Systems Analyst

Overview

Agency Community College System Division Technology Solutions, Distance Learning. Position:
Applications Systems Analyst I (NS). Job Classification

Title:

Applications Systems Analyst I (NS). Position Number . Grade DT07.

About Us:

The North Carolina Community College System (System Office) is a statewide network of 58 public community colleges. The system enrolls over 500,000 students annually. It provides data to the North Carolina Learning Object Repository by collecting, contributing, and sharing digital learning resources for use in traditional or distance learning environments. Our mission is to open the door to high-quality, accessible educational opportunities that minimize barriers to post-secondary education, maximize student success, develop a global, multicultural, and competent workforce, and improve the lives and wellbeing of N.C. citizens.

Seeking a skilled Application Systems Analyst I (application programmer) to join our ERP Operations team. This role supports system-wide initiatives by delivering technical solutions across key ERP modules—Finance, HR & Payroll, Student, and Financial Aid. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to analyze business needs, design and develop applications, and ensure smooth deployment and support. You’ll work independently and as a mentor, contributing to cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement of our systems and processes.

• Proficiency in Object-Oriented Programming and Web Technologies with experience (4 years) in languages and tools such as Python, C#, ASP.NET MVC, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and RESTful APIs.
• Database and Data Management Expertise with strong knowledge of relational and non-relational databases (SQL, MySQL, Uni Data, Oracle, JSON); ability to design, query, and optimize data structures.
• Experience in Systems Development and Deployment in Agile/Dev Ops environments; hands-on experience with software design, development, deployment, and CI/CD pipelines using tools like Visual Studio and Git, within Agile or Dev Ops workflows.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving to interpret business requirements, troubleshoot system issues, and produce functional solutions with clear technical documentation; understanding of system architecture and enterprise security protocols.
• Effective communication and collaboration; ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences—end users, stakeholders, and executive leadership—through written and verbal communication and by providing technical support and documentation.

Our office is in downtown Raleigh, NC. Travel is typically limited to periodic professional knowledge/skill development and conference attendance.

Some state job postings allow qualification by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

MINIMUM

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or an IT-related field from an accredited institution, or an Associate degree in computer science or an IT-related field or related technical degree from an accredited institution with one year of experience in business application consulting or development, or a High School diploma or GED with four years of experience in business application consulting or development;

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. The state of North Carolina offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance options, retirement plans, and the NCFlex program. Paid vacation, sick leave, and community service leave are available, along with paid parental leave and personal observance for eligible employees.

Highlights include: a well-funded pension plan, twelve (12) holidays per year, fourteen (14) vacation days per year (increasing with service), twelve (12) sick days per year (cumulative…