Application Analyst – Virginia Tech

V T CORPORATE RESOURCE CTR; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave and paid time off

Work-life balance culture

Supportive team environment

Employee recognition programs

Continuous learning and professional development opportunities

Job summary

V T CORPORATE RESOURCE CTR is hiring an Application Analyst in Blacksburg, Virginia, to support HR and Payroll technology systems across the university. This position involves analyzing business processes, collaborating with HR teams, and developing technical documentation.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree and has strong analytical and communication skills. Employee benefits include generous leave and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong mix of analytical, technical, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of HR and Payroll processes.
• Understanding of relational databases.

Responsibilities

• Analyze HR and Payroll business processes and system workflows.
• Collaborate with HR and Payroll staff to design and implement solutions.
• Write and maintain technical and functional documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent training

Tools

SQL

Java

Groovy

.NET

PL/SQL

Job description

Virginia Tech is hiring an Application Analyst to support enterprise HR and Payroll technology systems used across the university. This role works closely with Human Resources and Payroll teams to improve processes, integrate systems, and deliver data-driven solutions that support Virginia Tech employees.

If you enjoy problem-solving, systems analysis, and collaboration in a higher-education environment, this position offers strong growth and learning opportunities.

What You’ll Do

As an Application Analyst, you will support the design, development, and maintenance of HR and Payroll applications and integrations.

Key responsibilities include:

Analyze HR and Payroll business processes and system workflows

Collaborate with HR and Payroll staff to design and implement solutions

Support integrations, reporting, and troubleshooting

Write and maintain technical and functional documentation

Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Work independently while collaborating across departments

Why Work at Virginia Tech

Virginia Tech offers a collaborative workplace and strong employee benefits.

Employee benefits include:

Generous leave and paid time off

Work-life balance culture

Supportive team environment

Employee recognition programs

Continuous learning and professional development opportunities

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Required Qualifications

Candidates should have a strong mix of analytical, technical, and communication skills.

Master’s degree or equivalent training and relevant experience

Knowledge of HR and Payroll processes

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Experience working with stakeholders across teams

Ability to write and interpret SQL queries

Understanding of relational databases

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Ability to collaborate and work independently

Preferred Qualifications

The following experience is helpful but not required:

ERP, HRIS, or Payroll system experience

Higher education HR or Payroll systems experience

API integrations or low-code platforms (e.g., Boomi)

Software development lifecycle knowledge

Programming: Java, Groovy, .NET, or PL/SQL

Reporting tools: SAS, SQR, or MicroStrategy

Web frameworks: Angular or React

Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Schedule: 40 hours per week
Overtime Status: Exempt
Appointment Type: Regular
Salary Range: $78,000 – $85,000
Review Date: January 5, 2026

A criminal background check is required for employment.