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San Diego Community College District

Programmer Analyst III

🇺🇸 San Diego, CA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $8,416 - $13,710 per Month

💻 Information Technology

🗓️ January 6th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

San Diego Community College District is hiring a Programmer Analyst III. This role involves developing and supporting programming solutions within the Information Technology Services department, managing complex ERP/SIS projects, and collaborating with technical and non-technical staff to meet business requirements while adapting work hours as needed.

Highlights
  • Develop and implement programming solutions in an ERP/SIS environment.
  • Manage complex ERP/SIS projects including planning, execution, and post-implementation support.
  • Lead technical teams in the design, development, and implementation of new and existing business requirements.
  • Collaborate with both technical and non-technical staff to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
  • Present technical recommendations and solutions to management effectively.
  • Work within Information Technology Services with flexibility in work hours.
  • Required knowledge of ERP/SIS modules, programming languages, tools, and cloud-based platforms.
  • Experience in higher education, preferably within a California Community College District.
  • Salary range: $8,416.46 to $13,709.53 per month, exempt from overtime.
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid leave, and professional development opportunities.

Programmer Analyst III Full Description

Programmer Analyst III
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

  1. Complete the online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section of your Employment History;
  2. Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes;
  3. Resume; AND,
  4. Three (3) professional references listed within the online application.
Posting Details
 Posting Details (Default Section) 
Closing Date:  | 01/21/2026
Open Until Filled  | No
Classification Title  | Programmer Analyst III
Working Title  |
Recruitment Limits  |
Location  | District
Pay Information  | Range 7 ($8,416.46 – $13,709.53) per month based on the 2024 Supervisory & Professional Administrators’ Association.

Initial Salary Placement, Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the Supervisory & Professional Administrators’ Association Handbook. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. A temporary probationary period will be applied to the employee entering this assignment.
The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee Collective Bargaining Agreements and Handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.
Position Equivalent FTE:  | 1.0
No. Months:  | 12
Position Number:  | 00120658
FLSA Status  | Exempt (does not accrue overtime)
Position Type  | Classified
Bargaining Unit  | Supervisory & Professional Administrators Association
Range  | 7
Department  | Information Technology
The Position  | Applications are currently being accepted for Programmer Analyst III in the Information Technology Services, located at Miramar, “W” bldg. Hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department’s needs.

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.
Classification Description  | Click here for description.

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Desired Qualifications  | 1. Experience working in a team programming environment, collaborating with both technical staff and non-technical staff to gather requirements, overcome challenges, and deliver solutions that meet expectations.

2. Experience working within a California Community College District or higher education institution.

3. Experience programming within an ERP/SIS environment or other cloud-based enterprise systems, with proficiency in various programming languages, tools, and integration/automation technologies.

4. Working knowledge of various ERP/SIS modules or functional areas, with specific systems used, years of experience, and related duties.

5. Experience managing complex ERP/SIS projects, including planning, execution, implementation, and demonstrating effective project management to achieve successful outcomes.

6. Experience leading technical teams in the design, development and implementation of new and existing business requirements.

7. Experience presenting and effectively communicating technical recommendations or solutions to management.

8. Experience integrating data across multiple/SIS applications, or cloud-based platforms, including tools and the use of AI-driven automation technologies.

9. Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, specifically adult learners, faculty, and staff.
Foreign Degree:  | Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.
Commitment to Diversity:  | All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

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Special Instructions to Applicants:  | To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.
Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Complete the online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section of your Employment History; Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes; Resume; AND, Three (3) professional references listed within the online application.

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments)  | 1/21/2026 Application closing date 1/26/2026 thru 1/28/2026 Application review 2/9/2026 thru 2/11/2026 1stlevel interviews 2/16/2026 (week of) 2ndlevel interviews

Conditions of Employment:  | SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT: Submit “official” college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position); Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment); Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment); Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND, Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT
If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.

Additional Information:  | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.

* Medical, dental, and vision plans are 100% employer paid for you and all dependents
* $100,000 group term life insurance
* 25 vacation days, 12 sick days, 16 holidays, and winter recess paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Educational incentive program (for salary advancement)
* CalPERS employer contribution rate of 26.81%
Posting Number  | CL01865
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following: 1) All required documents as listed in the special instructions 2) Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses are required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank) 
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * I understand that my responses to the application supplemental questions are heavily weighted during the application screening and evaluation process, and responses such as "N/A", "see resume", or no responses will result in deduction of points to my application. 
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * We believe that the application and interview process should be a reflection of your skills, insights, and experiences, and we are looking to understand your unique qualifications for the role. I understand that responses ENTIRELY generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can result in disqualification from the application process. 
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Please describe your experience working in a team environment while working with both technical and non-technical staff. Including how you were able to work with the various team members and meet expectations. Please include any challenges, lessons learned and successes you can share. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  5. * Describe any experience you have working within a California Community College District or other higher education institution. Include how many years with higher education and any unique challenges you’ve come across in that environment. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  6. * Please describe your experience of programming within an ERP/SIS, including any cloud-based or other enterprise systems. Also include specifics about your proficiency with the various programming languages, development tools, and integration or automation technologies. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  7. * Please describe your experience and proficiency within ERP/SIS modules or functional areas. Please include the systems or areas you have worked with, the number of years of experience in each, and a brief description of your role and responsibilities. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  8. * Have you handled project planning, execution and post-implementation support as a project manager. Please describe your experience with a complex ERP/SIS project? 
    (Open Ended Question)
  9. * Please give an example of a new ERP/SIS feature or functionality that you have implemented? How did you ensure the solution met business requirements? 
    (Open Ended Question)
  10. * Please provide examples of your involvement in technology committees, cross-functional workgroups, or strategic planning workshops in your previous roles? Specifically, could you share a situation where you played a key role in driving collaboration across different teams or departments to achieve a common goal? 
    (Open Ended Question)
  11. * Please provide a specific example from your past experience where you took a leadership role in guiding a technical team through the end-to-end process of designing, developing, and implementing a solution to meet new or existing business requirements? What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them to ensure successful project delivery? 
    (Open Ended Question)
  12. * Please describe past experiences where you had to present technical recommendations or solutions to management. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  13. * Please give examples of a project where you integrated data across multiple ERP/SIS modules, third-party systems, or cloud-based platforms. Include the tools or technologies used as well as any use of AI-driven automation in the integration process. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  14. * The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse student, faculty and classified professional population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups. 
    (Open Ended Question)
Required & Optional Documents
Required Documents
  1. Résumé
Optional Documents
San Diego Community College District – People, Culture, and Technology (HR) Division
3375 Camino del Rio South, Suite, San Diego, CA 92108-3883
(619) 388-6579 | jobs@sdccd.edu