Friends University is seeking to fill a Programmer / Analyst position in Wichita, KS. This position supports the overall information system needs of the University, but is primarily focused on the delivery, maintenance and enhancement of the University ERP system, Ellucian Banner®.  The incumbent combines software development and business analyst skills to assist end-users with administration of one or more ERP system modules and related applications.  May lead or assist with the installation, documentation, upgrade and modification of in-house or vendor-developed computer programs, reports, software applications and enterprise-class information systems according to industry best practices.  Routinely interacts with end users to solve problems and determine appropriate courses of action, including end-user training.  Shares knowledge with Administrative Computing personnel as needed to ensure continuity of support.

Responsibilities

• Researches, codes, tests, documents, installs, maintains and supports computer programs or software applications related to the university’s information systems utilizing programming tools, reporting tools, database tools or third party supplied tools.
• Applies knowledge of university business processes, software applications, computer programs and user input on projects to best meet university needs including, but not limited to, the University ERP system.  This can include custom interfaces between various systems, websites, portals and other platforms for the delivery of information to students, faculty, staff and administration.  
• Assists in analyzing individual and departmental needs to determine project feasibility and time requirements.  Attends meetings as related to the administrative computing systems, both internal and with end-users as a group and individually. 
• Provides documentation and training to the campus community as needed.
• Preforms other related duties as assigned by management.
• Normal work hours are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm or 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Monday through Friday.  (40hrs/week)

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, business administration or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

One year experience in application development with a relational database is required.  Oracle database experience is preferred.  Knowledge of SQL, PL/SQL, Java, JavaScript, Groovy, CSS, HTML and report-writing tools highly desired.  Experience with Eclipse and IntelliJ development tools desired.  Linux/UNIX server experience desired.

Higher education and one year Ellucian Banner ERP experience preferred.

Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills are required.  Ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner is required.

Friends University offers an excellent benefits package that includes generous vacation accruals, medical insurance, tuition remission and retirement match.

Please visit our employment site at www.friends.edu/employment to apply.  Only applications submitted through this Friends University website application process will be accepted.