Computer Technology Business Applications Analyst

Under general supervision, convert & enhance existing small to medium sized information technology applications and systems within the agency to use newer technologies. Use Visual Basic and .NET technologies, as well as a variety of other tools to code, debug & place into production new computer applications to support various functions within the agency. Test and analyze the results of new and existing programs and make changes as necessary. Identify and develop technical options for resolving application or system problems. Research new technology and make recommendations on the adoption of new methods or the acquisition of new technical hardware and software tools to improve agency operations. Provide support, training and recommendations to users and developers of databases relating to Web hosting and development products. Integrate Department databases into Web technologies. Complete work on the design, maintenance and documentation of agency Internet/Intranet technologies and agency Web presence. Act as project leader on agency information technology projects. Analyze logs and reports for adverse trends on Web and database servers. Provide backup to other IT positions and technical support for agency personnel as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Programming skill sets using the following but not limited to Visual Studio (multiple versions) utilizing primarily VB, .NET architecture, Javascript, HTML, T-SQL; with some Java, C# and C++., as well as a variety of other tools to code, debug & place into production new computer applications to support various functions within the agency.
• Writing and updating in-house built e-commerce systems that adhere to PCI-DSS for all internal built systems (IPOS) and data recovery and start up as necessary.
• Convert and enhance existing medium to large sized information technology programs and systems within the agency (to include testing and analyzing the results of new and existing programs and making changes as necessary).
• Identifying and developing technical options for resolving application or system problems, as well as integrating agency databases into Web and Windows technologies.
• Analyze functional and business data requirements to coordinate agency-wide data storage, management and retrieval.
• Meet with system users and technical staff to coordinate the evolution of these data systems.
• Communicate with users and technical staff to evaluate Information Technology needs, participate in needs assessment, project scoping and implementation plan development.
• Analyze applications and implement improvements to optimize performance.
• Use appropriate tools for database analysis and design and understand relational database structures.
• Coordinate and integrate database development efforts.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to those with a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS, Business or related field (or equivalent experience) plus 2-4 years of progressive work experience. Preference may be given to those with MCSE or MCSD certifications and project management familiarization.

**Must have a valid driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of information technology security and how it applies to application and systems development.
• Experience with Programming Languages using Visual Studio (multiple versions) utilizing primarily VB, .NET architecture, Javascript, HTML, T-SQL; with some Java, C# and C++. and other related technologies to write code, debug & place into production new computer applications and research new technologies and make recommendations on the adoption of new methods or the acquisition of new technical hardware and software tools to improve agency operations.
• Knowledge of proper database application, design & development and ability to integrate agency databases into Web technologies
• Ability to identify & develop technical options for resolving database, application or system problems and to research new technology & make recommendations to improve agency operations.
• Ability to analyze, designs, prototype, code, implement, and maintain complex “client/server” computer applications. Skilled in inductive and deductive reasoning.
• Knowledge of information technology security and how it applies to application and systems development.
• Looking for strong security skills.
• Skill in making independent decisions; skill in assuming responsibility, taking initiative and working with minimum supervision; skill in work prioritization; ability to handle stress
• Skill in interpersonal relations, oral and written communications; ability to communicate clearly and effectively with people both within and outside of the agency

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree (typically in Computer Technology)

PLUS

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Computer Technology) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Computer Technology Business Applications Specialist II

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Computer Technology) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Computer Technology Business Applications Specialist II

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Travel may be required

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt

Supplemental Information

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