Application Programmer Specialist

Posting Number : S14236P

Working Title :

Application Programmer Specialist

Department :

Housing-Admin Srvcs & Communic

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 :

Part of the Division of Student Affairs, University Housing consists of nearly 2.8 million square feet of facilities and is home to more than 9,000 students. The department employs 220 full-time staff members, 21 graduate assistants and 565 undergraduate student workers. As a self-supporting auxiliary, University Housing operates a $59 million budget derived only from student housing fees and other non-state sources. In support of its mission to provide comfortable, affordable and secure housing options where the academic success and personal growth of residents are encouraged and supported, University Housing engages staff members in competency-based training and students in curriculum-based engagement focused on community building, interpersonal skills, social awareness and responsibility, and well-being.

College / Unit / Department website :

housing.uga.edu

Posting Type : External

Retirement Plan : TRS or ORP

Employment Type : Employee

Benefits Eligibility :

Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time : Full Time

Additional Schedule Information :

M-F, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Occasional evening and weekend work

Advertised Salary :

$60,000-$65,000 Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date : 10 / 08 / 2025

Open until filled : Yes

Proposed Starting Date :

11 / 17 / 2025

Special Instructions to Applicants :

We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.

Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application process by Oct. 22, 2025; however, screening will continue until the position is filled.

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 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Classification Title :

Application Analyst I

FLSA : Exempt

FTE : 1.00

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience with UGA business practices or other college or university business practices.
• Previous use of StarRez software.
• Experience in XML and JSON web services, utilizing REST APIs
• Basic understanding of C# programming language

Position Summary :

This position works closely with the application programmer principal providing application development and support for the housing information management system. This position plays a crucial role in supporting processes within University Housing, including but not limited to assignments processes for more than 9,000 students, portal configuration and maintenance, residential programs support and integrations with university systems. This position will document workflows and business processes by creating process maps, capturing desired states while identifying gaps in process, operations, and technology. The application programmer specialist will work independently on day-to-day tasks and will coordinate with the application programmer principal on final decisions on task changes or when new implementations are needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

Physical Demands :

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? :

Yes

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 :

Portal maintenance and support

Percentage of time : 60

Duties / Responsibilities :

Application liaison

Percentage of time : 60

Duties / Responsibilities :

Documentation and training

Percentage of time : 60

Duties / Responsibilities :

Exports and imports

Percentage of time : 60

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

Recruitment Contact Name :

Carrie Chitwood

Recruitment Contact Email :

cachitwo@uga.edu