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Posting Number 20270026NE

Job Title Programmer

Number of Vacancies 1

About Murray State Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.

About Murray State Benefits Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Type of Employment Regular Full-Time

If Part Time, Enter Hours Per Week Work Location Murray, KY

Employment Term 12 Months

Position Type Staff - Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Department Business and Student Info Solutions

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities The Programmer provides application system development, installation and maintenance services in support of multiple ERP application systems.

As directed, provide application system development, installation and maintenance services and coordinate these activities with assigned University offices and within Information Systems.

Assist with business system workflow analysis using proven methodologies.

Ensure proper unit and system testing is successfully completed prior to production turnover.

Resolve production system problems; including providing after hours support as needed.

Maintain appropriate records of time utilization to aid in department project tracking.

Coordinate work with senior programmer analyst and programmer analysts.

Prepare work plans for projects.

Prepare and maintain system and operating documentation.

Keep current with tools and utilities provided by the department to enhance proficiency and productivity.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in computer science/information or related field.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements Proficient with querying language such as

ANSI-SQL, T-SQL, PL/SQL.

Additional college education and related experience may be exchanged year-for-year to meet qualifications.

Proven knowledge of relational database concepts.

Demonstrated knowledge of the complete life cycle process.

Strong analytical, problem solving, and technical skills.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications One or more years of experience supporting administrative offices and application systems throughout the complete life cycle process.

Higher education experience supporting ERP solutions such as Banner.

Experience working with vendors to resolve systems problems.

Experience with Identity Access Management, Single Sign-On (SSO).

Linux operating systems.

Experience with backup systems.

Experience with job schedulers.

Experience with document imaging.

Experience with system security.

Experience with report writing applications.

Posting Date 09/16/2026

Closing Date 09/30/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants Hourly Rate/Annual Salary $21.38 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications)

Staff Grade 110

Work Hours Physical Demands