Job Description

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it's a university powered by the people who live and work here--students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC's Top Employers, we strive to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU's people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning. Join us today and transform your future!

Competition ID:

4407

Internal Closing Date:

December 26, 2025

External Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

# of Openings:

1


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Salary Information:

14-10 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $40.27 to $44.36 per hour

Employment Type:

Permanent Full Time

Workplace Type:

Hybrid

Travel Frequency:

Occasional travel between campuses is required.

Employee Group:

Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)

Days of Work (BCGEU):

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

8:30am-4:30pm

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

35







We are currently seeking a

Programmer Analyst

to join our

IT

team.

Job Overview

To provide programming and technical support to develop, maintain, administer and enhance Kwantlen Polytechnic University's information and education systems.

Education and Experience

Completion of a college diploma or university degree in computing studies or a related field. At least 4 years of programming experience (preferably in a post-secondary environment), including an understanding of data structures, data modelling, operating systems, and synchronization techniques required.
This includes:

a) Web languages: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Node.js, React and other web programming languages

b) Programming languages: SQL, PL/SQL, Pro*C/C, Java, Shell scripting, Power Shell, .NET

c) Databases include: Oracle, MS SQL, MySQL
At least 2 years recent experience in developing and supporting Ellucian Post-Secondary Enterprise software (Banner). An equivalent combination of education, training and experience is acceptable. At least 1 year of working experience in BANNER extensibility tools such as Eclipse, Ellucian Page Builder and Theme Editor, along with detailed knowledge to the BANNER database metadata and data structures is essential. At least 1 year of work experience preferred in supporting Microsoft SharePoint Online 2019. At least 1 year of work experience preferred in business intelligence, business analytics and report development tools such as Microsoft Power BI, SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) and Millennium FAST products. Experience with supporting CRM, specifically GreyMatter and Microsoft Dynamics would be an asset. Able to demonstrate progressive technical knowledge and knowledge of best practices in information technology service delivery such as SDLC and ITIL and service management applications. Experience in TeamDynamix would be an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

A high-level understanding of business processes and procedures relating to a post-secondary environment and their inter-relationships as well as an overall knowledge of technical disciplines. Strong design, analysis and programming skills are required. Demonstrated working expertise in designing and integrating on premise systems with shared services with cloud technologies. Advanced practical knowledge of security requirements, web services, service-oriented architecture, design patterns, multi-threaded systems, and automated unit testing.
Knowledge of modern infrastructures such as storage area networks, virtualization, high availability design, operating systems, network architecture, enterprise network management systems.
Fully understand and have worked with sign-on methodologies (such as Ethos, CAS, ADFS and Shibboleth) in designing and supporting applications. Require in-depth understanding of the purpose and operations outside own area. Understand internal/external clients; require awareness of external trends, current and emerging technologies and best practices. Ability to demonstrate their ability to recognize problems or situations that are new or without clear precedent and to find corresponding solutions. Ability to find solutions using a systematic, multi-step approach for developing improvements and innovations to enhance performance. Ability to work proactively with minimal supervision, under own initiative. As this position interacts with many of the University Students and Staff, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and well-developed leadership skills are essential for this position.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including occasional evenings and weekends.

As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.

Salary Information

Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.


Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU's workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.


If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.


Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.


We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.