What are the responsibilities and job description for the Application Analyst position at Virginia Tech?
Job Description
The Human Resources Applications organization supports, develops, and integrates application software systems and enterprise data used by the Payroll Office and Division of Human Resources (HR) at Virginia Tech. With a strong focus on technology, efficiency, collaboration, and integration, the Human Resources Applications team provides administrative solutions for Virginia Tech employees.
As An Application Analyst, You Will
Required Qualifications
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
78,000 - 85,000
Hours per week
40
Review Date
1/5/2026
Additional Information
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance . These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact IT Human Resources at ithr@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
The Human Resources Applications organization supports, develops, and integrates application software systems and enterprise data used by the Payroll Office and Division of Human Resources (HR) at Virginia Tech. With a strong focus on technology, efficiency, collaboration, and integration, the Human Resources Applications team provides administrative solutions for Virginia Tech employees.
As An Application Analyst, You Will
- Analyze HR and Payroll business processes and systems
- Partner with HR and Payroll staff to support the design, testing, and implementation of solutions that solve business challenges
- Apply technical skills to support systems, integrations, reporting, and troubleshooting
- Document procedures and ensure clear communication across stakeholders
- Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues
- Work independently with minimal supervision
- Flexible, hybrid work arrangement
- Generous leave benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable health benefits
- Work-life balance
- Supportive and friendly team in a professional work environment
- Formal employee award and recognition program
- Exponential learning opportunities
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree or equivalent training and related work experience
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze business processes
- Strong understanding of HR and Payroll processes
- Familiarity with relational databases with the ability to write and interpret SQL queries
- Experience in creating and maintaining relationships with a variety of stakeholders
- Effective teamwork and collaboration skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences
- Working experience with ERP, HRIS or Payroll systems.
- Working experience with higher education HR and Payroll practices, applications, and integrations
- Working experience with APIs, integrations, or low-code/no-code platforms such as Boomi
- Working experience with the software development lifecycle and integration development
- Working experience with programming languages such as Java, Groovy, .NET, or PL/SQL and/or reporting tools such as SAS, SQR, or MicroStrategy
- Working experience using web application frameworks such as Angular or React
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
78,000 - 85,000
Hours per week
40
Review Date
1/5/2026
Additional Information
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance . These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact IT Human Resources at ithr@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Salary : $78,000 - $85,000