Programmer Analyst

PROGRAMMER ANALYST

DEPARTMENT: SFCN

JOB CLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME

PAY GRADE 12

Working under the supervision of the IT Manager, the Programmer Analyst designs, writes, modifies, tests, and analyzes software programs and applications to support City operations.

This position will be responsible for software development and system support, including:

• Application Development: Design, code, debug, implement, and maintain computer applications with an emphasis on web‑based programming using modern languages and development tools.
• System Analysis & Implementation: Analyze system needs and implement needed hardware and software solutions with limited supervision.
• Project
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Working with others to design and implement various software and technology projects.
• Technical Support: Provide technical support and consultation either in person, over the phone, or virtually. This may require working outside of regular business hours.
• Task Management: Manage numerous tasks and assignments at a time with frequent interruptions.
• Professional Conduct: Must be able to meet attendance and punctuality requirements for this position. Must abide by all city policies and procedures. Must work well with others and be a team player.

Performs related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in related field and four (4) years of experience as a Programmer Analyst or equivalent;
• OR an equivalent combination of job‑related education/experience [substituting each one year of post‑secondary education/training for one year of experience].

• Systems Knowledge:
  Knowledge of the operating characteristics, capabilities and limitations of an electronic data processing system and peripheral equipment.
• Programming Expertise:
  Working knowledge and skill in the use of higher‑level computer languages, system software utilities and system commands.
• Integration Understanding:
  Ability to understand the City’s existing computer programs and systems and how they integrate with each other.
• Web & PC Proficiency:
  Technical knowledge of personal computers, internet and intranet web sites.
• Analysis & Design:
  Ability to analyze manual systems and to design effective and efficient computer programs.
• Consultation
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to consult and negotiate with the departments on the design, development and implementation of new computer systems.

• Experience with PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, MySQL and Linux preferred.

Applicant will be required to submit to a criminal background check and drug test