Senior Programmer/Analyst

Overview Senior Programmer/Analyst role at Farmingdale State College. Location: Farmingdale, NY. Category: Professional.

Posted On: Tue Aug 5 2025. Job Description The Senior Programmer/Analyst in the Administrative Computing department provides all aspects of developing, programming, testing and implementing solutions to support the College's Ellucian Banner Student Information System (SIS). This role supports administrative and academic areas including Admissions, Registrar, Financial Aid, Student Accounts, Finance, Institutional Research, Academic Affairs, and Student Affairs.

The position also supports the integration and configuration of ancillary systems, including Slate CRM, to enhance institutional operations. Key Responsibilities Implement technical specifications and designs; write source code, troubleshoot, prepare a test environment, test, debug, and revise programs to streamline, enhance and maintain functionality for the Ellucian Banner SIS and its modules. Perform database development and management using Oracle PL/SQL, ensuring data integrity and optimized performance.

Create and maintain Linux/UNIX shell scripts to support automation and system processes. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues within Ellucian Banner and other integrated systems. Develop reports, workflows, and data integrations using tools such as Argos and FormFusion.

Configure and support ancillary systems, including Slate CRM, to align with institutional goals. Provide technical documentation, end-user training, and ongoing system support to the campus community. Collaborate with end users to understand technical and operational needs, document those needs and communicate them to senior programming staff.

Operate independently or as part of a team and manage multiple priorities and tasks. Ensure compliance with institutional and industry standards for data security, privacy, and accessibility. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and best practices relevant to Higher Education systems.

Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer programming or related field. Minimum three years programming experience with Oracle PL/SQL and/or SQL. Functional knowledge of Ellucian Banner or an equivalent student information system.

Programming in a Linux/Unix environment. Proven ability to analyze problems and formulate real-time solutions in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work on multiple tasks independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with procedural and object-oriented programming languages using secure coding practices. Experience in Java, C++, Groovy, or similar languages.

Experience with Ellucian Banner releases and patches; assess relevance and impact. Ability to stay current with technology related to the position. Knowledge of Oracle and experience with 3rd party software integration.

Experience with reporting and document enhancement tools such as Evisions Argos and FormFusion, or Power BI or HigherEd BI equivalents. Familiarity with DegreeWorks Degree Audit system and TouchNet U.Commerce solutions. Experience with Slate CRM.

Experience working in a higher education environment. Additional Information This is a full-time UUP position. For the first 10 working days, starting Tuesday, August 5, 2025, applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Open Until Filled. Salary: $75,000 + $4,000 downstate location pay = $79,000 Total Compensation. Salary may increase with experience.

The State University of New York offers fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans. VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION. Equal Opportunity The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr