Augsburg University has maintained a strong academic reputation defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies since 1869. A welcoming campus in the heart of Minneapolis, Augsburg offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to nearly 3,200 diverse students.

Augsburg’s mission is to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings.

Augsburg invites individuals who share our mission and commitment to intentional diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to join our community.  In particular, Augsburg invites BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, women, veterans and those from underrepresented or marginalized backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

Summary of Position 

The Programmer Analyst supports the Workday ecosystem at Augsburg University and is responsible for the technical health of two critical areas: Workday Platform (HCM, Finance, and Payroll) and Workday Student (Student Records and Lifecycle).

Primary Responsibilities

• Integrated Process Architecture: Design and map organizational workflows across the entire community lifecycle, ensuring accurate data flow across all modules from student registration to employee payroll.
• System Governance & Security: Maintain the platform security framework to protect sensitive FERPA-related student data and Payroll-related employee data.
• Academic & Business Logic Translation: Partner with the Registrar, HR, and Finance departments to translate policies like degree requirements or compensation structures into automated business processes.
• End-User Experience (UX) Optimization: Continuously improve digital experiences, including optimizing self-service portals for student registration and employee benefit management.
• Release & Lifecycle Management: Participate in testing and implementing semi-annual software updates and perform impact analysis for new features.
• Holistic Data Analytics: Build advanced reports and dashboards to provide leadership with a 360-degree view of student success, institutional finance, and workforce health.
• System Integration Support: Build and maintain integrations between Workday and other enterprise and third-party systems.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in IT department and working group meetings to stay informed about current IT systems and policies and provide feedback and guidance for the design and evolution of IT systems and policies.
• Support and participate in projects brought forward by the Enterprise Solution team.
• All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Typical work environment is an office, with visits to faculty and staff offices as needed. Sedentary work for long periods of time. 
• Regular computer keyboard, mouse, and monitor use.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and two (2) years of relevant professional experience in Information Technology OR a combination of education and/or relevant professional experience in Information Technology equal to four (4) years.
• Experience in Excel, SQL, or another data-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience in Information Technology.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Organizational skills and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with a passion for deconstructing complex problems.
• Technical aptitude and strong logical reasoning skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships within all levels of the organization. 
• Ability to teach, mentor, and work collaboratively in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to work successfully in a multicultural environment. 
• Ability to be attentive to details; be accurate and precise.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to reason, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate patience, understanding, and empathy.
• Ability to show initiative, organize workflow, manage projects, and handle frequent interruptions.
• Excellent troubleshooting and documentation skills.

Application Requirements

To be considered for this position please include the following in your application:

• Resume (required)

Compensation & Benefits at Augsburg

• The compensation range is $72,000 - $75,000 annually, DOQ. 

Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards program including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• A generous 403(b) matching program with an employer contributions of up to 8% upon eligibility
• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US
• Generous paid time-off, including 14 paid holidays, 12 sick days, 2 community service days, and vacation of up to 22 days per year immediately upon hire
• Employer-paid STD, LTD and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

Equal Opportunity 

Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.  

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: [email protected].