Senior Analyst/Project Manager, Student Systems

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off

Job summary

North Carolina State University is seeking a Senior Analyst/Project Manager for its Student Systems. You will lead and maintain the PeopleSoft SIS, guiding enterprise application development across Admissions, Records, Advisement, Financials, and Financial Aid.

You will collaborate with IT leadership and functional offices to translate complex business requirements into scalable solutions, ensuring quality through testing and continuous improvement within a dynamic university setting in Raleigh.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and at least two years’ of relevant experience; or Bachelor’s degree with at least three years’ of relevant experience.
• Experience translating business and technical requirements into practical solutions for student services.
• Strong understanding of PeopleSoft Student Information System and enterprise applications life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance NC State’s PeopleSoft SIS across Admissions, Records, Advisement, Financials and Financial Aid.
• Lead enterprise application development projects with minimal supervision.
• Design specifications and recommend resources/technologies for automated solutions.
• Perform regression, performance and QA testing to ensure reliability and performance.
• Manage SIS module projects as a senior analyst/PM across multiple areas.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder communication

Customer service focus

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

Oracle SQL

Job description

Posting Information

Posting Number: PG194942EP

Internal Recruitment: No

Working Title: Senior Analyst/Project Manager, Student Systems

Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8 AM- 5PM, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed.

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department: Enterprise Application Services

About the Department: Enterprise Application Services (EAS) is in the Office of Information Technology (OIT) division at North Carolina State University. EAS is responsible for the design, implementation, operation, enhancement & maintenance of the University’s enterprise business applications and underlying databases. This includes: development, operation & maintenance of all enterprise administrative systems (Document Management, Enterprise Analytics, Financials, HR, Identity & Access Management, MyPack Portal, Non-Credit Registration, Research Administration, and Student Information Systems, etc.), configuration management, maintenance, enhancements, database administration, and application integration.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Propositionand learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

As a Senior Analyst/Project Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing NC State University’s complex PeopleSoft Student Information System. You will lead and contribute to enterprise application development projects, translating complex business and technical requirements into effective solutions that support critical student services across Admissions, Student Records, Advisement, Student Financials, and Financial Aid.

• Serving as a senior member of a team of analysts and/or programmers to maintain our Student Information System (SIS) within a technically complex environment.
• Working with the IT Director and Managers, Team Members, and Functional Offices in order to design, build, and implement moderate to advanced enterprise application development projects at NC State University with minimal supervision.
• Interpreting highly complex business processes and technological functions to develop specifications and provide input to management and customers on the appropriate resource and technology for automated solutions.
• Designing and executing regression testing, performance testing and quality assurance testing in an accurate and timely manner.
• Serving as a project manager/analyst on the Student Information System Applications Development Team across all modules including Student Admissions, Student Records, Advisement, Student Financials, and Financial Aid.
• Researching and keeping abreast of new technologies to evaluate feasibility for organizational needs.
• Possessing a strong understanding of the PeopleSoft Student Information System.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior member of the Student Information System (SIS) Applications Development Team, maintaining and enhancing enterprise applications within a technically complex environment.
• Collaborate with IT leadership, team members, and functional offices to design, build, and implement moderate to advanced enterprise application development projects with minimal supervision.
• Interpreting highly complex business processes and technological functions to develop specifications and recommend appropriate resources and technologies for automated solutions.
• Serve as a project manager/analyst across SIS modules, including Student Admissions, Student Records, Advisement, Student Financials, and Financial Aid.
• Design and execute regression, performance, and quality assurance testing to ensure application functionality, reliability, and performance.
• Research emerging technologies and evaluate their feasibility and potential application to organizational needs.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to critical enterprise systems that support NC State’s student services and help shape technology solutions across the university. If you are an experienced application development professional with a strong understanding of PeopleSoft Student Information Systems and a passion for solving complex business and technology challenges, we welcome you to apply.

Other Responsibilities

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department’s operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Master’s degree and at least two years’ of relevant experience; or Bachelor’s degree with at least three years’ of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and relevant experience.

Other Required Qualifications

• Ability to independently identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system problems that may affect a large number of customers.
• Ability to translate customer requirements and system knowledge into practical, timely, and effective technology solutions, with a strong customer service focus.
• Thorough understanding of the application development life cycle, including analysis, development, testing, documentation, approval, and post-migration validation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with team members, customers, and management.
• Attention to detail when analyzing system issues, developing solutions, and supporting application implementation and maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in ERP system development or analysis, particularly PeopleSoft.
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft Campus Solutions.
• Proficiency with Oracle SQL.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License required

No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date: 10/07/2026

Anticipated Close Date: 10/21/2026; if posting is still active we are accepting and reviewing applications.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Details

Position Number: 00062160

Position Type: EPS/SAAO

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.0

Appointment: 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Department ID: 515001 - Enterprise Application Services

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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