Software Developer, Advancement Technologies and Systems (Software Developer II)

Job no: 558109
Work type: Staff
Location: Chico
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, Information Systems & Technology

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:

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)

Time Base: Full-time

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).

CSU, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance). For more information please visit https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf

Additional Information:

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, may require that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive.

This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines. Incumbent is responsible for the safety and security of Level 1 data, sometimes also referred to as Level 1 protected data. This is confidential information that is in most cases protected by statutes, regulations, or other legal mandates.

Open Until Filled (Review of Applications will begin 05/29/26. Applications received after that date may be considered.)

Advertised: May 15 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

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