Software Developer

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 15,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students. Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply. Job/Department Summary: Under general supervision, the Software Developer designs, analyzes, configures, develops, tests, implements, and maintains enterprise software applications and systems that support university advancement, alumni engagement, fundraising, and related administrative operations. The incumbent will work primarily on Chico State's Advancement CRM ecosystem, including Ellucian Banner Advancement and Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT (RENXT), as well as third-party systems and tools that integrate with these platforms for reporting, analytics, automation, and business operations. The role provides both short-term technical leadership during the migration from Banner Advancement to Raiser's Edge NXT and long-term ongoing system development, integration, modernization, and support. The incumbents will:

• Lead technical data migration efforts from Banner Advancement to Raiser's Edge NXT.
• Design, build, test, and maintain integrations between CRM platforms and campus enterprise systems (e.g., ERP/financial systems, student information systems, identity and access management, Salesforce CRM, data warehouse, and reporting platforms).
• Develop reports, dashboards, automation workflows, and data governance processes.
• Ensure system security, regulatory compliance, and alignment with enterprise architecture standards.
• Provide technical consultation and guidance to functional stakeholders and leadership. The Software Developer works independently on most day-to-day assignments and collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and maintainable technology solutions. Required Education and Experience, Under general supervision, the Software Developer designs, develops, tests, implements, and maintains enterprise software applications and systems supporting university advancement, alumni engagement, fundraising, and related administrative operations. The incumbent will primarily support Chico State's Advancement CRM ecosystem, including Ellucian Banner Advancement, Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT (RENXT), and integrated third-party systems used for reporting, analytics, automation, and business operations. The role provides technical leadership during the migration from Banner Advancement to RENXT while supporting long-term system modernization, integration, and ongoing operations. Key responsibilities include: * Leading technical data migration efforts from Banner Advancement to RENXT; * Designing and maintaining integrations between CRM platforms and enterprise systems, including ERP/financial systems, student information systems, identity and access management, Salesforce CRM, data warehouses, and reporting platforms; * Developing reports, dashboards, automation workflows, and data governance processes; * Ensuring system security, regulatory compliance, and alignment with enterprise architecture standards; and * Providing technical consultation and guidance to stakeholders and leadership. The Software Developer works independently on daily assignments and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and maintainable technology solutions. This position offers professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including 15 paid holidays; vacation and sick leave; exceptional health benefits options; CalPERS retirement benefits; and access to the fee waiver education program for eligible employees and dependents. Join a team that values integrity, innovation, and transformation while enjoying the exceptional benefits of working in higher education!, Under general supervision, the Software Developer designs, develops, tests, implements, and maintains enterprise software applications and systems supporting university advancement, alumni engagement, fundraising, and related administrative operations. The incumbent will primarily support Chico State's Advancement CRM ecosystem, including Ellucian Banner Advancement, Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT (RENXT), and integrated third-party systems used for reporting, analytics, automation, and business operations. The role provides technical leadership during the migration from Banner Advancement to RENXT while supporting long-term system modernization, integration, and ongoing operations. Key responsibilities include: * Leading technical data migration efforts from Banner Advancement to RENXT; * Designing and maintaining integrations between CRM platforms and enterprise systems, including ERP/financial systems, student information systems, identity and access management, Salesforce CRM, data warehouses, and reporting platforms; * Developing reports, dashboards, automation workflows, and data governance processes; * Ensuring system security, regulatory compliance, and alignment with enterprise architecture standards; and * Providing technical consultation and guidance to stakeholders and leadership. The Software Developer works independently on daily assignments and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and maintainable technology solutions. This position offers professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including 15 paid holidays; vacation and sick leave; exceptional health benefits options; CalPERS retirement benefits; and access to the fee waiver education program for eligible employees and dependents. Join a team that values integrity, innovation, and transformation while enjoying the exceptional benefits of working in higher education! Powered by PageUp

CSU, Chico's Annual Security Report includes summaries of institutional policy relating to campus safety, drug and alcohol use, sexual assault, hazing, and other matters. The report is published in compliance with the Clery Act and includes three years of certain crime statistics that occurred in Clery Act defined geography. A paper copy of the report may be requested in person at CSU, Chico Police Department or by calling 530-898-5555. It is also available on the web at Annual Security & Fire Safety Report.

CSU, Chico is required by federal law to hire only persons authorized to work in the United States. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must provide proof of identity and authorization to work within three (3) days of starting employment.

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Preferences: Preference may be given to applicants with the following as they may be considered specialized skills:

• Experience with Ellucian Banner Advancement, Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT, or similar CRM platforms
• Experience in higher education or nonprofit advancement environments
• Experience with enterprise data warehouse or business intelligence platforms
• Experience with large-scale system implementations or migrations
• Familiarity with middleware/integration platforms (e.g., Boomi, MuleSoft)

Pay Plan: 12/12 Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm, Summer: Mon-Thurs 7:00am-5:30pm CSU Classification Salary Range: $77,904 (Step 1) - $113,496 (Step 20) per year. Benefits: This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible).

Graduate and undergraduate programs boast high-quality research experiences, exceptional faculty mentoring, and civic and global engagement opportunities. The campus motto, "Today Decides Tomorrow," is brought to life by inclusive pedagogy, experiential learning, and co-curricular programming. The Chico Experience prepares students to be critical thinkers, engaged citizens, and inspired stewards of environmental, social, and economic resources. Together, they will become leaders solving the challenges of the 21st century. The campus is located in Northern California, 90 minutes from the state capital, Sacramento, and a three-hour drive from the San Francisco Bay Area. Chico offers year-round natural beauty, outdoor leisure activities, and a thriving arts, music, and events scene. We acknowledge and are mindful that Chico State stands on lands that were originally occupied by the first people of this area, the Mechoopda, and we recognize their distinctive spiritual relationship with this land, the flora, the fauna, and the waters that run through campus. We are humbled that our campus resides upon sacred lands that since time immemorial have sustained the Mechoopda people and continue to do so today. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Chico State is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas)., We acknowledge and are mindful that Chico State stands on lands that were originally occupied by the first people of this area, Mechoopda, and we recognize their distinctive spiritual relationship with this land, the flora, the fauna, and the waters that run through campus. We are humbled that our campus resides upon sacred lands that since time immemorial have sustained the Mechoopda people and continue to do so today.