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Get Access To All JobsTitle: IT Programmer Analyst
Employee Classification: IT Programmer Analyst
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Enrolment Management
SubDivision-Department: UNT-Enrolment Systems
Department: UNT-Enrolment Systems-165100
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Commensurate with experience
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview:
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
Enrollment Systems supports key areas in the Division of Enrollment by developing and managing CRM solutions, improving digital platforms, employing data analytics to guide decisions throughout the student lifecycle, and maintaining technologies that strengthen service delivery.
Position Overview
The IT Programmer Analyst performs analysis of data and business processes that support CRM/Salesforce operations and directives for the Division of Enrollment. Designs and develops system procedures for existing and proposed technology solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree with coursework in computing or information systems and three years' of progressively responsible computer programming and analysis experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Intermediate knowledge of the methods and equipment used in electronic data processing, including system analysis and design, and computer programming techniques.
- Strong skill in writing programs for computer applications.
- Strong skill in analyzing and solving complex data processing and computing problems.
- Ability to coordinate a work team and train lower-level programmers and analysts for specific tasks or assignments.
- Ability to communicate technical and other information to a variety of stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Peoplesoft Campus Solutions and Salesforce preferred.
Job Duties:
- Develop and direct application system testing and validation procedures, programming, and documentation.
- Performs analysis of data and business processes that support CRM/Salesforce operations and directives for the Division of Enrollment. Designs and develops system procedures for existing and proposed technology solutions.
- Designs and develops system procedures for existing and proposed technology solutions. Analyzes production problems for a variety of complex situations and proposes solutions including detailed plans, diagrams, coding and testing of the solutions.
- Serves as a resource for resolving complex problems and issues involving student administration operations and data both internal and external to Enrollment Systems.
- Confer with technical teams to design and obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.
Physical Requirements:
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Environmental Hazards:
- No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule:
8:00am - 5:00pm
Driving University Vehicle:
No
Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions:
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits:
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit - and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
Title: IT Programmer Analyst
Employee Classification: IT Programmer Analyst
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Enrolment Management
SubDivision-Department: UNT-Enrolment Systems
Department: UNT-Enrolment Systems-165100
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Commensurate with experience
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview:
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
Enrollment Systems supports key areas in the Division of Enrollment by developing and managing CRM solutions, improving digital platforms, employing data analytics to guide decisions throughout the student lifecycle, and maintaining technologies that strengthen service delivery.
Position Overview
The IT Programmer Analyst performs analysis of data and business processes that support CRM/Salesforce operations and directives for the Division of Enrollment. Designs and develops system procedures for existing and proposed technology solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree with coursework in computing or information systems and three years' of progressively responsible computer programming and analysis experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Intermediate knowledge of the methods and equipment used in electronic data processing, including system analysis and design, and computer programming techniques.
- Strong skill in writing programs for computer applications.
- Strong skill in analyzing and solving complex data processing and computing problems.
- Ability to coordinate a work team and train lower-level programmers and analysts for specific tasks or assignments.
- Ability to communicate technical and other information to a variety of stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Peoplesoft Campus Solutions and Salesforce preferred.
Job Duties:
- Develop and direct application system testing and validation procedures, programming, and documentation.
- Performs analysis of data and business processes that support CRM/Salesforce operations and directives for the Division of Enrollment. Designs and develops system procedures for existing and proposed technology solutions.
- Designs and develops system procedures for existing and proposed technology solutions. Analyzes production problems for a variety of complex situations and proposes solutions including detailed plans, diagrams, coding and testing of the solutions.
- Serves as a resource for resolving complex problems and issues involving student administration operations and data both internal and external to Enrollment Systems.
- Confer with technical teams to design and obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.
Physical Requirements:
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Environmental Hazards:
- No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule:
8:00am - 5:00pm
Driving University Vehicle:
No
Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions:
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits:
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit - and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in IT Programmer
Verify your degree maps to the role
USCIS scrutinizes IT Programmer petitions when the applicant's degree is in a loosely related field like business or general IT. Pull your O*NET profile for SOC 15-1251 or 15-1252 to confirm the accepted degree fields before you apply anywhere.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning their H-1B filings aren't subject to the lottery. Search Migrate Mate to filter IT Programmer roles by employers who have filed LCAs under cap-exempt categories.
Check LCA wage levels before accepting an offer
Your employer must certify a prevailing wage at Level I through IV on the LCA. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your specific programming role and metro area so you're not negotiating blind when the offer comes.
Ask about premium processing before your OPT expires
If you're transitioning from OPT, your cap-gap protection only extends status through September 30. Confirm whether the employer will file premium processing so USCIS adjudicates your I-129 before your OPT end date rather than during the cap-gap window.
Confirm the employer is E-Verify enrolled
IT Programmer roles at STEM-designated employers often lead to STEM OPT extensions, but that employer must be E-Verify enrolled. Verify enrollment before accepting an offer, since switching employers later restarts the extension clock and requires a new I-983 training plan.
Document project-based work carefully for specialty occupation RFEs
USCIS frequently issues Requests for Evidence on IT Programmer petitions when duties look generalized. Keep a record of specific languages, frameworks, and system architectures you've worked on so your employer's support letter cites concrete technical requirements tied to your degree field.
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Find IT Programmer JobsIT Programmer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Programmer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, software engineering, or information systems. Roles where any degree is accepted regardless of field, or where a degree isn't genuinely required to perform the work, are the ones USCIS challenges. The O*NET profile for the relevant SOC code is the starting point for building that degree-to-job connection.
How do I find IT Programmer employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified LCA filing history, so you can see which companies have filed for IT Programmer roles by occupation code rather than relying on job postings that may or may not lead to sponsorship. Filtering by LCA data is the fastest way to build a target list of employers who've already demonstrated willingness to sponsor.
What happens to my H-1B status if my IT Programmer role changes significantly after approval?
A material change in job duties, location, or wage level requires the employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. Moving to a different worksite in a new metropolitan statistical area, for example, triggers both a new LCA and an amended I-129. Working under materially different conditions before USCIS approves the amendment puts your status at risk.
Can an IT Programmer work remotely for an H-1B employer from a different state?
Yes, but the employer must file a new LCA covering each worksite location where you work for more than 40 workdays in a calendar year. The LCA must reflect the prevailing wage for the actual work location, not the employer's headquarters. Short-term assignments under 40 workdays may fall under the short-term placement rule, but the employer should confirm this with USCIS guidance before proceeding.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for an IT Programmer role?
The employer's support letter should describe specific programming languages, frameworks, and system architectures the role requires and explain why those duties demand a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. You should provide transcripts that show coursework directly applicable to the role. If your degree title doesn't match the job exactly, a credential evaluation from a NACES-member agency can help establish equivalency for USCIS adjudicators reviewing the petition.
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