The Registrar’s Office is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Programmer/Analyst I to join our team.  The Programmer/Analyst I serves a critical role in data mining and research, curating datasets and report writing. This position regularly collaborates with internal and external partners in order to evaluate and improve accuracy, processes, and student success. The successful candidate will have technology and organizational skills, as well as the ability to prioritize competing needs and effectively manage change and unanticipated challenges.

Please note, we are unable to provide H-1B visa sponsorship for this position.

• Write, test, and troubleshoot SQL queries of routine to moderate complexity using Banner tables, the reporting warehouse, and all respective inclusive structures.
• Write well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices.
• Validate results and analyze data for accuracy.
• Research, review, and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of existing Student Information System (SIS) processes and develop strategies for improvement.
• Develop metrics and visuals to help USU personnel make data informed decisions.
• Develop and maintain reporting library and documentation.
• Provide Banner Communication Management email support and Banner system access administration.
• Provide guidance, training, and troubleshooting as needed.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant technology, programming skills, and industry standards.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student records in compliance with the regulations of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Work on special projects and other additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years of related experience, OR Bachelor's degree, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• SQL Programming experience with an emphasis on report writing.
• Data visualization experience with a knowledge of relevant programs and languages such as Tableau, Python, and R.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience defining and solving practical problems and creating accurate, validated reporting for business making decisions.
• Experience interpreting client needs and formulating an overall analysis and effective project plan.
• Experience implementing and troubleshooting programming changes and modifications of advanced complexity.
• Experience using the Banner Student Information System.
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws including, but not limited to FERPA.
• Experience in higher education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attentive to detail and accuracy.
• Quickly grasps new concepts when faced with unfamiliar tasks.
• Ability to learn new programming languages and frameworks quickly.
• Action oriented and seizes opportunities.
• Excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, along with flexibility and adaptability when faced with changing priorities.
• Knowledge of visualization techniques for displaying data.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
2. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
3. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted into a text box at the end of the application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

The Registrar's Office supports USU's mission of learning, discovery, and engagement by maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with curricular requirements. Registrar staff are able to track record and registration data and use it effectively to guide student registration practices and advising; help faculty understand implications of curricular decisions; help interpret and implement policy and suggest changes that better meet the intent of the educational philosophy of Utah State University. The Registrar's Office plays a strategic part of institutional efforts to manage enrollment.

Our core values include: service, trust, integrity, collaboration, and compassion.

Within the Registrar's Office, our teams include:

• Registration
• Accounts Receivable
• Records
• Graduation
• Transfer Articulation
• Academic Scheduling
• Concurrent Enrollment
• NCAA Academic Eligibility
• University Catalog
• Degree Audit

The Registrar's Office is reporting unit of the Office of the Provost & Chief Academic Officer. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.usu.edu/registrar/.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

*updated 01/2025

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

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