About the Team
The Information Technology division works collaboratively with UNC constituent institutions to help ensure efficient and cost-effective integration of new technologies that meet common and unique needs of the 17 institutions. The division is also charged with managing the highly complex enterprise-wide data modernization efforts that will enable the System to better monitor, evaluate, and manage our enterprise; as well as facilitate timely comparisons across the 17 institutions and create better data-sharing capabilities for smarter and more efficient data-driven decisions.
Minimum Education, Experience, and Skills
Masters' and 2-4 years' experience; or Bachelors and 3-5 years' experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.
Required Competencies
- Proficiency with SAS programming (minimum of 3 years' experience), including Data Step programming, merging large and complex data sets using Data Merge, and use of specific routines in SAS such as Proc SQL, ODS, Proc Report / Tabulate, Macro Programming, and Array Processing
- Experience with debugging and troubleshooting code, updating code written by other programmers, and thoroughly documenting code
- Ability to work as part of a team and communicate complex information effectively to a wide variety of stakeholders, including both technical and non-technical experts
- Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy
- Strong analytical skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to effectively plan and manage multiple projects simultaneously with time constraints
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills
Management strongly prefers a minimum of five (5) years of writing original SAS code in a professional setting.Experience working in a higher education institution, system office, and / or a state-level higher education agencyExperience working with data visualization software (Tableau preferred), with the ability to create dashboards and update / enhance dashboards created by othersExperience writing and / or interpreting SQL and / or PythonSubject matter expertise in one or more institutional research reporting areas, such as student enrollment, academic programs, admissions, financial aid, facilities, finance, or human resourcesExperience investigating and resolving data quality issuesKnowledge of higher education policy issues, data reporting systems, or federal and state reporting requirements (North Carolina experience preferred)Knowledge of FERPA and state laws concerning student privacy and data securityClassification : IT Analyst / Programmer IIIAppointment Type : PermanentFull-Time / Part-Time : Full-TimeEmployment Type : EHRAEHRA Category : Exempt Professional StaffLocation : Raleigh, NC USAPosition Number : 20036478Special Instructions to Applicants : The posting remains open until filled, but applications received by January 29, 2026 will receive priority consideration.Equal Employment Opportunity and Other Information
The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
To claim veteran's preference, all eligible persons must indicate their eligibility as requested on the application. A DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, may be required later in the selection process.
The UNC System Office (includes PBS NC, NCSEAA, and NC Arboretum) participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.