Job Details

University of Rhode Island
  • Position Number: 6868485
  • Location: Kingston, RI
  • Position Type: Computing - Programming/Analyst
Lead Programmer Analyst

Posting Number: SF02118
Position Type: Professional Staff
Union: PTAA - Professional/Tech/Admin Assoc
Pay Grade Level: Grade Level: 14
Pay Grade Range: Anticipated Salary Hiring Range: $88,000 - $98,000
Department: Info Tech Services
Campus Location:

Job Description Summary:
The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by February 6, 2026. Applications received after February 6, 2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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About URI:

The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.
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THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A FULLY REMOTE WORK SCHEDULE.
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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lead Programmer Analyst will analyze, design, code, install, and maintain major integrated administrative systems at the University of Rhode Island. This role involves coordinating the development and maintenance of systems within an institutional framework and developing specifications for other programmer analysts. The position also entails project management and supervisory responsibilities.


Duties and Responsibilities:
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate with campus stakeholders to analyze and document functional and non-functional requirements for university-wide systems.
Lead the implementation, upgrade, and maintenance of PeopleSoft and other university enterprise applications.
Review and assess new functionalities in enterprise applications to ensure data integrity and compliance with university and Information Technology Services (ITS) standards.
Coordinate with ITS personnel and university stakeholders to develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring timely delivery of system updates and new functionalities.
Conduct analyses and feasibility studies for new and proposed systems.
Define program specifications and system procedures, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.
Evaluate, install, and maintain application packages and other software used to support administrative systems.
Create and maintain comprehensive application design documentation in accordance with departmental standards and industry best practices.
Manage project schedules and resources across all phases, from conception to ongoing maintenance.
Design, implement, and maintain systems for the University, integrating them with existing systems and developing system-wide test plans for pre- and post-implementation.
Identify policy, personnel, and budgetary issues associated with system design.
Review programs and documentation developed by the project team to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
Design forms and source documents and instruct computer and user department staff on new system functionalities.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain proficiency in programming, systems analysis, and project management tools and techniques, staying up to date with industry trends and terminology.
Assist in supervising and evaluating project team members, identifying institutional information needs, and providing training and support.
Participate in system presentations, establish and enforce standards, and assist in staff training and program assignments.
LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:


Proficiency in software and programming tools, computer workstations, Internet development tools, and practices.



Posting Date: 01/21/2026

To apply, visit https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/16122







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