Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S15142P

Working Title

Application Analyst Specialist

Department

EITS-Student Applic & Srvcs

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

eits.uga.edu

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday. Occasional after-hours as needed.

Advertised Salary

Up to 62,500

Posting Date

05/13/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

06/08/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Please provide name and contact information for three professional references
• This is a full-time, onsite position
• This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title

Application Analyst III

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

• A deep understanding of coding languages such as Java, JavaScript, ReactJS, NodeJS, SQL , PL/ SQL , XML , CSS , and HTML
• Proficient in API protocols (e.g., SOAP , REST ) and authentication methods ( PKI , OAuth, JWT ), as well as experience with REST API development and system integration
• Proficient in using Git for version control, including branching, merging, and pull request workflows

Position Summary

The Application Analyst Specialist will be a critical member of the Student Information Systems ( SIS ) team, responsible for ensuring the effective operation, maintenance, and enhancement of the SIS platform. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to support the institution's academic and administrative functions, providing technical expertise, and ensuring the SIS meets the evolving needs of students, faculty, and staff. They should be sufficient in software development principles, including design patterns, code structure, programming languages, continuous integration, and deployments. The Student Information Systems ( SIS ) Application Analyst Specialist will provide continued analysis, design, development, testing, and maintenance services for Student Financials Applications as well as other system solutions as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Software development experience in an Enterprise Resource Planning ( ERP ) environment.
• Hands-on experience in Java, JavaScript, ReactJS, NodeJS, SQL , PL/ SQL , XML , CSS HTML , responsive design and others as needed for specific job responsibilities.
• Designing user-friendly, visually appealing interfaces using UX principles and methodologies.
• Proficient in API protocols (e.g., SOAP , REST ) and authentication methods ( PKI , OAuth, JWT ), as well as experience with REST API development and system integration.
• Ability to stay current with UI development trends and integrate cutting-edge solutions.
• Proficient in using Git for version control, including branching, merging, and pull request workflows.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using tools like GitLab to automate the build, test, and deployment processes.

Physical Demands

Normal office environment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and support for SIS staff and core functional clients (Admissions, Registrar, Curriculum, Financial Aid, and Bursar) as needed to develop, enhance, and maintain services for various student information systems.
• Assist colleagues with designing, coding, testing, debugging, documenting and maintaining application programs.

Percentage of time

30

Duties/Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, create prototypes/mockups, implement and document complex programs, program modifications, or applications for the Student/Financial Aid system using coding languages such as Java, ReactJS, NodeJS, SQL , PL/ SQL , XML , JavaScript, CSS HTML , and others as needed for specific job responsibilities.
• Design graphic elements such as menus, tabs, widgets, as well as user-friendly, visually appealing landing pages to enhance user experience and usability.

Percentage of time

30

Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve as senior level software architect and provide key application development support to custom applications, web services, and student system integrations such including APIs and others.
• Provide support and assistance to developers and functional users with the isolation and resolution of software issues.

Percentage of time

20

Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinate efforts between SIS analysts and functional clients in planning, designing, testing, documenting and installing information systems.
• Lead root-cause analysis, communicate options for resolution and provide recommendations to customer-facing technology problems.
• Run and monitor tests on data interfaces to correct errors (sometimes time sensitive) and improve performance.

Percentage of time

15

Duties/Responsibilities

• Be on call for critical/core systems/application support 24/7. (The duties and responsibilities of this position require home or off campus internet service as a job requirement and the use of such internet service is for business purposes.)

Percentage of time

5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Nicolette Coke

Recruitment Contact Email

nicolette.coke@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents