

Screening of applications begins on August 24th, 2026.

Salary:

Programmer Analyst: $67,000-$75,000 annually

Senior Programmer Analyst: $80,100-$95,000 annually

Pay is based on several factors, including prior experience, education, licensure and/or certification, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other business considerations.

Benefits:

Core Technology Services (CTS) offers a competitive benefit package including a generous retirement plan, employer paid family health insurance, basic life insurance, sick leave, annual leave, employee tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, and 10 paid holidays.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Lead Programmer Analyst, the Programmer Analyst or Senior Programmer Analyst assists with solving problems for Enterprise Resource Planning solutions; perform support, maintenance and testing functions; and document work within PeopleSoft and ancillary systems including, but not limited, to the Financials, Human Capital Management, Campus Solutions application.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Systems, or closely related field.
• At least 3 years of work experience in software development, design, analysis, testing, debugging, and maintenance.
• Experience with Oracle PeopleSoft PeopleTools (SQR, PeopleCode, Application Designer, Application Engine, Integration Broker, BI Publisher).
• Working knowledge of database management systems such as MS SQL Server, Oracle, or other relational databases.
• Effective analytical skills to evaluate impacts, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions.
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming languages and tools.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changes in timelines and sequences.
• Available for occasional work-related travel.
• Valid drivers license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in the North Dakota University System (NDUS), higher education, or state government as a programmer analyst.
• Working experience with frontend web development languages such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Working experience with integrations using file based, APIs, REST, and Web Services.
• General understanding/experience with Human Resource processes and practices.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should apply online at the NDUS Careers Page (opens in a new tab) or visit https://ndus.edu/ndus-overview/careers and upload a cover letter specifically addressing the job qualifications, a current resume, and names and email addresses of three professional references.

Applicants who are veterans and eligible to claim veteran's preference must include Form DD214 with the application for employment; claims for disabled veteran's preference must include Form DD214 and a letter less than one year old from the Department of Veterans' Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD214, a marriage certificate and a letter less than one year old from the Department of Veterans' Affairs indicating disability, or the veteran's death certificate. Due to access to restricted information, the successful candidate will be required to complete a satisfactory criminal background check.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and I-9 employment certification is required at hire. There is no sponsorship available for this position. Persons who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the application or interview process should contact Jen Swanson at 701-792-6315 or email jennifer.swanson.3@ndus.edu. TTY Number 1-800-366-6888.

CONFIDENTIALITY OF APPLICATION MATERIALS: Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are exempt, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists.

EEO/AA STATEMENT: NDUS Core Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE NOTICE: Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

NO SMOKING NOTICE: As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with NDCC § 23-12-10.