CSU Fort Collins Remote Application Programmer Analyst/Developer I CSU Fort Collins Remote Application Programmer Analyst/Developer I

Department Information

The CSU Fort Collins Division of Information Technology, the central IT organization for the Colorado State University System, supports the land-grant heritage of the institution as well as the university’s missions of teaching and learning, research, and service. The Division of IT is responsible for delivering enterprise and campus focused IT services for the Fort Collins, Pueblo and Spur campuses as well as throughout the CSU-System.

Areas of responsibility include Application Development and User Support Services, Academic Technology, Cybersecurity & Privacy, Networking and Telecommunications, Infrastructure and Databases, Business Intelligence and Data Integrations, Administrative Applications, and Student Applications.

The Enterprise Applications and Infrastructure department, within the Division of IT, provides services organized around Enterprise Applications, Business Intelligence and Data Integrations, Network & Telecommunications, and Infrastructure & Databases.

Driven by its purpose statement: Innovating IT, Empowering CSU and its values of Community, Collegiality, Reliability, Service and Simplicity, its team members work across the CSU System and in collaboration with stakeholders on the various CSU campuses. Reporting to the Vice President of Information Technology/CIO, our dedicated team delivers dynamic and innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of our students, faculty, and staff. Our work supports CSU’s Principles of Community, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we help others discover and meet their potential while aiming to set the standard for IT throughout higher education.

At CSU’s Division of IT, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual’s unique background and perspective are valued and respected. However, we currently do not provide sponsorship for permanent resident cards. 

Description of Job

The entry-level developer role(s) focus on enhancing and supporting the core digital infrastructure and services vital to CSU and student’s success. The role will involve developing, testing, and maintaining software applications and systems that support academic and administrative functions. Collaboration with senior developers, analysts, and other stakeholders will be necessary to understand requirements, design solutions, and implement features that improve student experiences and operational efficiency. This position offers a chance to work with diverse technologies and gain exposure to different aspects of IT, making it an ideal starting point for someone starting their career. A passion for coding, problem-solving skills, and eagerness to learn will be key to success in this dynamic and supportive environment.

Diversity statement:

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. 

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

The successful candidate must be a team player, an analytical thinker, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Must have ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, mentor when appropriate, and independently carry out assignments. Must have ability to perform analysis, problem identification, and provide solutions under limited supervision and direction. Must be willing to undertake occasional travel and participate in professional and technical development. This position may be eligible for fully remote work within the United States, pending approval for Telework Agreement. Work outside normal business hours (8am – 5pm MT) may be required on occasion.

We are seeking to fill multiple opportunities within the Division of Information Technology, examples may include the following teams:

• Enterprise Integration Services
• Student Information Systems
• Data Warehouse
• Identity and Access Management

Skills in these areas are beneficial to key job functions within certain teams:

• Web services / API development
• Web app development / Full-stack development
• Integration platforms / low-code development (Boomi, MuleSoft, etc.)
• DevOps methodologies
• Cloud technologies
• Data pipelines, integrations, and ETL
• Event streaming technologies (RabbitMQ, Kafka, Boomi Event Streams, etc.)
• Experience with AI or machine learning
• Various reporting tools

Required job qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or similar degree OR any bachelor’s degree plus one or more years of professional experience. Candidates with a High School Diploma (or GED) and 5 or more years of related professional experience will be considered for employment (without the required bachelors or other post-secondary education).
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date. The department will not sponsor a visa for this position.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred job qualifications:

• Ability to communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience
• Knowledge of the SDLC
• Software development experience on Windows or Linux
• Experience with revision control/source code management tools such as git, RCS, etc.
• Experience with database development
• Previous application development experience in higher education.

If you don’t have these preferred qualifications, don’t worry! CSU encourages you to apply if you meet the required qualifications. CSU values a diverse range of skills and experiences and are excited to see how you can contribute to our team(s).

Supplemental Information

All interested candidates can view the full job announcement, including job duties, and apply at https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/148517. This announcement will be utilized to fill four (4) full-time vacancies.

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

• Review CSU’s detailed benefits information here. (Download PDF reader)
• Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.
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Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education. 

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. 

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