Senior ERP Programmer/Analyst (Remote Flexibility)

The University of Pikeville is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior ERP Programmer Analyst with expertise in Ellucian Colleague to join our Information Systems (IS) team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in the development, enhancement, and maintenance of our Ellucian Colleague ERP system. In addition to their technical responsibilities, this individual will also take on a leadership role, assisting in overseeing other IS team members, guiding projects, setting goals, and ensuring deadlines are met.

Responsibilities:

1. Ellucian Colleague Development
   1. Design, develop, and maintain solutions within the Ellucian Colleague ERP system to meet the organization's business needs.
   2. Collaborate with end-users to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
   3. Conduct thorough testing and debugging of ERP applications to ensure optimal performance.
2. Leadership and Oversight
   1. Assist in overseeing and coordinating the activities of other IS team members.
   2. Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
   3. Contribute to the development and execution of project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
3. Project Management
   1. Collaborate with project managers to define project scope, objectives, and timelines.
   2. Take an active role in project planning, execution, and monitoring to ensure successful project delivery.
   3. Help manage resources effectively to meet project deadlines.
4. Technical Support 
   1. Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for Ellucian Colleague-related issues.
   2. Work closely with end-users to address concerns, implement enhancements, and optimize system performance.
5. Documentation
   1. Maintain comprehensive documentation of Ellucian Colleague configurations, customizations, and integrations.
   2. Create and update technical documentation for IS team members.
6. Other duties as assigned. 

Relationships:

Position requires daily contact with co-workers, faculty, staff, and students in order to plan, organize, and implement daily workflow and projects, as well as to train, inform, and assist with any inquiries. These relationships are maintained through e-mail, telephone, and person-to-person contact.

Education/Skill Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience as a software developer with all aspects of the software development life cycle is required.
• Proven experience as an ERP Programmer/Analyst with expertise in the Ellucian Colleague ecosystem.
• Strong programming skills, including proficiency in languages such as PL/SQL or Java.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL, Windows server operating systems, UniData, or other PICK systems, C#, JSON, HTML, CSS, SFTP, PHP, .NET desired.
• Working knowledge of ERPs and student information systems.
• Experience developing programs, subroutines, computed columns, batch processes, custom screens, and web forms for Ellucian Colleague using Colleague Studio, Envision Basic, and Unibasic is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of APIs, with experience developing APIs preferred. Colleague’s Ethos preferred.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills, programming standards and practices, and general computer literacy skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have the ability to work with a diverse workforce, student population, and external constituents.
• Must possess the attitude, knowledge, skills, and motivation necessary to provide quality service that meets or exceeds the expectations of internal and external customers.

The University of Pikeville offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. UPIKE offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, telemedicine, long-term disability, tuition waivers, a 403(b)-retirement plan, and HSA, FSA, & dependent care accounts. UPIKE also offers a generous holiday schedule and paid leave program.

Important Notes: Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. Please, specifically address the qualifications, competencies and desired qualifications in your resume and application materials.

The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. 

The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students. 

For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu. Interested applicants should complete the online application by visiting http://jobs.upike.edu. In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter of interest, current resume, and the contact information for three to five professional references.